Leadership, not location: The future of agent engagement

When agents love your leadership, believe in your support and see tangible impact in their businesses, they show up — not because they’re required to, but because they want to, Lori Muller writes. Continue reading

Pennymac to acquire Cenlar for $257.5M in mega mortgage merger

The deal is expected to close in the second half of this year. It would make Pennymac the second-largest mortgage servicer in the country and one the largest subservicers, the company said. Continue reading

How to build success that lasts? Stay when you feel like quitting

Darryl Davis interviews Harcourt’s Mike Green for his “Real Estate Unscripted” podcast and finds out why real estate success is rarely accidental. Continue reading

Your 1st reality check of 2026: Turning intention into execution

If you’re willing to pause, assess your business honestly and recommit with intention, coach Melanie Klein writes, you’re already doing something most people won’t. Continue reading

California agent fesses up to $9M Ponzi scheme

Since 2018, Matthew Campbell used at least $2.29 million in newly acquired investor funds to pay previous investors and keep up his scheme. Continue reading

This company wants to take virtual property tours outside

Planitar’s new iGUIDE Site Plans extend virtual listings beyond interiors, giving buyers a full exterior view of properties. Continue reading

Here’s how much homebuyer affordability has improved this year

Affordability is improving in 37 out of the 50 most populous metros in the U.S. as mortgage rates come down and household incomes gradually rise. However, in pricey coastal markets, most households still only earn about half of what is necessary to aff… Continue reading

Proptech VCs want faster payback and fewer risks in 2026

January’s proptech funding data points to a market emphasizing scale, capital structure and operational durability over early experimentation. Continue reading

What you need to know about the House’s new affordability bill

The House of Representatives passed the Housing for the 21st Century Act on Monday, which aims to improve affordability through a series of zoning, financing and regulatory overhauls. Continue reading

Is real estate actually a service business? The answer might be costing you listings

Consumers are attracted by great products but retained by great service. Zac Kennedy breaks down how to mentally “click” between being a ruthless product marketer and an empathetic service provider. Continue reading