TikTok, Meta, local businesses — accountability pressure builds

A landmark lawsuit is forcing courts to examine whether social media platforms can be held responsible for addictive design, even as TikTok’s U.S. transition introduces new uncertainty and Threads accelerates monetization. Continue reading

Investor drama fuels new front in the portal wars: The Download

From upheaval in the portal landscape to the ongoing controversy around private listings, debates over access, control and cooperation intensified last week. Continue reading

560 deals and $400M later: How this team leader found his grit

In this episode, Power Real Estate Group’s Jeffery Mcgonigle shares how he went from new agent crying in his car to leading one of the most productive teams in California with 160 agents. Continue reading

How the Compass–Anywhere merger exposes a blind spot in antitrust enforcement

Without recalibrating how market power is measured, Sean Frank writes, future consolidations will clear regulatory review while transforming competitive market conditions. Continue reading

From COLD to SOLD: 9 smart fixes for stagnant listings

When you approach a lingering listing with a structured revival plan, Jimmy Burgess writes, sellers feel supported, buyers re-engage and momentum returns. Continue reading

As Alexander brothers stand trial, new Epstein documents detail more alleged rapes

The Justice Department released a massive trove of Epstein-related documents Friday, one of which describes multiple alleged rapes at an Epstein party. Continue reading

What today’s market is telling us from the ground: Now Streaming

Learn how to find wins and opportunities in a shifting real estate landscape with insights and advice from top producers. Continue reading

Rocket’s lawsuit, Costar’s ‘fiasco,’ Compass’ ‘mess’: Inman 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

Zillow terminates approximately 3% of staff (but it’s not shrinking)

The company said the terminations were performance-based and part of its typical annual review process. Zillow has open roles for approximately the same number of employees. Continue reading

Inman unveils class of 2026 Power Players, New York Power Brokers and MLS Power Executive winners

The 2026 Inman Power Players award celebrates industry leaders whose influence is shaping the future of real estate.
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