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8 reasons you should never recommend a 50-year mortgage

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A 50-year mortgage may look tempting to a cash-strapped homebuyer, trainer Bernice Ross writes, but the cons far outweigh the easier up-front and monthly payments. Continue reading →

Why independent brokerages matter more than ever amid real estate consolidation

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Windermere’s OB Jacobi writes that it’s more important than ever to preserve independence and keep the industry vibrant, diverse and focused on the things that matter most. Continue reading →

Stop freaking out about 50-year mortgages. They might save the housing market

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A 50-year mortgage is not a financial trap, broker Holly Brink writes. It’s a tool that’s designed to give homebuyers more ways to win in today’s market. Continue reading →

Real estate has become lawsuit-happy, and it’s killing our credibility

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Real estate leaders can either keep fighting for control or start working to lift each other, and the industry, higher, Josh Ries writes. Continue reading →

Why ‘leadership’ shouldn’t be a dirty word in real estate

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Leadership is not something you do once you get the title, Lori Muller writes. It’s something you do every single day in every environment you’re in. Continue reading →

Why commissions have risen since the 2024 NAR settlement

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Many expected commissions to fall after the 2024 NAR commission settlement, but data shows that average rates have actually ticked up slightly. Why?⁣ Continue reading →

NAR membership must be a choice — for agents, brokers, consumers

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The trade group’s control over membership, access and pricing exacerbates risk for members and the clients they serve each day. Continue reading →

Why the NAR settlement has become a blessing, not a curse

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By removing the automatic assumption of buyer’s agent fees, we’re putting the focus back where it belongs, Darryl Davis writes, on fiduciary duty, negotiation and service. Continue reading →

How 1 agent is fighting for fair housing in Big Sky Country

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In Montana, where rugged independence meets deep community roots, Realtor Karen Berg-DiGangi is redefining what it means to fight for fair housing. Continue reading →

Robert Reffkin: My commitments to Anywhere’s brands

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In an Inman Exclusive, Robert Reffkin answers frequently asked questions about the Compass acquisition of Anywhere and how it will impact agents. Continue reading →