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Embattled sale-leaseback platform EasyKnock closes its doors

Dec 6, 2024

Facing lawsuits and enforcement actions by attorneys general in several states, the company said Thursday it would shut down about two weeks after being sued by Connecticut's Attorney General.

Hiring slows and unemployment rises, boosting odds of Fed rate cut

Dec 6, 2024

Employers added 227,000 workers to their payrolls in November, but with 7.1 million Americans out of work the unemployment rate is back up to 4.2 percent.

Get ready for ‘the Costco door,’ a Mormon trend set to sweep the US

Dec 6, 2024

We already have Mormon moms to thank for the resurgence of Stanley cups, and now they're putting another trend on the map — the Costco door. The Costco door is a 3-by-3-foot ground-level door that connects the garage and pantry.

1st-time attendee? What to expect from Inman Connect New York

Dec 6, 2024

Inman Connect New York is renowned for gathering the brightest minds in real estate, offering unparalleled access to expert insights and networking opportunities. This January, join industry leaders at the Hilton Midtown for transformative discussions on technology, branding, and market strategies to propel your business into 2025. Discover how to leverage this premier event to enhance your professional growth and adapt to the ever-changing real estate landscape.

Suiting up for growth at Inman Connect New York 

Dec 6, 2024

Inman Connect New York is renowned for gathering the brightest minds in real estate, offering unparalleled access to expert insights and networking opportunities. This January, join industry leaders at the Hilton Midtown for transformative discussions on technology, branding, and market strategies to propel your business into 2025. Discover how to leverage this premier event to enhance your professional growth and adapt to the ever-changing real estate landscape.

Nailed it! 7 pricing strategies to help you avoid costly listing pitfalls

Dec 6, 2024

Focusing on absorption rates, tier pricing and specific neighborhood trends allows you to price your listings more accurately, trainer Bernice Ross writes.

Aquisitions, appeals, approvals: Inman’s Top 5 stories of the week

Dec 6, 2024

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers.

Tap into the power of social media for authentic connections

Dec 6, 2024

Rick Guerrero interviews mortgage pro and social media expert Kayla Kallender about the impact social media marketing can have in growing a business.

Jason Oppenheim identified as mystery broker in kickback plot

Dec 6, 2024

In lawsuits filed this fall, Douglas Elliman accused escrow employees of concocting a commission-sharing scheme with the "star of a reality television show" but stopped short of naming Oppenheim.

Kevin Sears: Settlement averted bankruptcy, DOJ ‘disrespectful’

Dec 6, 2024

NAR's president also said in a new podcast interview that homeseller-plaintiffs insisted during negotiations that the largest brokerages be left out of NAR's landmark settlement.

Become a ‘knowledge broker’ as real estate turns the page

Dec 5, 2024

In the wake of NAR’s settlement and rule changes, now is the time to communicate confidently, get creative and position yourself as a knowledge broker, Buying Beverly Hills’ Jon Grauman writes.

Patrick Dovigi sells Aspen mansion for $55M, turns a $6.25M profit

Dec 5, 2024

In the spring, he sold another Aspen mansion for $110 million, making a substantial profit after purchasing the property for $72.5 million in 2021. In September, he acquired Jack Nicholson's former estate for $59.75 million in an off-market deal.