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Ryan Serhant predicts ‘screenless’ future for savvy real estate agents

Jan 23, 2025

Thursday at Inman Connect, Serhant spread a message of love to the agent community while also sharing his thoughts on Clear Cooperation and which brokerage models will thrive in 2025.

Umansky, Dwiggins clash in heated debate over Clear Cooperation

Jan 23, 2025

While onstage at Inman Connect New York, Mauricio Umansky argued that Clear Cooperation stifles competition. Meanwhile, James Dwiggins said the rule puts the customer first.

Zillow, not CoStar, is Realtor.com’s biggest competitor, Eales insists

Jan 23, 2025

As the rivalry with CoStar Group simmers, Realtor.com CEO Damian Eales is focused on housing policy and bridging gaps between the industry and consumers, he told a crowd Thursday at ICNY.

AI home transaction platform Indigo secures $8M seed round

Jan 23, 2025

Six months after launch, Indigo has secured its first funding round backed by NFX, Era Ventures and GTM Fund. The company will use the funds to expand its reach throughout the Southeast.

DelPrete: Guard yourself against ‘propaganda’ in real estate data

Jan 23, 2025

The real estate tech strategist laid out how companies often use accurate data to present skewed conclusions — and what real estate professionals can do to spot it.

Broker Spotlight: Michele Early, Compass Charlotte

Jan 23, 2025

Find out how this sales manager has built game-changing systems and relationships across three decades in real estate.

‘Decide what is authentic,’ then build a brand, experts say

Jan 23, 2025

While some stumble into their brand organically, panelists at Inman Connect New York Wednesday emphasized that successful branding is a strategic process that requires authenticity and consistency.

Put people first: How to connect with consumers deeper, faster

Jan 23, 2025

Understanding the psychology of consumers can help you create better relationships quicker, founder of The Talent Brokerage, Giselle Ugarte, said at Inman Connect New York.

Brad Inman proclaims real estate agents ‘champions of the world’

Jan 23, 2025

Following a tough year of commission lawsuits and a challenging housing market, the Inman founder reminded real estate professionals on Thursday that they are survivors poised for a rebirth.

Filters and links ‘are dead’ in Andy Florance’s portal dream

Jan 23, 2025

In his latest Inman Interview, CoStar Group CEO Andy Florance talked about AI transforming residential portals from digital classifieds to immersive, highly-personalized home shopping platforms.

Feeling stuck? Here’s how to build true momentum in 2025

Jan 23, 2025

Need a little wind in your sails? Real’s Jimmy Burgess shares momentum-building strategies to help real estate agents move forward onstage at Inman Connect New York 2025.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac prep for privatization in Trump 2nd term

Jan 23, 2025

President Trump has promised to release Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from its 16-year conservatorship. However, the road to privatization may be more perilous than expected.