How NAR, MLSs and Zillow use market power to serve themselves

Think these real estate industry mainstays are doing what’s best for members and real estate pros? Think again, authors and agents Hans and Steve Wydler write. Continue reading

The scroll-to-sold TikTok strategy to yield 10 closings in 120 days

Want more engagement on your next social media post? TikToker Courtney Benson and Jimmy Burgess tell you how to show up with authenticity and share the good, the bad and the ugly. Continue reading

Trending: National parks get spicy, TikTok gets inclusive

From thirst-trap conservation to alt text updates, the latest platform shifts prove that tone, clarity and inclusion matter more than ever. Jessi Healey breaks it down. Continue reading

5 ways to reduce stress this spring: Mindset matters 

Let springtime be your reminder: You don’t have to do more — you just have to do what matters, more mindfully, Nikki Beauchamp writes. Continue reading

What does it take to sell a home every 75 minutes? The Download

Legendary Texas world-record holder Ben Caballero shares the secrets that allowed him to sell 7,000 homes last year. Continue reading

How to increase agent productivity: Now Streaming

Tune in to Inman Access as Vija Williams, head of industry at Place, offers tips for getting your team off the sidelines and into production. Continue reading

Real estate agent commissions are not falling off a cliff

A new Redfin report indicates that most consumers are still willing to pay for their real estate agents and that last year’s NAR rules have had minimal impacts on agent pay. Continue reading

Fed: Requiring buyer agreements has no effect on commissions

The Federal Reserve analysis found that rising home prices are likely why commission rates fell in the past two decades, but found no impact on rates after buyer contracts were required in 15 states. Continue reading

Serhant’s diss, Homes.com’s boost, Caballero’s record: Top 5

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers. Continue reading

Keller Williams isn’t slowing down on inclusion: Natalie Davis

Newly minted Keller Williams Head of Community Growth Natalie Davis talks about diversity and how childlike curiosity is key to maintaining an inclusive brokerage culture. Continue reading