Real Talk: Why the silver tsunami might crash before it crests

The recent One Big Beautiful Bill Act boasts many proposed boons for real estate, but not for silver homeowners, Rachael Hite writes. Informed agents see the big picture, and it’s not so beautiful for older adults. Continue reading

Mega association emerges in Texas in the aftermath of major merger

Association members have voted to approve a merger between the MetroTex Association of Realtors and Collin County Area Realtors, making the combined association a force of nearly 40,000 members. Continue reading

NAR notches a legal win after judge tosses ‘3-way agreement’ lawsuit

The judgment is good news for NAR, which is facing legal challenges in various states across the country over similar allegations that take issue with the three-way agreement. Continue reading

Higher rates aren’t stopping homebuyers from bargain hunting

Purchase loan requests are up 3 percent from a week ago and 22 percent from last year even as mortgage rates climb to highest level in four weeks, Mortgage Bankers Association survey shows. Continue reading

Inventory’s up, but buyers aren’t biting as June sales slide again

Existing-home sales declined by 2.7 percent from May 2025 but held steady compared to one year ago. Mortgage rates and high home prices continue to dissuade potential buyers. Continue reading

What’s happening with home prices in your market? Pulse

Sellers want their price, and buyers believe they deserve a break. So what’s happening with home prices in your market, and how are you setting expectations with clients? Continue reading

Take the Inman Intel Index survey for July

Each month, hundreds of real estate agents, brokers, executives and investors report on what they’re seeing in their corner of the industry. Add your insights. Take the survey. Continue reading

Are commissions still falling? What Intel’s watching in weeks ahead

Upcoming financial filings may offer more clues about the longer-term trajectory for commissions under the settlement environment. Here’s where things stand today. Continue reading

‘Uber depressed’ home sales prompt stark ‘red flare’ warning from economist

Elevated mortgage rates, weakening home price growth and uncertainty from Trump’s tariff policy are setting the housing market on a dangerous path, Moody’s Mark Zandi said, with homebuyers and homebuilder hitting rock bottom. Continue reading

Finding Financial Freedom: Karen Roy’s 2nd act blueprint

Coach Melanie Klein profiles Karen Roy, who found mentorship, ongoing training and a strong brand when she joined a real estate team. Continue reading