Resources

What you don’t know about down payment programs could cost your clients $18,000

Apr 13, 2026

In this episode, Rob Chrane, CEO of Down Payment Resource, and Mosi Gatling, New American Funding, break down why buyers are missing an average of $18,000 and how agents are often the reason.

Will global upheaval tank the spring market? The Download

Apr 13, 2026

Find out how the war in Iran, fuel shortages and other international uncertainty will affect the spring real estate market.

The 3-step framework that helps agents break out of a slump

Apr 12, 2026

The actions that will help you break through a plateau align with a framework that has stood the test of time: ask, seek, knock, Jimmy Burgess writes.

Are we using AI to build our business — or replace it?

Apr 11, 2026

What do we believe the role of a real estate professional truly is, Lori Muller asks, and what happens if we start replacing that role with something that was never designed to fulfill it?

March CPI jumps 0.9% as gas prices surge on Iran conflict

Apr 10, 2026

The Consumer Price Index rose 0.9 percent in March, its largest monthly gain since June 2022, as a 21.2 percent surge in gasoline prices — the biggest single-month increase in the index's history — accounted for nearly three-quarters of the monthly increase, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.

NAR reaches $52.25M settlement in buy-side commission case

Apr 10, 2026

The organization announced on Friday that it had reached a broad agreement to protect members and MLSs from buyer-led cases. No new practice changes will be required.

The hottest and coldest housing markets of 2026, ranked

Apr 10, 2026

New data ranks the hottest and coolest housing markets in 2026, highlighting a shift toward supply-constrained cities and cooling Sun Belt metros.

New home team: Real estate’s biggest new hires and moves

Apr 10, 2026

Century 21, Compass, Douglas Elliman and other real estate industry brands made moves during the past week.

NWMLS vs. Compass, NAR’s outlook, Umansky’s advice: Top 5

Apr 10, 2026

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers.

Building a business that runs smarter (not harder): Streaming

Apr 10, 2026

Learn to use advances in artificial intelligence to streamline and supercharge every element of your business operations.

Record share of February homesellers cut list prices

Apr 10, 2026

More than one-third of February homesellers cut their list price last month, reaching a record high for the month as buyers gained leverage in a market shaped by high mortgage rates, elevated prices and economic uncertainty, according to a Redfin analysis.

How to stockpile pre-listings in a market that feels unpredictable

Apr 10, 2026

Having real conversations and really listening is your best shot at being there when life changes force a sale and relocation, Chris Drayer writes.