Here’s how much homebuyer affordability has improved this year Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:06:00 Affordability is improving in 37 out of the 50 most populous metros in the U.S. as mortgage rates come down and household incomes gradually rise. However, in pricey coastal markets, most households still only earn about half of what is necessary to afford the typical home. read more»
$18K to millions: Why you shouldn’t quit real estate Wed, 11 Feb 2026 9:00:59 On this episode, Brandon Brittingham details how he went from $18,000 in Year 1 to building several eight-figure companies after almost quitting real estate, thanks to a pep talk that saved his career. read more»
Why brokerage choice matters more than most agents think Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:29:22 A brokerage isn’t a place. It's a system you join, broker-owner Emily Askin writes. It shapes your risk tolerance, your habits, your professionalism and your long-term sustainability. read more»
Compass names Neda Navab new president Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:09:58 Navab holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and has worked for Compass since 2018, coming into the company as CEO Robert Reffkin's chief of staff. read more»
Is Homes.com still a viable portal war contender? Tue, 10 Feb 2026 9:55:57 Investors have recently questioned CoStar's investments in residential real estate. Industry experts told Inman the company would be wise to pay attention to the criticism. read more»
What running a brokerage in 2026 actually looks like Tue, 10 Feb 2026 9:00:13 The playbooks that worked three years ago are dead. Nick Schlekeway breaks down what broker-owners face today and the assumptions they must abandon to survive. read more»
Unlocking trust: How brain science explains client behavior Mon, 09 Feb 2026 22:40:53 When you understand what the brain is responding to — safety, clarity, empathy, consistency — you stop trying to sell trust and start creating it naturally, coach Darryl Davis writes. read more»
