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Experts agree a rosier market is coming in 2026. But specifics vary
More sales, stubborn rates, home price growth. Here's where five major groups landed on the housing market in 2026.
The top 10 moments that rocked the portal world in 2025
Mergers and acquisitions, antitrust lawsuits, listing bans and the potential entry of a new portal competitor ruled 2025. Here's a look back at the top moments.
More AI? A big recovery? Real estate heavyweights predict 2026
Leaders including eXp's Leo Pareja, REMAX's Erik Carlson and top-selling agent Ben Caballero envision more tech, more change and perhaps a mixed recovery next year.
He’s been at the MBA and Fannie Mae. Here’s who he thinks has the better 2026 mortgage forecast
Economist Doug Duncan weighs in on the challenges facing economic forecasters today, cutbacks in economic reports produced by Fannie and Freddie, Fed independence, and more.
26 New Year’s resolutions to repair your real estate business in 2026
2025 nearly broke the industry. Contributor Rachael Hite has 26 recommendations to clear your slate and repair what's broken. (Some agents will absolutely hate No. 15.)
Stop treating your goals like January window dressing
Blend vision boards with business plans to develop the accountability system you really need as you move into the new year, Lori Muller writes.
Lighten up: How this agent leans into the joy of real estate
Learn how Barbato's previous professional experience as an architect informs the scope of his real estate career and how he learned to lead with joy.
Redfin CEO: These 10 shifts defined real estate in 2025
2025 was another landmark year in real estate. Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman breaks down the 10 trends that mattered most.
These are the stories you couldn’t get enough of in 2025
From crimes and misdemeanors to mergers and acquisitions, clients weren’t the only ones making major moves this year. Here are the most-read Download column topics of 2025, updated for EOY.
Design trends and tips to help your listing fly off the market in 2026
Restraint, a focus on nature and the outdoors, and good staging will help luxury agents and their clients close the deal in 2026.
A year in real estate marked by power grabs and a wave of change
As the industry transitioned into a new era, big-player power moves, shifting rates, reform at the National Association of Realtors, technology advancements and more made 2025 another consequential year for real estate.
High-stakes staging: Secrets for turning ultra-luxury mansions into livable homes
New Inman contributor Julian Buckner of Vesta Home talks staging, scaling and the complexity of styling a 22,000-square-foot Bel-Air property.
Keep your database organized, and prioritize consistent contact
Learn how team leader Michael J. Franco stays top of mind with his network, and get a glimpse into his most memorable listing.
The top 10 how-tos of 2025, according to our readers
Looking back at 2025, these are the how-tos that shaped the year. Revisit the strategies that worked — and make sure you’re not playing catch-up in the new year.
9 ways to become a real estate market expert in 2026
Your future clients are already looking for the agent who can make this complicated market simple, so become that agent, coach Darryl Davis writes.
Reputation is the only currency that matters in real estate
Find out how "agent's agent" Mike Fabbri works and why he loves the HBO-worthy levels of drama that a real estate career provides.
Take a look back at the top 5 real estate news stories of 2025
Compass, Zillow and the National Association of Realtors all dominated headlines in 2025 thanks to big M&A deals, battles over private listings and more.
Luxury real estate 2026 outlook: A new era of precision, global mobility and intelligent growth
After a year of volatility, luxury real estate has emerged more disciplined, global and data-driven. Here’s why 2026 marks a turning point for elite markets, ultra-wealthy buyers and agents who operate without borders.