How Jesse Jackson predicted (and tried to stop) the 2007 crash

The Rev. Jesse Jackson’s death marks the end of an era in U.S. civil rights movement leadership, but his warnings about predatory lending remain urgently relevant, Dr. Lee Davenport writes. Continue reading

‘Where do we go from here?’ 6 actions real estate agents can take to keep MLK’s dream alive in 2026

Contributor Dr. Lee Davenport writes that real estate agents have a responsibility to answer Dr. King’s 1967 rhetorical question, “Where do we go from here?” with action, not complacency. Continue reading

Why commissions have risen since the 2024 NAR settlement

Many expected commissions to fall after the 2024 NAR commission settlement, but data shows that average rates have actually ticked up slightly. Why?⁣ Continue reading

How to talk to the 71% of potential FSBOs who doubt their decision

Not everyone who’s thinking about listing a home “by owner” is set on their decision. Dr. Lee Davenport offers talking points that can help you convince them to list with you. Continue reading

Highlights from NAR’s 2025 race and homebuying snapshot

For fair housing trainer and advocate Dr. Lee Davenport, self-motivation, transparency and accountability are greater than prioritizing mostly enforcement when it comes to optimal fair housing outcomes. Continue reading

This Women’s History Month, make your DEI outcomes measurable

Standardize planning with a simple DEI checklist, Dr. Lee Davenport writes, and share measurable outcomes along with personal feedback and stories from each event as part of your diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Continue reading

When divisive political rhetoric crosses the fair housing line

Costs and lawsuits are on the rise. Make sure that your marketing and practices don’t set you up for a fair housing violation or accusation with help from Dr. Lee Davenport. Continue reading

Wildfires don’t discriminate, but people do. Fight back with fairness

As real estate first responders, Dr. Lee Davenport writes, let us be mindful to fight fire with fairness and fair housing in mind. Continue reading

Will your chatbot get you canceled? 10 AI questions to ask

Fair housing advocate Dr. Lee Davenport shares 10 questions to ask before adopting an AI-based chatbot or consumer-facing platform for your real estate business. Continue reading

5 coaches on how to show your value to get the commission

There are several ways in which agents can prove just how much they’re worth — and why anyone would want to sign a buyer-broker agreement and pay their commission. Continue reading