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‘Divine’ timing brings $80M Texas broker to eXp Realty

Sep 4, 2025

Cloud-based brokerage eXp Realty is continuing its recruitment run by snatching up one of Northwest Texas's top independent brokerages. After 13 years of running Amy Tapp Realty, broker-owner Amy Tapp is transitioning her 45-person brokerage into an eXp team. Amy Tapp Realty closed more than 350 transactions worth $80 million in 2024, making the group one of the top-producing firms in the Lubbock, Shallowater, Wolfforth, Slaton, and Idalou real estate markets.

DoJ opens criminal investigation into Fed Governor Lisa Cook

Sep 4, 2025

Cook's attorneys say she did not commit mortgage fraud, and is being targeted by the Trump administration to undermine the Federal Reserve's independence.

More than one-quarter of US homes are exposed to severe climate risk

Sep 4, 2025

Today, more than one-quarter of U.S. homes, which represent $12.7 trillion in property value, are vulnerable to at least one type of severe or extreme climate risk, according to a new report released by Realtor.com.

Broker Spotlight: The Agency Costa Rica

Sep 4, 2025

After more than 15 years leading some of the country's biggest luxury sales, find out how the pair has partnered with The Agency "to raise the bar for clients, for agents and for how Costa Rica is represented globally."

Nominations close SOON for Inman’s AI Awards

Sep 4, 2025

The public nomination period for Inman’s AI Awards closes Sept. 19. Until then, all members of the Inman community are invited to nominate AI visionaries for consideration.

How to stop second-guessing yourself and make solid decisions

Sep 4, 2025

As the seasons change, you may be doubting your prior planning, coach Darryl Davis writes, but real estate success comes from making a commitment and sticking to it.

Your succession strategy determines the legacy you’ll leave

Sep 4, 2025

Put together an effective succession strategy to ensure the ongoing health of your real estate business, Jason Waugh writes, with or without you at the helm.

The data-smart way to find your ideal real estate clients

Sep 4, 2025

Instead of chasing static buyer and seller profiles, Steven McCloskey writes, focus on larger market trends, where movers are relocating along predictable pathways.

5 strategies to build your first social media pipeline

Sep 4, 2025

Social media done right can help new agents start conversations, build credibility and turn online visibility into real clients, branding expert Alyssa Stalker writes.

What are the riskiest housing markets in the US? New data provide answers

Sep 4, 2025

Metro areas in the southern and western U.S. dominate the nation’s riskiest markets. That's according to new Attom data on home prices, underwater mortgages, foreclosures and more.

CMAs fall flat — this Spotify-inspired lead gen idea wins listings

Sep 4, 2025

Take a tip from the streaming platform's Wrapped feature, Josh Ries writes, to show the value you've already provided throughout the year.

Homebuyers take a breather as mortgage rates continue to fall

Sep 3, 2025

Purchase loan demand eased last week, but rates are expected to keep falling on a new report showing there are more people unemployed than there are job openings for the first time since the pandemic.