Testing Reffkin's big idea: Take the Intel Index survey today
Opinion
Each month, agents, brokers, executives and investors contribute to one of real estate's most ambitious efforts to document changes to the industry. Add your insights. Take the survey
by Daniel Houston Feb 19
A national MLS could be great, execs say, but feasibility and antitrust issues pose a challenge
Compass CEO Robert Reffkin recently floated the idea of a national MLS. Luxury real estate leaders are intrigued by the concept, but have many questions about how such an entity might work
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 19
buyers and contract cancellations
Opinion
Escalating costs and the impact of deferred maintenance mean that buyers and sellers aren't always on the same page, so buyers are walking away, bi-coastal luxury agent Cara Ameer writes
by Cara Ameer Feb 19
@properties Christie's launches homeseller renovation program
Through the program, qualified homeowners will be able to borrow up to $50K or 10% of their home's list price to make pre-sale improvements
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 18
real estate economist
In this exclusive series on Inman, Windermere’s Principal Economist Jeff Tucker looks at jobs, interest rates and more numbers to know right now
by Jeff Tucker Feb 18
multitasking
Multitasking your financial goals is bad for your bottom line. Here's how to get back on track
by Verl Workman Feb 18
Private listings, fiduciary risk: A warning from Side’s founders
From fiduciary duty concerns to fair housing implications, Guy Gal and Hilary Saunders break down what private listings mean for sellers, agents and the future of brokerage
old school listing strategy
While everyone else competes online, the agents who win listings will be the ones who go old school, pick up the phone and show up in person, new contributor John Angelopoulos writes
by John Angelopoulos Feb 17
me vs. we
Today’s real estate agents are not just choosing a brokerage, broker-owner Lori Muller writes. They’re choosing a collaborative community where they can thrive
by Lori Muller Feb 17
broker developer collaboration
In today’s market, collaboration isn’t a luxury. It's leverage. Luxury strategist Peggy Olin teaches you how to co-create opportunities with developers in your market
by Peggy Olin Feb 17
What agents say Compass should do next — in their own words: Intel
Following its acquisition of Anywhere's brands, Compass looms large over real estate. Hundreds of agents and brokerage leaders wrote to Inman Intel to share their hopes, fears and priorities for the year ahead
by Daniel Houston Feb 16
Feeling presidential: Real estate's biggest new hires and moves
Fathom Realty, SERHANT. and other industry brands made moves last week, appointing new presidents and leaders to lead their growth efforts
by Marian McPherson Feb 16
housing affordability
After years of a housing affordability crunch, Congress has weighed in with competing proposals to make homeownership more possible for hopeful buyers
by Christy Murdock Feb 16
Zillow earnings, AI tools, the biggest lie: Inman Top 5
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
by Dani Vanderboegh Feb 13
Housing outlook 2026
Based in part on comments from Zillow executives this week, the housing analyst casts a bearish outlook for the housing market in 2026
by Taylor Anderson Feb 13
agent buy in and brokerage strength
When the balance between agents and brokers is respected, businesses grow, reputations strengthen, careers stabilize and trust compounds, broker-owner Emily Askin writes
by Emily Askin Feb 12