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The Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY), the New York State Association of Realtors, real estate brokerages and landlords have appealed a lower court's decision to toss their free speech claims against the broker fee law
Windermere Economist Jeff Tucker looks at recent economic indicators, including some surprising upside despite a disappointing spring market
Sharing knowledge, lifting others and celebrating victories creates an inviting foundation for unparalleled growth, new Inman contributor Chris Morrison writes
Find out how this Central Florida brokerage owner launched and grew and where he sees the industry moving next
Opinion
As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of same-sex marriage, Mary Mancera writes, though society is seemingly supportive of the community, discrimination against LGBTQ+ people remains visible
The people you surround yourself with can fuel or extinguish your fire. Debra Trappen shares strategies for building up and letting go
Opinion
Broker and attorney Greg Hague writes that the Compass vs. Zillow lawsuit will ultimately democratize real estate tech, empower innovation and put consumers back in control
EXp founder Glenn Sanford took a swing at Compass 2 days after his company was mentioned in a Compass lawsuit against Zillow — a lawsuit focused on one of the industry's most divisive topics
Judge Jamal N. Whitehead agreed to have the case heard by a jury in June 2026 at Compass's request and over NWMLS's objection that choosing a date was 'premature'
A steady course is predicted for luxury real estate through year's end, the firm's mid-year luxury report said, creating 'compelling opportunities for strategic homebuyers and sellers'
Economists typically keep their eyes out for 3 key things when assessing whether a Middle East conflict could weigh on U.S. home sales. Here's what they are
In less than half an hour total, Judge Stephen R. Bough signed off on settlements in the Gibson and Keel antitrust cases
According to NAR, foreign buyers account for $42 billion in total U.S. home sales, or 2.0 percent of the total $2.1 trillion market
Summer Goralik examines practices drawing fresh regulatory scrutiny, putting questionable, and potentially unlawful, incentives between brokers and escrow back in the spotlight
By embracing service opportunities, The Agency's Vice President of Vibes Makenzie Green writes, agents and brokerages can transform professional influence into a force for meaningful change