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NAR’s Nykia Wright says the NAR and its Realtors are 'trying to outrun irrelevance.' Here’s how agents can plan smarter, build trust and stay relevant in 2026
by Rachael Hite Oct 8
Ginger Wilcox: Here's why agents are choosing legacy brands
In her latest Inman Interview, the Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Brand president talks competition and the enduring appeal of legacy brands
by Marian McPherson Oct 8
Massachusetts broker arrested, accused of embezzling $11.6M
Former Success! Real Estate broker-owner Stephen D. Webster has been indicted for allegedly embezzling $11.6M. Nearly $500K was in unpaid commissions to agents
by Marian McPherson Oct 3
AI for real estate
The 'Transparent Owner' tool is becoming available as the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, or FinCEN, prepares to crack down on money laundering in residential real estate
by Matt Carter Sep 30
James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson, hosts of the Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered podcast.
Opinion
Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered hosts James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson break down the Compass-Anywhere deal that is set to create a company worth an estimated $10B
Person holding fist in air in triumph
During a time of significant disruption, new agents have continued to enter the industry with optimism. Turns out, many of them have good reason — they're crushing it
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 24
NAR CEO Nykia Wright: 'We're trying to outrun irrelevance'
The CEO appointed to turn around the National Association of Realtors attended Blueprint Las Vegas, where she reiterated the value Realtors offer consumers
by Craig C. Rowe Sep 18
How scammers push your pressure points to steal your clients' cash
Applying smart security protocols throughout every transaction is an essential part of your role as a real estate agent, new Inman contributor Samantha Simpson writes
by Samantha Simpson  Sep 18
Pacaso plans to launch 'bespoke' co-ownership mortgage in Q4
A new $100M credit facility with Texas Capital Bank will enable vacation home loans to be originated by a 3rd party, then securitized and sold to investors in non-qualified mortgages
by Matt Carter Sep 16
'Divine' timing brings $80M Texas broker to eXp Realty
Lubbock-based broker Amy Tapp will transform her 45-person indie brokerage into a team. Tapp joined eXp after attending a brokerage leadership event, which she called a 'divine appointment'
by Marian McPherson Sep 4
Brad Inman: 'AI will be god-like,' and other real estate predictions
During a recent appearance on RealScout CEO Andrew Flachner's podcast, Inman talked about the future of the industry and AI's role in it, while cautiously making a few predictions
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 27
Two agents, one shy and one open, communicating agent value representing how to protect your commission.
Underselling yourself is a luxury you can’t afford in this tough market, coach Darryl Davis writes. Here are the strategies you need to prove your worth (and protect your commission)
by Darryl Davis Aug 21
Broker Spotlight: Aaron Luttrull, Schuler Bauer Real Estate Services
Touting its 'proven leadership with a personal touch,' find out how Aaron Luttrull and his company 'combine big-brokerage services with a hands-on, relationship-first approach'
by Christy Murdock Aug 14
Colorado MLS begins offering complimentary Rayse access
The Rayse platform launched last fall as a way to provide buyers and sellers with more transparency about the time and work agents put into transactions
by Taylor Anderson Aug 11
Zillow Group exceeded revenue expectations during Q2 2025
Revenue was up 15% year over year to $655M, and the company hit a positive net income for the 2nd quarter in a row at $2M