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New-home sales spiked in August to highest rate since 2022

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The 20.5 percent increase was unexpected and reversed a trend of lower new-home sales thus far in 2025.  Continue reading →

Experts see Anywhere acquisition as bid to remake real estate in Compass’ image

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In acquiring Anywhere, Compass would absorb a smattering of business models and a load of debt. But it might gain something its CEO has long sought, observers say: more sway over industry affairs. Continue reading →

5 creative strategies to overcome seller staging objections

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Bernice Ross shares strategies for showing sellers that real estate staging can add value and save time between listing and going under contract. Continue reading →

A security expert’s top 10 tips for keeping real estate agents safe

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As Realtor Safety Month approaches its end, Robert Siciliano offers a reminder that agent safety requires vigilance and planning. Continue reading →

Is NAR the big loser in the Compass and Anywhere deal?

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Compass has long had a contentious relationship with the National Association of Realtors. Real estate veterans speculated Monday that NAR could thus suffer as Compass grows. Continue reading →

Robert Reffkin, mortgage moves, Serhant family: Inman’s Top 5

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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 →

Bess Freedman on the market, private listings and 2026

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The New York City-headquartered firm has long thought of itself as a steady tortoise, CEO Bess Freedman told Inman recently, and during uncertain markets, that’s something that attracts real estate agents. Continue reading →

Compass calling foul on MLS rules is hypocrisy

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The National Association of Realtors and MLSs need to be repaired, not replaced, independent broker-owner Courtney Poulos writes. Continue reading →

Artificial intelligence is taking the real estate world by storm

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Agents are starting to incorporate artificial intelligence into their technology suites, according to a new survey from the National Association of Realtors. Continue reading →

5 biggest listing agent mistakes (and how to avoid them)

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When you avoid these listing mistakes and properly market properties, coach Darryl Davis writes, you create new branding and referral opportunities. Continue reading →