Once shaky, summer market picks up steam: Client Pipeline Tracker

While hard sales numbers won’t be available for a few weeks, the latest Intel Index survey found signs that real estate agent client pools in July benefitted from an unexpected influx of homebuyers. Continue reading

Real estate CEOs sound off on CCP, M&A, being No. 1: The Download

Last week, the industry’s biggest names took the stage at Inman Connect San Diego to talk about real estate’s hottest topics and biggest controversies. Continue reading

From search to sold: Mapping the client journey through your website

Jon Krabbe of Agent Image shares ideas for supporting every stage of the client journey, from first looks to post-closing advice. Continue reading

All shock, no chill: The rise of outrage marketing in the viral era

In the race for attention, today’s brands are trading nuance for noise. Outrage marketing is trending, but not without risk. Continue reading

YouTube’s new rules could cost real estate agents their ad revenue

The platform’s updated monetization policy targets repetitive, low-effort content, but agents who lean into authenticity can still thrive. Continue reading

Visual storytelling is transforming real estate marketing

How design-forward marketing is reshaping customer experience and agent success. Continue reading

9 proven strategies to build a mentorship culture for a stronger real estate team

Empower agents, improve retention and foster collaboration by embedding mentorship into the foundation of your team culture. Continue reading

‘Meme stock’ surge lifts Opendoor out of delisting danger zone

While shares in rival iBuyer Offerpad also went on a rollercoaster ride in July, the company’s market capitalization remains below the New York Stock Exchange’s $50 million minimum requirement. Continue reading

Mortgage rates drop with stocks on surprise jobs report and new tariffs

Trump announces new tariffs on dozens of countries beginning Aug. 7, fires BLS commissioner after revised jobs report shows dramatic slowdown in payroll growth in May and June. Continue reading

3 CEOs talk change, affordability, NAR and end-to-end systems

Industry leaders James Dwiggins, Michael Valdes and Mike Miedler got candid on the last day of Inman Connect San Diego, saying the industry has lost sight of its purpose amid commission lawsuits and company rivalries. Continue reading