Testing Reffkin’s big idea: Take the Intel Index survey today

Each month, hundreds of real estate agents, brokers, executives and investors contribute to one of real estate’s most ambitious monthly efforts to document changes to the industry. Add your insights. Take the survey. Continue reading

Real estate needs new ways to connect with the tech world

Troy Palmquist writes that the first HomeCode Pitch Battle proved that real estate and tech connect best in ways that are less sales pitch and more get-together. Continue reading

A blueprint for success that doesn’t burn you out

Alice Faggi watched Andrew Flachner interview “New York Times” bestselling author Sahil Bloom live at ICNY. The conversation challenged everything she thought she knew about building a successful career. Continue reading

Residential proptech is back in focus — and AI is driving the reset

AI is reigniting investor interest in residential proptech, with firms like Fifth Wall betting on tools that reduce transaction friction. Continue reading

The ICNY conversations you can’t afford to miss: The Download

This week’s Download puts together some of the most impactful individual conversations that occurred at Inman Connect New York, plus how-tos to help you do more this spring. Continue reading

HomeServices CEO on private listings: ‘Is it ultimately better for the consumer?’

At Inman Connect New York, real estate executives Chris Kelly, Stuart Siegel and Joe Skousen discussed artificial intelligence, consolidation and whether private listings help consumers. Continue reading

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