The inventory surge is sputtering. See how your market stacks up

Markets that had been bright spots amid troubled times are now seeing new listings slow. Dive into the local data with Inman’s recurring series of interactive maps and charts. Continue reading

How to keep agents motivated if they’re worried about commissions

Agents don’t need more money, Verl Workman writes. They need more motivation and the confidence to achieve their professional goals in today’s market. Continue reading

Here’s how to save canceled listings and improve success rates

On this episode, George Laughton, leader of a top US team with 200 agents and $900 million-plus in volume, unveils his Reverse Offer Playbook for saving canceled listings. Continue reading

Offerpad home sales, acquisitions hit new low in Q3 2025

The cash offer platform hired former WarnerMedia executive Chris Carpenter as COO, but expects ‘heightened seasonality’ through the winter months in targeting a return to a near-term goal of 1,000 transactions per quarter.  Continue reading

How a new agent turned hateful social media comments into a growth opportunity

Many people might shut down or lash out after receiving abusive comments on social media, but Ryan Noonan says he’s glad for the engagement and sees a way to grow from the experience. Continue reading

Tech Review: Guest House shrinks time-to-market with listing prep

Technology expert Craig C. Rowe reviews Guest House, a company that offers a fast, lightweight solution to the friction that happens after a listing agreement is signed. Continue reading

Government shutdown nails housing programs in week 2

The longer the government shutdown lasts, the more it impacts the real estate industry. Here are the latest updates on the cusp of the shutdown’s third week. Continue reading

HomeSmart celebrates 25 years with new branding, messaging

HomeSmart unveiled new branding for its 25th anniversary on Tuesday. Brokerage leaders said the redesign, which includes a new logo, wordmark and website design, reflects its commitment to “simplicity and transparency.” Continue reading

An interactive look inside the new-inventory run that’s losing steam

In its recurring series of interactive maps and charts, Inman’s data team brings hyperlocal listing data to real estate agents and brokerage leaders. Continue reading

5 foreign buyer trends to tap into this fall

While domestic buyers may be sitting on the sidelines this fall, foreign buyers are making their move. According to the National Association of Realtors, international purchases have increased since 2024, and savvy agents are taking notice. Continue reading