Realty ONE Group launches new AI-powered platform for its agents
The rollout will begin immediately for the company's more than 20k agents
by Nick Pipitone Jun 16
portable mortgage
Opinion
Portable mortgages are a trade-off, not a true fix
by Derek Carlson Apr 27
selling a house with ChatGPT
How to demonstrate that you're still needed in an increasingly AI-driven world
by Derek Carlson Mar 26
build a personal brand
Demonstrate your expertise, be clear about who you want to work with, and be authentically yourself to create a lasting personal brand, Derek Carlson writes
by Derek Carlson Feb 28
commission breath
An agent's single-minded focus on commission only can bring chaos to a brokerage, managing broker Derek Carlson writes. Here's what to watch for when you're recruiting top talent
by Derek Carlson Feb 25
Trump ban on institutional investors
Opinion
Although Trump is attempting to respond to legitimate frustrations in the housing market, the proposed ban won't increase supply, Derek Carlson writes
by Derek Carlson Jan 14
Opportunity knocks: This week's industry hires and moves
The industry shuffle continues, with teams and brokers going independent or returning to their roots. Here are updates from HomeSmart, The Agency and others
by Marian McPherson Jan 9
7 questions you MUST ask buyers before meeting in person
Qualify your buyer prospects up front with these proven questions to ensure you get your transaction to the closing table, Derek Carlson writes
by Derek Carlson Jan 6
More AI? A big recovery? Real estate heavyweights predict 2026
Leaders including eXp's Leo Pareja, REMAX's Erik Carlson and top-selling agent Ben Caballero envision more tech, more change and perhaps a mixed recovery next year
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 31
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
Zillow lawsuit raises big questions for the real estate industry
Opinion
Whether it ends in settlement, dismissal or a landmark ruling, Derek Carlson writes, it marks another turning point in an industry undergoing rapid transformation
by Derek Carlson Dec 9
choosing a new real estate office
Looking ahead to 2026 and thinking of making a move? Derek Carlson offers 5 questions to help you think through your options and put your best face forward
by Derek Carlson Oct 23
An image of the Compass CEO Robert Reffkin and the Anywhere CEO Ryan Schneider in front of a wall of question marks to symbolize this Compass-Anywhere merger FAQ.
What does the Compass-Anywhere deal mean for private listings? For NAR? For agents in the trenches? We've got the answers
by Christy Murdock Oct 1
A row of keys
Derek Carlson shares tips for building a strong personal brand that will keep you personally at the top of your clients’ minds, even if your brokerage merges or gets acquired
by Derek Carlson Sep 30
"Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada" sign
Mark Sivek was due to join the association's Board of Directors in 2026, but was removed from appointed positions after derogatory remarks about late conservative activist Charlie Kirk
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 12