Take a look back at the top 5 real estate news stories of 2025
Compass, Zillow and the National Association of Realtors all dominated headlines in 2025 thanks to big M&A deals, battles over private listings and more
by Dani Vanderboegh Dec 29
referral flywheel
This relationship builder from Tayley Hunt could shift you away from buying leads
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 28
Spread cheer: How brokerages are giving back this holiday season
Whether through coat and toy drives, donations or other charitable events, real estate firms across the US and Canada shared with Inman the myriad ways they give back
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 24
Google recommendations and reviews
Google remains the place consumers verify credibility, research agents and confirm trust before making contact for the first time, Jimmy Burgess writes
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 19
AI prompts for real estate agents
The agents who embrace artificial intelligence, build local authority and deepen their value will dominate the next market cycle, Jimmy Burgess writes
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 14
Transforming agent marketing: Task-bound to scalable systems
Troy Palmquist talks with marketing directors about the evolving role of martech and how it can empower agents to build their brand within the brokerage
by Troy Palmquist Dec 11
real estate podcasts
Great podcasts provide better ideas and consistent inspiration, Jimmy Burgess writes, 2 things every real estate needs going into 2026
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 7
Instagram for real estate
Instagram rewards the people who adapt, experiment and show up consistently, Jimmy Burgess writes. Use it to create momentum in 2026
by Jimmy Burgess Nov 30
Coldwell Banker nabs 1,300-agent affiliate from Berkshire Hathaway
Coldwell Banker Envision will have offices in Downtown Los Angeles, Long Beach, Huntington Beach and elsewhere in Southern California
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 24
social media for real estate
Social media allows great real estate agents to stay visible, connected and valuable to the people and communities they serve, Jimmy Burgess writes
by Jimmy Burgess Nov 23
Will Anywhere merger launch M&A arms race? It's not yet clear: Intel
Competitor brokerages have been largely silent in recent weeks on plans to join forces in response to the Compass-Anywhere deal. But some do sense opportunities arising from the deal. And one big real estate player didn't hold his tongue
by Daniel Houston Nov 17
direct-mail marketing campaigns
Send a letter, start a conversation, win the listing
by Jimmy Burgess Nov 16
stop losing real estate deals
Asking the right questions that start with 'why' can reveal your buyers’ true motivations and keep contracts from falling apart, writes broker Annette DeCicco
by Annette DeCicco Nov 10
magic words to help real estate agents close more deals
These 5 simple phrases from Jimmy Burgess have helped countless agents win more listings, close more buyers and lead to more cooperative transactions with other agents
by Jimmy Burgess Nov 9
SERHANT. enters Sin City with 2nd Southwestern market launch
CEO Ryan Serhant said a large part of the firm's incentive to move to Las Vegas was because of current client demand for relocations or purchasing investment properties in the city