Resources

The pursuit of home: What we’re really celebrating this 4th of July

Jul 4, 2025

As we celebrate Independence Day, Troy Palmquist looks at where the dream of homeownership went off the rails and how the real estate industry helps — and hurts — homebuyers.

Mortgage rate drop unlikely after steady June jobs report

Jul 3, 2025

The report beat analyst expectations by 37,000 jobs, curtailing hopes of a short-term rate cut in July. Several economists say mortgage rates will likely stay elevated and keep homebuyers on the sidelines.

Mortgage rate drop unlikely after strong June jobs report

Jul 3, 2025

The report beat analyst expectations by 37,000 jobs, curtailing hopes of a short-term rate cut in September. Several economists say mortgage rates will likely stay elevated and keep homebuyers on the sidelines.

Structuring high value joint ventures for real estate brokerages

Jul 3, 2025

Many real estate brokerages have used joint ventures successfully to enter mortgage, title, insurance or property management verticals, Phillip Cantrell writes, increasing profitability and client retention.

Ditch the senseless hustle: How to create a business and life you love

Jul 3, 2025

Success isn’t about hustle; it’s about harmony. Debra Trappen writes that you don't have to sacrifice your peace to have a successful business.

Broker Spotlight: Erwin Nicholas II, Mr. Real Estate

Jul 3, 2025

Find out how this global ambassador for Houston real estate goes beyond selling to solve his high-net-worth clients' real estate challenges.

7 hacks to neutralize team tension before it derails performance

Jul 3, 2025

If you’re serious about protecting your team’s performance, Chris Pollinger writes, then stop hoping for harmony and start engineering it.

Tool Kit: Rebuilding the real estate dream team

Jul 3, 2025

Regroup and rebuild a real estate team that's gone off the rails with content and advice from trainer Rachael Hite.

Huddle Up: How The Heyday Group is redefining team culture in Austin

Jul 3, 2025

Melanie Klein shares how Austin's Heyday Group is redefining team culture and leading with heart and harmony while building trust and brand momentum.

Brian Buffini: ‘Apathy’ is the greatest threat to real estate

Jul 3, 2025

The Buffini & Company founder talks about technology, apathy and what it takes to break out of a rut ahead of his appearance at Inman Connect San Diego

With an eye on future lawsuits, Compass formally repudiates CCP in letter to NAR and MLSs

Jul 2, 2025

CEO Robert Reffkin said the real estate brokerage doesn't consider 'any national NAR MLS rule impacting clients as binding,' but will continue to train agents to comply with local MLS rules

Inventory has doubled in nearly half of the US’s largest markets

Jul 2, 2025

Robust new construction activity and subdued homebuyer demand has led to an inventory boom in 22 of the 50 largest markets, with metros in the South and on the West Coast seeing active inventory double compared to 2019.