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Washington state drew the line on private listings. Others should follow: Windermere exec
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:02:34
Washington’s leadership should not be seen as an exception, Windermere's OB Jacobi writes. It should be a blueprint. read more»

Washington governor signs new public marketing bill into law
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:58:46
The bill adds a new section to the state's real estate brokerage law requiring broad public marketing of real estate listings. read more»

How this marketing strategist made herself more searchable
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:45:00
Check out these no-nonsense tips from Christine George to help yourself and your real estate business stand out as the online landscape grows more crowded and complex. read more»

Lennar profits fall 56% as affordability pressures hit new home sales
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:52:43
Lennar earnings highlight ongoing housing market strain as profits plunge 56 percent amid high mortgage rates and softer home prices. read more»

Leadership lessons from Howard Hanna on culture and transparency
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:38:59
Darryl Davis talks to Howard Hanna CEO Hoby Hanna, who offers a leadership case study on maintaining a unique brokerage culture while navigating unprecedented industry change. read more»

5 burning questions about eminent domain ANSWERED
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:36:23
There are many moving parts involved in an eminent domain fight. Broker Annette DeCicco helps you arm yourself and your clients with information when it's time to help. read more»

Going East: Real estate’s biggest new hires and moves
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:34:34
Agents and teams from Brown Harris Stevens, Corcoran Real Estate and other industry brands made moves last week. read more»

Trump targets ‘burdens that have driven up mortgage costs’
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:56:13
NAR said the order "highlights the importance of reviewing regulatory barriers." The order comes as Trump increasingly focuses on housing. read more»

Cruises, gambling, beauty services: Florida property managers arrested for grand theft
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:46:07
Tim and Miranda Ard stand accused of using client funds to fuel a luxury lifestyle of travel, gambling, dining and entertainment. read more»

Inside Compass’ tech migration, fast-tracking of Private Exclusives
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 9:00:49
New Intel surveys shed light on how the brokerage giant is balancing a "no mandate" pledge with business pressure to onboard agents quickly. read more»

Why brokerage marketing needs systems
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 9:00:40
What actually drives returns? Systems that keep marketing consistent, compliant and relevant. read more»

Spring homebuying is in limbo as the Iranian conflict evolves
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 8:45:14
Three economists explain the Iranian conflict's potential impacts on the housing market this spring, from fuel costs to mortgage rates. read more»

Reports of agent doom have been greatly exaggerated: The Download
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 8:30:23
While it seems that Big Tech is always taking aim at real estate professionals, their boots-on-the-ground usefulness makes them indispensable. read more»

The daily habit that took this agent from 8 to 82 deals in one year
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 8:00:02
In this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, Lisa Chinatti breaks down how she went from selling eight homes annually to 82 in a single year as a solo agent. read more»

Let ‘The Broke Agent’ save you from boring real estate content
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 8:00:43
Build familiarity, and stay top of mind with real estate content that captures the authentic moments that happen with clients every day, Jimmy Burgess writes. read more»

AI, TikTok search and screen-free tech reveal a growing disconnect 
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:31:50
From declining engagement to the rise of screen-free tech, new signals suggest a growing disconnect that marketers should pay attention to. read more»

Real previews new artificial intelligence assistant for agents
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 20:48:05
The new product is called HeyLeo and shows how a phone-based tool could help agents generate new business. read more»

Redfin says private listings, coming soons could boost inventory
Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:09:52
According to a new report by Redfin's economists, markets that allow for pre-marketing strategies could see a 6 percent to 12 percent bump in listings each year. read more»