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Why multifamily housing investors should consider Knoxville
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 0:00:46
Knoxville’s appeal to employers and job-hunters should make it attractive to investors seeking stable growth in a market that outperforms its size, Michael Zaransky writes. read more»

Plaintiffs in Zillow RESPA suit say evidence is at risk of disappearing
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 23:08:55
Attorneys for the plaintiffs in a proposed class action lawsuit say evidence includes screenshots, and numerous confidential witnesses. ‘Discovery is needed to litigate this case.’ read more»

You’re not leading, you’re hovering: How to build team accountability
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:58:18
The difference between a high-performing brokerage and a burned-out one often comes down to a single leadership habit, Nick Schlekeway writes. read more»

The new playbook for sustainable brokerage growth
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:32:52
Scaling is not about becoming the biggest real estate brokerage, writes CEO Craig Tann. It is about becoming the most intentional. read more»

See which states are looking to limit private real estate listings
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:49:24
Lawmakers in a growing number of states are proposing bills that would require broad public marketing of real estate listings. read more»

How I turn everyday market knowledge into scroll-stopping social content
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:19:57
Social media isn’t about creating something new, luxury agent Latham Jenkins writes. It’s about documenting your market, your land and your lifestyle. read more»

Mortgage rates surge upward amid Iran conflict
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:19:24
After a week in which the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rate fell below 6 percent for the first time in more than three years, rates reversed, hitting 6.15 percent on Tuesday in response to overseas conflict. read more»

AI comes into focus at Inman Connect New York 2026
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:05:40
Once again, the industry gathered in New York City, and AI was all the buzz. Here are just a few of the hottest takes. read more»

New anti-money laundering rule for cash purchases is now in effect
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:58:17
Under the new rule, when a legal entity or trust purchases a piece of residential real estate without the use of financing, closing or settlement agents must report details of the transaction. read more»

How an agent built a mom network — and a $100M real estate business
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 9:56:12
By digging into her interests, finding a niche and working her sphere, Megan Sullivan became one of Greenwich's top-earning agents, highly regarded for her off-market deals. read more»

C21 CEO: ‘The broker with the strongest recruiting mindset wins’
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 9:00:06
Recruiting is a discipline, Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler writes, in which consistency matters more than perfection and conversations create opportunity. read more»

How top agents build a predictable pipeline instead of chasing leads
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:24:29
Focus on clear positioning, consistent content, strong relationships and simplified systems to build a business that attracts clients, Joe Killinger writes. read more»

California housing: A ‘caste system defined by family wealth?’ Analysts respond to report
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:21:46
Analysts and housing experts this week balked at what some called California's "landed gentry" system for passing property down to younger generations. read more»

Why lifestyle sponsorships matter more than ever in luxury real estate
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:25:53
High-net-worth relationships are still built in real life, Aspen agent Heather Sinclair writes, and shared experiences build equity that pays off in luxury transactions. read more»

What this spring means for buyers, sellers and real estate agents
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:34:55
The agents who consistently reach their goals recognize moments like this for what they are: Not guarantees, but opportunities, ERA President Alex Vidal writes. read more»

James Dwiggins: The point of the MLS is so ‘we don’t go back to the way it was 40 years ago’ (VIDEO)
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:26:52
Dwiggins appeared on stage with Realtor.com CEO Damian Eales and Canopy MLS CEO Anne Marie DeCatsye to debate private listings, consolidation and more. read more»

Prosecutors intend to drop 2 charges against Alexanders as defense readies arguments
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:56:42
The two counts are related to alleged victims who had planned to appear in court, but never did. This week, the defense is expected to begin its case. read more»

The stage is set for a better spring, agents say: Client Pipeline Tracker
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:00:00
Agents are sticking to their guns in recent Intel Index surveys, arguing that their existing pipelines look better than a few months ago — and that their hopes are higher for the year ahead. Their cautious optimism is about to be put to the test. read more»