The secret ‘gray market’ of inventory (and how to tap into it)

What if “not for sale” didn’t mean “not interested”? Unlisted CEO, Katie Hill, unpacks her startup that’s turning heads by unlocking the hidden inventory between “just browsing” and “for sale.” Continue reading

One CEO on what will help agents grab more market share in 2026

Despite an underwhelming 2025, Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler is excited about the year ahead, saying that agents who master business basics and lean into niches will succeed. Continue reading

Smart strategies in a higher-rate market: How buyers can still win

Don’t leave buyers high and dry amid higher interest rates, coach Verl Workman writes. Develop financial and negotiation strategies to tap into the market, and help clients win. Continue reading

Why your YouTube channel flopped (and 5 ways to revive it in 2026)

Transform your YouTube presence into a high-yield business asset by pivoting to search-based content and mastering the “TV-first” viewing habits of the modern homebuyer, broker and new Inman contributor Zac Kennedy writes. Continue reading

The portal-war endgames that real estate agents actually want: Intel

There’s broad dissatisfaction with Zillow’s primacy in the listing space, according to the latest Intel Index survey of real estate professionals. Here’s what they say they want to see instead. Continue reading

The Compass-Anywhere deal is done. This Coldwell Banker agent has lingering questions

As the merger closes quickly, Cara Ameer offers questions that still haven’t been answered and insights on the future possibilities. Continue reading

As home maintenance costs rise, agents turn to tools that reduce buyer risk

As U.S. homes continue to age, home repair and maintenance costs are rising faster than many buyers expect. A home warranty can help. Continue reading

How agents can use AI to prep 30 days of content in 1 hour

Rick Guerrero talks with AI strategist Carrie Soave, who shares a step-by-step social media plan that allows you to batch content and roll it out on your schedule. Continue reading

The deal is done: Compass and Anywhere have officially merged

Less than four months after Compass and Anywhere — two of the biggest companies in real estate — announced a planned merger, the firms closed the $1.6 billion deal on Friday after receiving a majority of shareholder approval. Continue reading

Referrals you never see coming: The lesson every agent needs

You’re never speaking to just one person. You’re speaking to their entire unseen network, Jeff Sibel writes. Real estate rewards long-term relationships more than short-term commissions. Continue reading