March CPI jumps 0.9% as gas prices surge on Iran conflict

The Consumer Price Index rose 0.9 percent in March, its largest monthly gain since June 2022, as a 21.2 percent surge in gasoline prices — the biggest single-month increase in the index’s history — accounted for nearly three-quarters of the monthly inc… Continue reading

NAR reaches $52.25M settlement in buy-side commission case

The organization announced on Friday that it had reached a broad agreement to protect members and MLSs from buyer-led cases. No new practice changes will be required. Continue reading

New home team: Real estate’s biggest new hires and moves

Century 21, Compass, Douglas Elliman and other real estate industry brands made moves during the past week. Continue reading

The hottest and coldest housing markets of 2026, ranked

New data ranks the hottest and coolest housing markets in 2026, highlighting a shift toward supply-constrained cities and cooling Sun Belt metros. Continue reading

Record share of February homesellers cut list prices

More than one-third of February homesellers cut their list price last month, reaching a record high for the month as buyers gained leverage in a market shaped by high mortgage rates, elevated prices and economic uncertainty, according to a Redfin analy… Continue reading

From Warped Tour to home tours: Meet the musicians who found their second stage in real estate

For many touring musicians, the transition into a second career in real estate isn’t as surprising as it sounds. Continue reading

How to stockpile pre-listings in a market that feels unpredictable

Having real conversations and really listening is your best shot at being there when life changes force a sale and relocation, Chris Drayer writes. Continue reading

Forget scripts. Authenticity drives real estate marketing results

Expert Meriam Mellal says that as trust becomes harder to earn, authenticity becomes agents’ most valuable marketing asset. Continue reading

My move-up moment: Raising your hand to lead

Taking on the challenges of leadership makes you a real estate professional instead of a real estate participant, Sean Shariati writes. Continue reading

After years of powering real estate, the MLS faces its biggest challenge

Cooperation among brokers in a shared marketplace remains one of the most powerful ideas the real estate industry has developed, broker-owner Dennis Norman writes. Continue reading