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NAR economist says ‘we’re not anywhere near’ a recession

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Lawrence Yun shared his economic outlook Wednesday, saying that despite volatility the U.S. is still on track for 4 to 5 percent growth next quarter. Continue reading →

What did Trump say about housing and mortgage rates at Davos?

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President Trump kept his focus on a potential ban on institutional homebuyers and highlighted existing plans to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds to drive down rates. Continue reading →

Buyers are returning, sellers are ‘increasingly realistic about pricing’: Pam Liebman

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As the market shifts this year, key areas of opportunity await savvy agents, according to a Corcoran survey of affiliate owners shared exclusively with Inman. Continue reading →

Sellers outnumber buyers as home prices barely inch up

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There were roughly 47 percent more homesellers than buyers in the market in December as home prices ticked up by just 2.2 percent year over year, according to new data from Redfin. Continue reading →

Honoring Dr. King’s legacy through the work of homeownership

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When agents, brokers, and industry leaders lead with integrity and purpose, homeownership becomes more than a transaction, Julia Lashay Israel writes. It becomes a pathway to stability, dignity and possibility. Continue reading →

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

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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 →

$4.6T in real estate will pass on to Gen X, millennials in next decade

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Younger generations inheriting trillions in real estate are poised to reshape the market as they prioritize lifestyle and financial stability. Coldwell Banker Global Luxury’s 2026 Trend Report outlines key factors shaping the transition. Continue reading →

Zillow exec: AI should give agents ‘time to go do the human stuff’

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Zillow VP of Product Cameron Swiggett told Inman AI innovation and investment has snowballed, and argued the tech doesn’t dim human innovation — it highlights it. Continue reading →

6 leadership essentials that help agents thrive in any market

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Contributor Nikki Beauchamp writes that the way agents lead through market ups and downs sets the tone for meaningful professional relationships. Continue reading →

Here’s what to know as mortgage rates make new moves

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In this exclusive series on Inman, Windermere’s Principal Economist Jeff Tucker looks at the numbers that matter most, including an MBS plan from the White House and recent jobs numbers. Continue reading →