These inventory-strapped housing markets just can’t catch a break

It’s not just the biggest inventory gainers that have seen their stream of for-sale homes slow. Some of America’s most listing-starved metros are once again losing ground. Dive deeper with Inman Market View’s interactive maps and charts. Continue reading

Buyer, seller demand drives agent optimism to highest level in years

It has been a rough few years amid a steep transaction downturn. But real estate agents surveyed by Inman Intel are increasingly reporting genuine interest from homebuyers and sellers throughout their client pipelines ahead of a pivotal spring season. Continue reading

Alexander twins face new charge ahead of federal trial

Former luxury broker Oren Alexander and his ex-security executive twin brother, Alon Alexander, have been charged with a new count of sexual abuse by physical incapacitation in advance of their sex trafficking trial scheduled for Jan. 26. Continue reading

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

Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman is stepping down from the company

After 20 years as CEO of one of the largest companies in real estate, Kelman says he now plans to find a role outside of the industry. Continue reading

A $3K commission saved me: Here’s why niche marketing wins

While 70 percent of Realtors compete for the same residential listings, you could be the only agent in your market who truly understands the emotional complexities of the niche you serve, America Foy writes. Continue reading

CoStar plans to slash spending on Homes.com through 2030

After investing heavily to create a fourth competing major real estate search portal, CoStar said Wednesday that it would cut spending on Homes.com by 35 percent this year. Continue reading

ERA chief on 2026: Will agents ‘lose their cognitive ability’ to AI?

ERA Brand President Alex Vidal talks negotiations, relationships and how leaders can ensure their agents maintain a high emotional IQ amid the rise of artificial intelligence. Continue reading

3 January mindset shifts that will help you start the year strong

Step into the new year with clarity, confidence and a positive mindset, Amy Corr writes, and get ready to make 2026 your best year yet. Continue reading

What Starbucks and Domino’s can teach you about ‘impossible’ goals

If “same-old, same-old” isn’t getting the results you want, maybe it’s time to think bigger and set some impossible goals for yourself, Greg Hague writes. Continue reading