3 ways artificial intelligence will reshape real estate in 2026

From agentic AI to cybersecurity threats, Inman Connect New York revealed how artificial intelligence is reshaping real estate — and why agents must adapt now. Continue reading

NAR President: ‘We don’t dictate what’s right and wrong’

As the industry heads for a debate over the future of multiple listing services, “we’re not going to get involved,” Kevin Brown said on stage at Inman Connect New York. Continue reading

AREA leader: The real estate industry is ‘awash with non-professionals’ and ‘has to change’

At Inman Connect New York, American Real Estate Association co-founder Jason Haber spoke about real estate’s reputation and why there’s room for two national real estate trade groups. Continue reading

Staying authentic while getting found in the new era of AI search

At Inman Connect New York, agents and tech leaders shared how AI is reshaping search and agent visibility. The takeaway was clear: if AI can’t find you, neither can your next client. Continue reading

CMOs advise: Don’t let artificial intelligence ‘replace’ your voice

Industry Chief Marketing Officers David Marine, Wendy Forsythe and Sandra Howard share how to thoughtfully and authentically use technology. Continue reading

Ryan Serhant: Real estate’s future is SERHANT. vs. Compass — and I’m ready to win

During his latest Inman Connect New York appearance, SERHANT. founder and CEO Ryan Serhant discussed artificial intelligence, generational real estate trends and why his brokerage is Compass’s biggest threat. Continue reading

Nykia Wright says NAR is a ‘base camp’ for real estate

During an appearance at Inman Connect New York, NAR CEO called for keeping the organization at the center of the industry while not competing with brokerages and members Continue reading

Brown Harris Stevens CEO: Private listings diminish trust, raise fair housing questions

Bess Freedman said Wednesday at Inman Connect New York that “we want to continue to do things the right way, even if you’re not making as much money.” Continue reading

What is ‘agentic’ AI, and why does it matter for real estate?

Proptech innovators at Inman Connect New York said that a new, more proactive version of AI may come into its own — and spread throughout the real estate industry — in 2026. Continue reading

MLS chief: Brokers ‘talking out of both sides of their mouth’ on consolidation demands

Canopy MLS CEO Anne Marie DeCatsye, Realtor.com CEO Damian Eales and NextHome CEO James Dwiggins talked about consolidation, data transparency and why a national MLS isn’t the answer to the industry’s problems. Continue reading