Real Estate News

Real estate has an AI problem. This startup thinks it knows why
Fri, 01 May 2026 18:38:06
AI adoption in real estate is rising, but many agents — especially women — are being left behind as complex tools limit real-world impact. read more»

Real-REMAX deal, Compass empire, MRED expansion: Top 5
Fri, 01 May 2026 16:15:05
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. read more»

What happens if the Real-REMAX deal doesn’t go through?
Fri, 01 May 2026 16:06:47
The deal, which execs said is expected to close in the second half of 2026, still requires approval from shareholders and regulators. read more»

The shiny penny concept
Fri, 01 May 2026 15:31:23
Darryl Davis shares a strategy for shifting from working with individual buyers to representing standout properties with exceptional value. read more»

Montana agent jailed for using real estate license to access land and poach trophy mule deer
Fri, 01 May 2026 14:35:38
Hyatt Voy has been sentenced for killing the deer during an unauthorized visit to the ranch property of a listing lead. read more»

The markets that have shifted most in homebuyers’ favor, ranked
Fri, 01 May 2026 14:04:32
See which cities have swung the most toward homebuyers since 2022 — and which have quietly become tougher for them. read more»

Compass International Holdings appoints Tanya Reu-Narvaez as Chief People Officer
Fri, 01 May 2026 13:46:44
Tanya Reu-Narvaez will lead CIH's People Enablement Team, which focuses on recruitment, retention, professional development and culture. read more»

Century 21 CEO: ‘I think you’re going to see more consolidation’
Fri, 01 May 2026 8:04:59
Mike Miedler spoke to Inman about the state of the industry and offered three tips for agents facing a tough market. read more»

The Real-REMAX deal: Pros, cons and what it means for agents
Fri, 01 May 2026 8:00:57
Alloy Advisors' Amit Kulkarni crunches the numbers on Real's acquisition of REMAX and outlines the ways they don't make sense. read more»

A second MLS just announced plans to expand nationwide
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:00:25
Realtracs, the MLS serving the Nashville area, became the second MLS in a week to announce that it was expanding beyond its home region. read more»

Luxury listings need multilingual distribution, not just MLS exposure
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:17:05
Optimize your listing for international buyers by making sure the property is packaged and distributed in the languages and channels buyers actually use, Marie Wang and Kevin Mo write. read more»

Agents are making the same mistake with AI that they made with social media
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:10:16
Just like with social media, REDX's Curtis Fenn writes, the agents who use artificial intelligence platforms with intention and a plan will flourish in the years ahead. read more»

How agent-investors turn rent collection into tenant retention
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:02:07
Rent collection is about more than ongoing operations. When it's done correctly, it helps you keep your best tenants. read more»

Compass economist on this year’s housing market: ‘Overall it’s been a little disappointing’
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:48:14
Don’t hold your breath for a "Goldilocks effect." These key metrics show the real estate market continues to sputter. read more»

William Raveis partners with Cloze to launch Raveis365+
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:40:41
Raveis365+ uses artificial intelligence to help agents manage customer relationships, lead funnels and marketing tasks. read more»

Search your metro: How senior is your housing market?
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:08:34
Boomers and the Silent Generation own 34 percent of all U.S. housing value, but their grip is tightest in a handful of metros. read more»

Demand rises as mortgage rates retreat from April high: Redfin
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:25:11
Pending home sales posted their biggest annual gain in six weeks and new listings rose for a second consecutive week during the four weeks ending April 26, according to Redfin. read more»

Renter who forged deed to steal $755K home gets prison time in NY
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:35:03
A New York man got 6.5 to 13 years in prison for forging a deed on a $755,000 home. Here's what agents need to know about deed fraud. read more»