NAR CEO Nykia Wright: ‘We’re trying to outrun irrelevance’

At Blueprint Vegas, NAR CEO Nykia Wright said she is currently working hard to regain the trust of both Realtors and consumers. Continue reading

How scammers push your pressure points to steal your clients’ cash

Applying smart security protocols throughout every transaction is an essential part of your role as a real estate agent, new Inman contributor Samantha Simpson writes. Continue reading

Robert Reffkin: This is real estate’s college sports moment

Just like the NCAA took advantage of athletes, Compass CEO Reffkin writes, Zillow, NAR and MLSs are just “monopolies that profit from work they don’t create.” Continue reading

How safe are real estate agents really? The Download

From cybersecurity attacks to face-to-face threats, here’s a roundup of recent stories on agent and brokerage safety and security. Continue reading

Las Vegas Realtors removes incoming board member following inflammatory Charlie Kirk posts

Mark Sivek was due to become a member of the association’s Board of Directors in 2026, but was removed from all appointed positions after posting derogatory remarks on social media about late conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Continue reading

Zillow’s images, Compass’ new lawyer, low-cost listings: 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

How single women are reshaping today’s real estate conversation

From navigating life transitions to investing for long-term wealth, single women are taking the lead in real estate markets, luxury agent Lauren Endsley writes. Here’s how to serve them more effectively. Continue reading

Compass hires former NAR lead attorney as it doubles down on legal battles

Ethan Glass served as lead outside counsel for the National Association of Realtors throughout the trial in the homeseller commission lawsuit known as Sitzer | Burnett. Continue reading

Here are the markets where homebuyers have the upper hand

Realtor.com’s August market report revealed the emergence of a balanced market, with pockets of dominance for buyers in the Southeast and West. However, economic headwinds are suppressing sales, with contract signings and delistings rising annually dur… Continue reading