FCC pushes Telephone Consumer Protection Act update to 2026

The Federal Communications Commission is pushing the Telephone Consumer Protection Act’s one-to-one consent requirement to next year, due to an appeals court ruling questioning the FCC’s definition of prior express consent. Continue reading

Maximizing a ‘3rd place’: 3 keys to building relationships that transact

Third places, where people gather for face-to-face social interaction, offer an opportunity for real estate agents in our increasingly fragmented and isolated society, team leader Carl Medford writes. Continue reading

Catch up on all the big commission conversations from Inman Connect

The chaos surrounding commissions that characterized much of 2024 was still on the minds of the professionals packed into the New York Hilton Midtown last week. See the conversations you missed. Continue reading

We all need to care about the LGBTQ+ community

Like all Americans, LGBTQ+ people deserve the right to thrive — not just exist, broker and community advocate Jamie Zapata writes. Continue reading

8 actionable ways to guide real estate clients with integrity

When clients know they can trust you, coach Darryl Davis writes, referrals flow, relationships deepen and reputations grow. Continue reading

Yes, there’s still time to make 2025 your best year yet in real estate

There is business to do, and someone is going to have their best year ever, Jimmy Burgess writes. Why shouldn’t it be you? Continue reading

Catch up on the best of Inman Connect New York: The Download

ICYMI, here are the must-know insights and can’t-miss controversies straight from the stage of Inman Connect New York. Continue reading

Agents need to push past fear when posting online

Industry leaders at Inman Connect New York argued that social media and online videos are essential tools for today’s real estate agents, who need to find their voice and share their stories. Continue reading

Clear Cooperation, resignation, deportation: Inman’s 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

Shifting ground rules driving real estate brokerage consolidation

As the industry continues to evolve, smaller brokers are going to need to think about how to increase profitability, and that often requires scale, said BHGRE President Ginger Wilcox. Continue reading