As it geared up to fight for rules that were favorable to its private listings strategy, Compass set out to understand where hundreds of MLSs stood — and to create a 1-to-5 ranking system
Transparency and fairness are essential in the face of increasing industry consolidation and the growth of private listing networks, indie CEO Dezireh Eyn writes
If your buyer clients keep stalling, ghosting or drifting, don't reach for better scripts, lead-gen expert Josh Ries writes. Reach for a better process
At its core, real estate hasn’t changed much at all, writes broker-owner Emily Askin. It’s still about showing up for people, building trust and staying connected long after the closing table
The debate around public vs. private listings is moving from dueling op-eds to the Washington statehouse with a new bill seeking to limit the practice
Opinion
When we lead with integrity and purpose, homeownership becomes more than a transaction, Julia Lashay Israel writes. It becomes a pathway to stability, dignity and possibility
Contributor Dr. Lee Davenport writes that real estate agents have a responsibility to answer Dr. King's 1967 rhetorical question, "Where do we go from here?" with action, not complacency
To build momentum in 2026, you will need to generate and convert more leads
How culture-first branding cuts through algorithmic sameness and content fatigue
Learn what it takes to create a smart and effective digital footprint with help from these real estate industry heavyweights
Younger generations inheriting trillions in real estate are poised to reshape the market, prioritize lifestyle, financial stability, according to Coldwell Banker Global Luxury's 2026 Trend Report
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
Opinion
Real estate coach and contributor Darryl Davis says it’s time for agents to forget the noise and step up their integrity to define their career in the new year
Contributor Nikki Beauchamp writes that the way agents lead through market ups and downs sets the tone for meaningful professional relationships
If you're working with investors, your job isn't just to find properties, America Foy writes. It's to identify investment strategies that are built to weather market cycles
Is your social media more cringe than crispy? Contributor Kate Hulbert holds the mirror up to agents who chase trends and find themselves with fewer friends