Clear cooperation showdown: Dwiggins vs. Umansky in The Great Debate

Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering new technologies or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market push, Inman Connect New York prepares you to take bold steps forward. The next chapter is about to begin. Be there. Join us and thousands of real estate leaders January 22-24, 2025.

Clear collaboration is at the heart of one of the most pressing debates in real estate today. Should it evolve or be abolished entirely? At Inman Connect New York, industry leaders James Dwiggins, CEO of NextHome, and Mauricio Umansky, CEO of The Agency, will take the stage and compete to address this critical issue.

Dwiggins, a strong supporter of Clear Cooperation, argues that it ensures fairness and transparency, especially for smaller brokerage firms. He warns that without them, larger firms would hoard listings, making it harder for smaller companies to compete and ultimately limiting buyers’ access to the overall market.

On the other hand, Umansky believes that Clear Cooperation is outdated and limits competition. He advocates giving sellers more control over how their homes are marketed, arguing that the policy stifles innovation and limits agents’ ability to fully serve their clients.

This isn’t just another debate – it’s a pivotal moment for the future of real estate. The stakes are high, and the outcome could change the way listings are shared, how brokers compete and how consumers access the market.

Don’t miss your chance to attend this groundbreaking debate January 22-24, 2025 at the Hilton New York Midtown.

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