walking away from a recruitment offer
While a recruitment offer may be flattering, this may not be the time to say yes, broker Erica Ramus writes. Here's how to walk away without burning bridges
by Erica Ramus Nov 4
person who made a mistake
You may feel like closing a deal signals the end of the process, Kevelyn Guzman writes, but the post-closing relationship is where reputation, referrals and repeat business are born
by Kevelyn Guzman Nov 4
2025 World Series winners Los Angeles Dodgers
Championships aren't won in a moment. They're won in the everyday decisions made by players and coaches. Troy Palmquist and Matt Richling share how to craft your winning moment
Share of first-time homebuyers falls to lowest point ever
Homebuyers and homesellers are also older, with the median age of first-time buyers rising to 40, according to a new report on homebuyers and sellers from the National Association of Realtors
by Taylor Anderson Nov 4
Russ Cofano and NAR building in Chicago
Opinion
The trade group's control over membership, access and pricing exacerbates risk for members and the clients they serve each day
by Russ Cofano Nov 4
10 compelling reasons that your buyers should purchase now 
Help your buyer clients achieve their goals before the year ends, trainer Bernice Ross writes, and start 2026 strong with a commission check in your pocket
by Bernice Ross Nov 4
Choose the right brokerage
Your brokerage sets the tone for your business, Jessica Souza writes. Here’s how to find the one that aligns with your goals, your culture and your long-term vision
by Jessica Souza Nov 3
fixer-upper or money pit
With the US housing market stagnant, many buyers are eyeing older homes for affordability and location, Andrew Reichek writes, but structural risks make due diligence essential
by Andrew Reichek Nov 3
Zillow calls Chicago's Private Listing Network a 'hidden listing scheme'
Zillow delayed the rollout of its ban on publicly marketed private listings in the nation’s 3rd largest market, but the portal appears ready to crack down on the widely used Private Listing Network
by Taylor Anderson Nov 3
listings in a locked-in market
New Inman contributor and finance expert Sofia Nadjibi offers strategies for overcoming some of the market’s most challenging barriers to helping clients buy their next home
by Sofia Nadjibi Nov 3
It's 'difficult' for buyers 'to negotiate lower commission rates,' watchdog says
The Consumer Policy Center says that buyer's agents have learned to hedge against the newfound ability of buyers and sellers to negotiate rates
by Taylor Anderson Nov 3
Is the housing market in the midst of a recession? Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent thinks so
The Treasury Secretary blamed the Federal Reserve for the current housing recession and said that if the central bank cut interest rates more quickly, the recession might come to a close
Real estate agent using digital tools with AI interface overlay, symbolizing collaboration between humans and artificial intelligence in real estate.
AI adoption in real estate is evolving fast, but its real progress comes from people — the agents, brokers and marketers shaping how the technology works with them
by Jessi Healey Nov 3
New client leads, murky waters: October's mixed bag for real estate
Agents in October were less certain about the year ahead, even as they reported modest gains in their potential client pools. What gives? Intel combs through the results from its latest survey
by Daniel Houston Nov 3
AI fakes could erode trust
From fabricated photos to fake engagement, artificial intelligence is distorting what buyers and sellers see online — and putting authenticity at a premium
by Jessi Healey Nov 3
hate on social media
Many people might shut down or lash out after receiving abusive comments on social media, but Ryan Noonan says he's glad for the engagement and sees a way to grow from the experience