NAR’s Yun has a new 2026 prediction: a slower, less certain market recovery

NAR’s Lawrence Yun outlines a cautious 2026 housing market outlook, citing mortgage rate volatility, oil price shocks and shifting consumer sentiment as key forces shaping a slower, uncertain recovery. Continue reading

Rechat launches Service Network to fix brokerage referral gaps

Rechat launches Service Network, a new tool to help brokerages standardize referrals and connect clients with lenders, title and insurance providers. Continue reading

How 2 top agents protect their clients from real estate fraud

Real estate agents are facing a surge in fraud attempts. Here’s how scammers operate — and how agents are becoming the first line of defense. Continue reading

Homebuyer trust in AI is slipping, survey finds (VIDEO)

A new survey shows buyers want more control and still prefer humans for key decisions in the homebuying process. Continue reading

Brokerage storefronts become ad networks amid Smartify expansion

Brokerage storefronts are evolving into revenue-generating media networks as Smartify expands partnerships. Continue reading

How AI is intensifying real estate fraud — and what agents can do

AI is reshaping cybersecurity risks in real estate, enabling more advanced phishing, fraud, and data exposure across brokerages and agents. Continue reading

Foreclosures rise in 2026 as early warning signs emerge (VIDEO)

Foreclosure activity is rising in 2026, with new data showing an increase in filings. Watch this quick Inman video for key insights. Continue reading

Multiple offers still common in Mid-Atlantic despite market cooling

Competition in the Mid-Atlantic housing market remains strong, with 57 percent of homes receiving multiple offers. Continue reading

New poll finds 1 in 4 Americans say homeownership is out of reach

A new KeyBank poll finds 1 in 4 Americans say homeownership is out of reach as housing costs and financial pressures continue to rise. Continue reading

Tech leaders love AI. Everyone else? Not so much

The real estate industry is embracing AI fast, but rising public skepticism may create new risks for agents, landlords and platforms. Continue reading