This inventory data tells us what to expect in 2025: Economist

This week, Windermere Real Estate Principal Economist Jeff Tucker shares how inventory serves as a leading indicator for the 2025 market. Continue reading

Stop the presses! NAR ceases printing its flagship magazine

As it seeks to slash costs to pay a $418 million lawsuit settlement, the National Association of Realtors announced on Tuesday it would stop printing “Realtor” magazine and move to a digital-only format. Continue reading

Reffkin knocks NAR, says rules ‘prop up’ inexperienced agents

The Compass CEO said that NAR’s rules have held back top agents and brokerages. But Robert Reffkin also believes that as those rules end, big brokerages like his will pull further ahead. Continue reading

RealReports launches listing lead capture capability

RealReports’ core competency is in producing extensive, data-rich property and community reports for use in a variety of real estate business applications, from listing presentations to investment strategies. Continue reading

Housing starts decline in January as homebuilder uncertainty rises

Multifamily housing starts fell 9.8 percent, reaching a seasonally adjusted rate of 1,366,000, while single-family housing starts fell 8.4 percent month over month, according to data released Wednesday. Continue reading

4 long-term benefits of ethical real estate leadership

Proven systems and trustworthy leadership make all the difference in building a brokerage to be proud of, The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin writes. Continue reading

Black History Month, DEI and the roots of representation

Dr. Lee Davenport offers lessons from the life and career of Sen. Edward Brooke, who helped codify fair housing at the federal level. Continue reading

6 signs you need to dial it back to part time

Forget what others say, Jonathan Pressman writes. Only you can determine whether or not it’s time for you to downshift your real estate career and work as a part-time or dual-career agent. Continue reading

4 smart financial moves for new real estate agents

From planning for April 15 to planning for the future, coach Verl Workman offers strategies to help you stay on track with your financial prep. Continue reading

Constellation Software launches new data services business

Constellation Data Labs will provide active property listings and public records to a broader range of industries including mortgage lenders, asset managers and insurers. Continue reading