Rate cuts, podcasts, buyer’s agents: 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

5 lead-generation metrics you must review before 2026 begins

These five metrics give you a custom dashboard to plan smarter, grow faster and stop guessing, Josh Ries writes. Head into 2026 with a plan based on data, not hope. Continue reading

Real CEO talks growth in hard times — and how everyone loses in real estate ‘wars’

In his last Inman Interview for 2025, Real CEO Tamir Poleg shares his thoughts on artificial intelligence, sustainable growth and why Zillow and Compass should end their feud “sooner than later.” Continue reading

More MLSs are moving to provide non-Realtors with access

“Maybe it’s time.” In the wake of a recent change by the National Association of Realtors, more multiple listing services may explore ways to provide access to non-Realtors. Continue reading

The right calendar is an easy button for your listing process

Stop scrambling to keep up with deadlines and transaction management. America Foy helps you create a calendar plan that keeps you on track with the help of ChatGPT. Continue reading

The IDX lie agents still believe: 5 common misconceptions about real estate websites

If you’re stuck wondering why your real estate website hasn’t changed your business, Josh Ries writes, take a hard look at how you’re using it. Continue reading

3 under-the-radar trends from October’s Intel Index survey

For many agents and brokers, the housing market feels stuck in place. Here’s what’s been moving the needle in recent weeks, according to Intel’s monthly survey of real estate professionals. Continue reading

This week was all about NAR: Inman’s Top 5 stories

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

Amid MRED feud, Zillow says private listings ‘reinforce segregation’

In what it called “a warning sign for the nation,” Zillow said its researchers found that homes for sale in MRED’s Private Listing Network are more likely to be in majority-white neighborhoods. Continue reading

The fallout from NAR’s big reversal: 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