Ryan Serhant: Real estate's future is SERHANT. vs. Compass — and I'm ready to win
During his latest Inman Connect New York appearance, SERHANT. founder and CEO Ryan Serhant discussed AI, generational real estate trends and why his brokerage is Compass's biggest threat
by Marian McPherson Feb 5
Nykia Wright says NAR is a 'base camp' for real estate
During an appearance at Inman Connect New York, NAR CEO called for keeping the organization at the center of the industry while not competing with brokerages and members
by Taylor Anderson Feb 5
Four pairs of hands, each providing a piece of a puzzle to reflect how real estate teams work.
A strong team doesn’t just help new agents close deals, coach Verl Workman writes. It teaches them how to build a real business with real structure behind it
by Verl Workman Feb 5
commitment as competitive advantage
Are you building a business or simply participating in one? Lori Muller shares why going all-in on your real estate business changes everything
by Lori Muller Feb 4
Bess Freedman at Inman Connect New York in 2026
Bess Freedman said Wednesday at Inman Connect New York that 'we want to continue to do things the right way, even if you're not making as much money'
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 4
The affordable housing crisis isn't just financial. It's political
Opinion
American attitudes around home affordability will determine whether Congress treats housing as a priority or as another talking point to be dropped between election cycles
by America Foy Feb 4
Grit, not glamour: Lessons from 27 years in real estate
Longevity isn’t accidental, Jen Cameron writes. It’s built through steady leadership, practiced values and a commitment to people over optics
by Jen Cameron Feb 4
Anywhere CEO Ryan Schneider leaves after Compass acquisition
The former CEO quietly left the company as of the close of its merger with Compass, a rep confirmed to Inman. Former Anywhere CTO Rudy Wolfs also left in the wake of the transaction
Mauricio Umansky
The Agency CEO shares his advice for building a lasting career in a tough industry
by Nick Pipitone Feb 4
AI, robots, real estate: A futurist’s take on what’s coming next
Is AI coming for your job? On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, AI futurist Steve Brown explains the 4 waves of AI to map out where we really are and explore what’s coming next
pushing past professional barriers
Coach Annette DeCicco argues against relying on pure willpower, which is destined to fail. Her 8 over 8 success formula depends on powerful 'situations' instead
by Annette DeCicco Feb 3
choosing a digital platform
Shifting to a new platform isn’t about where you show up, Audie Chamberlain writes. It's about whether your presence actually helps someone make real estate decisions
improve your focus
When you don't protect your calendar and your time, BHGRE President Ginger Wilcox writes, growth activities consistently give way to the day‑to‑day
by Ginger Wilcox Feb 3
Reffkin floats idea for national MLS, says Compass previously declined to make a deal with Zillow
Compass CEO kept his sights on NAR, MLSs, which he says are too restrictive, and Zillow in his call for widespread reform of the existing status quo in real estate
by Taylor Anderson Feb 3
New strategic partnerships yield 2 new AI platforms
Purlin and Final Offer have merged to create an end-to-end AI platform, while celebrity agent James Harris has teamed up with Afterpay co-founders to launch the AI operating system Breezy
Bess Freedman cautions 'vigilance' with private listing networks
In advance of her ICNY appearance, Inman caught up with Freedman to get her take on recent headlines, hot button topics and to find out what she's looking forward to at the event