10 unexpected places to find your next top producer 
The best agents don’t always come from traditional backgrounds, coach Verl Workman writes. Sometimes, they're excelling in a different industry and waiting for the right opportunity
by Verl Workman Jun 4
5 real-talk tips for retaining real estate agents in 2025
Tailor your outreach and communication to the individual agent so that you're providing what they need to thrive, broker Holly Brink writes
by Holly Brink Jun 4
NAR may rescind 'no-commingling' rule this week amid DOJ scrutiny
The trade organization's MLS committee on Tuesday approved the elimination of the controversial policy at a meeting closed to the media. Its Executive Committee will take a final vote Wednesday
Fannie and Freddie may stay in conservatorship: Regulator
Shares in mortgage giants tumble as investors weigh whether the Trump administration is more interested in mining Fannie and Freddie's profits than privatizing them
by Matt Carter Jun 3
Proposed NAR hate speech changes advance to board vote
NAR's Professional Standards Committee on Tuesday moved to make the Realtor Code of Ethics applicable only to real estate-related activities. The board of directors will take a vote on Thursday
Record $700B worth of listings on market, but sales are sluggish
US home inventory hit a record $698B in April — a 20.3% increase from the previous year — but sales aren't keeping pace, a new analysis from Redfin shows
by Richelle Hammiel Jun 3
NAR warns agents of growing 'Pig Butchering' cryptocurrency scam
Scammers posing as wealthy homebuyers are roping agents into elaborate crypto investing schemes, resulting in some agents losing their life savings and drawing Secret Service scrutiny
by Marian McPherson Jun 3
The power of control: 8 ways to dominate in a challenging market
There are plenty of factors you can't control in the broader economy, Amy Corr writes, but there are ways to implement more control and consistency in your business
by Amy Corr Jun 3
Need support as a solo agent? Here’s how to get it
No team? No problem! You don't have to go it alone when you align yourself with colleagues and strategies that optimize your service, coach Verl Workman writes
by Verl Workman Jun 3
Your circle prospecting plan is outdated. Here’s how to fix it
Stop chasing leads and start creating memorable outreach in person and online with helpful circle prospecting strategies from broker and lead gen specialist Josh Ries
by Josh Ries Jun 3
Solid Earth lands on BeachesMLS partnership
Solid Earth’s software rests on top of the BeachesMLS solution to serve as a rapid conduit to content, logins, data tools, documents and even personalized member financial reports
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 2
Hamptons summer rentals way down amid market uncertainty
Rental demand for ultra-luxury properties in the beach market is down as much as 75% this year, according to local brokers, due to economic volatility and poor spring weather
Stephen Kotler and son Max Kotler depart Douglas Elliman
Stephen Kotler is leaving Douglas Elliman following a 3-decade career at the brokerage. Meanwhile, his son Max has joined Corcoran Group with intentions of building a new team
Opendoor hit with Nasdaq notice, skids closer to delisting zone
Opendoor's stock has spent months in precarious territory. The company has now received a notice from Nasdaq after its share price fell below $1 for 30 consecutive business days
by Richelle Hammiel Jun 2
This June, Inman is celebrating Today's Buyer Agent
Whether you're the buyer specialist on a team or a solo agent specializing in working with buyers, you'll find a lot to love in this helpful theme month
by Inman Jun 2