Embattled sale-leaseback platform EasyKnock closes its doors Fri, 06 Dec 2024 21:37:20 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. read more»
Suiting up for growth at Inman Connect New York Fri, 06 Dec 2024 18:38:47 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. read more»
1st-time attendee? What to expect from Inman Connect New York Fri, 06 Dec 2024 18:38:38 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. read more»
Get ready for ‘the Costco door,’ a Mormon trend set to sweep the US Fri, 06 Dec 2024 18:35:53 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. read more»
Jason Oppenheim identified as mystery broker in kickback plot Fri, 06 Dec 2024 10:00:10 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. read more»
Rocket Mortgage sues HUD over alleged appraisal bias ‘tightrope’ Thu, 05 Dec 2024 23:24:02 As part of its defense in an appraisal bias lawsuit, Rocket claims the government is requiring lenders to grant appraisers independence, and then holding them liable if those appraisers engage in discrimination. read more»
Weichert, following eXp again, suffers settlement setback Thu, 05 Dec 2024 18:05:00 The company's request to pause one case while cutting a deal in another was just denied. The denial highlights a controversy over a settlement method known as a "reverse auction." read more»
Aaron Kirman: ‘It’s business as usual’ after Compass acquisition Thu, 05 Dec 2024 17:34:30 The day after Compass announced its acquisition of Christie's International Real Estate and @properties, Christie’s International Real Estate Southern California owner Aaron Kirman said his brand will be unchanged. read more»