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Zillow, Redfin lean into arguments against ‘meritless’ FTC suit

Feb 18, 2026

The two portals filed a reply to their motion to dismiss late last week further arguing that claims against them are "meritless." A hearing on their motion to dismiss is scheduled for Feb. 25.

Private listings, fiduciary risk: A warning from Side’s founders

Feb 18, 2026

From fiduciary duty concerns to fair housing implications, Guy Gal and Hilary Saunders break down what private listings mean for sellers, agents and the future of brokerage.

Multitasking is costing you money. These 4 pillars earn it back

Feb 18, 2026

Coach Verl Workman shares why multitasking your financial goals is bad for your bottom line and how you can get back on track.

The downturn punished proptech, but this exec says it’s coming back

Feb 18, 2026

Artificial intelligence, profitability, construction — Second Century Ventures’ Ashley Stinton tells Inman where proptech investors are putting their money as the sector comes back to life.

Why ‘old school’ still rules at winning listings in 2026

Feb 18, 2026

While everyone else competes online, the agents who win listings will be the ones who go old school, pick up the phone and show up in person, new contributor John Angelopoulos writes. 

Mortgage group: Affordability woes could end the American Dream

Feb 17, 2026

The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) is ringing the alarm with its latest white paper, saying affordability is stopping Americans from achieving life milestones like homeownership and starting families.

‘Me’ leaders vs. ‘we’ leaders: Defining culture, growth and legacy

Feb 17, 2026

Today’s real estate agents are not just choosing a brokerage, broker-owner Lori Muller writes. They’re choosing a collaborative community where they can thrive.

The heyday of the cash homebuyer seems to be over (at least for now)

Feb 17, 2026

As mortgage rates remain lower and buyers continue to have the upper hand in most markets across the U.S., many are opting out of paying for homes in cash.

Homes.com moves toward filterless search with AI assistant

Feb 17, 2026

CoStar debuted Homes AI on Tuesday, its home search assistant that guides homebuyers through Homes.com listings and proprietary market data with natural language. The tool will be added to other CoStar-owned sites later.

Putting your commission check to work for you: A step-by-step guide

Feb 17, 2026

Whether it's your first commission or your hundredth, Certified Financial Planner Amanda Neely writes, implementing a simple allocation system can transform financial stress into financial confidence.

How broker-developer collabs build (or break) a project

Feb 17, 2026

In today’s market, collaboration isn’t a luxury. It's leverage. Luxury strategist Peggy Olin teaches you how to co-create opportunities with developers in your market.

Opendoor pushes AI pivot amid stock volatility

Feb 17, 2026

Opendoor’s CEO shakeup and AI pivot signal a push toward software-driven homebuying, as the iBuyer navigates investor scrutiny.