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Howard Hanna launches private listing network ‘HannaList’

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HannaList will roll out in April and enable listing agents and their clients to share properties with Howard Hanna buyer agents and their clients before wider distribution. Continue reading →

Portland tries a new affordable housing fix: paying homeowners to rent spare rooms

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Portland is paying homeowners to rent spare bedrooms through a new pilot with PadSplit, aiming to expand affordable housing without new construction. Continue reading →

The internet says agents are doomed (again). Here’s what’s actually happening

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A debate on X claims AI and platforms like Opendoor could replace real estate agents. Industry leaders say the reality is far more complicated. Continue reading →

Reffkin finally crafts a national MLS idea that his critics might support

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Agents and leaders have long been skeptical of Compass’ bid to disrupt local MLSs. But the latest proposal might have legs, according to an Intel Index survey. Continue reading →

Proptech investment hits $1B in February as investors place bigger, more selective bets

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Proptech funding topped $1 billion in February as venture capital shifted toward fewer, larger bets, even as early-stage startups continued attracting investment. Continue reading →

A 4.99% mortgage? This company says they’ll offer it soon

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A week after announcing a new in-house mortgage product, Opendoor has another move up its sleeve — 4.99 percent mortgages. The company’s CEO said the offering has “obvious scale advantages.” Continue reading →

AI politics reach housing finance as Fannie, Freddie drop Anthropic

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The FHFA ordered Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to sever ties with Anthropic, signaling how politics and regulation may shape AI adoption in housing finance. Continue reading →

AI comes into focus at Inman Connect New York 2026

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Once again, the industry gathered in New York City, and AI was all the buzz. Here are just a few of the hottest takes. Continue reading →

Catch up with Compass, Keller and the commission question

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While CEOs trade barbs, real estate agents are focused on how to take home more in commissions this year than last year. Continue reading →

Most agents won’t be replaced by AI. They’ll be replaced by honesty

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Competence and transparency are being rewarded in today’s real estate market, and the agents who exhibit those traits will flourish in the face of AI, CEO Blake O’Shaughnessy writes. Continue reading →