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
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
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
LPT Aperture Holdings acquires Humaniz and Reside
All companies involved in the deal will remain independent and retain current leadership. Humaniz and Reside will also continue to be available to teams at any brokerage in the industry
Zillow and lead conversion
Stop trying to close leads on the first click to your real estate agent website, Josh Ries writes. Start trying to earn the next step instead
by Josh Ries Feb 3
Real estate is still a people business. Your community matters more than ever
Broker and Inman Ambassador Dina Williams shares her thoughts on why community is what shapes life, business and the industry that she loves
by Dina Williams Feb 2
virtual vs. local assistant
Virtual assistants offer leverage. Local assistants protect your brand. Understanding the difference, Troy Palmquist writes, is what separates scalable agents from overwhelmed ones
by Troy Palmquist Feb 2
portal wars
From upheaval in the portal landscape to the ongoing controversy around private listings, debates over access, control and cooperation intensified last week
by Christy Murdock Feb 2
antitrust enforcement
Opinion
Without recalibrating how market power is measured, Sean Frank writes, future consolidations will clear regulatory review while transforming competitive market conditions
by Sean Frank Feb 2
smart fixes for stagnant listings
When you approach a lingering listing with a structured revival plan, Jimmy Burgess writes, sellers feel supported, buyers re-engage and momentum returns
by Jimmy Burgess Feb 1
What today's market is telling us from the ground: Now Streaming
Learn how to find wins and opportunities in a shifting real estate landscape with insights and advice from top producers
by Inman Jan 30
Rocket’s lawsuit, Costar’s ‘fiasco,’ Compass’ ‘mess’: 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 Jan 30
Inman unveils class of 2026 Power Players, New York Power Brokers and MLS Power Executive winners
The 2026 Inman Power Players award celebrates industry leaders whose influence is shaping the future of real estate
by Inman Jan 30
pop-bys for repeat and referral business
Most agents put their energy into finding the next client, Lori Muller writes, but the most successful agents focus on honoring the relationships they already have
by Lori Muller Jan 29
American dream
Opinion
Diversity isn't a flaw in the American experiment, Darryl Davis writes. It's the founding blueprint, and real estate professionals have a role to play as doorkeepers of the American dream
by Darryl Davis Jan 29
ICNY sessions
As Troy Palmquist prepares to attend ICNY next week, he shares the can’t-miss speakers, sessions and extra events he’s most excited about
by Troy Palmquist Jan 28