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Buyers turn to the resale market as builders abandon price cuts
Rising existing-home inventory is thwarting homebuilders, who are now slowing permits and starts — and backing off from hefty incentives.
Affordable housing is a polycrisis: Here are 5 things to know in 2026
If real estate and housing are your passion and your career, Rachael Hite writes, you should be among the foremost advocates to help all Americans find their way home.
@properties Christie’s launches homeseller renovation program
Through the program, qualified homeowners will be able to borrow up to $50,000 or 5 percent of their home's list price to make pre-sale improvements.
Zillow, Redfin lean into arguments against ‘meritless’ FTC suit
The two portals filed a reply to their motion to dismiss late last week further arguing that claims against them are "meritless." A hearing on their motion to dismiss is scheduled for Feb. 25.
Good news, bad news in this month’s numbers: Jeff Tucker
In this exclusive series on Inman, Windermere’s Principal Economist Jeff Tucker looks at jobs, interest rates and more numbers to know right now.
The Robert Duvall School of Real Estate: Why the best agents never stop studying the role
Robert Duvall didn’t need to announce his talent. It was evident in every subtle choice he made. Coach Darryl Davis shows you how to put Duvall's style to work in your business.
The downturn punished proptech, but this exec says it’s coming back
Artificial intelligence, profitability, construction — Second Century Ventures’ Ashley Stinton tells Inman where proptech investors are putting their money as the sector comes back to life.
Multitasking is costing you money. These 4 pillars earn it back
Coach Verl Workman shares why multitasking your financial goals is bad for your bottom line and how you can get back on track.
Private listings, fiduciary risk: A warning from Side’s founders
From fiduciary duty concerns to fair housing implications, Guy Gal and Hilary Saunders break down what private listings mean for sellers, agents and the future of brokerage.
Why ‘old school’ still rules at winning listings in 2026
While everyone else competes online, the agents who win listings will be the ones who go old school, pick up the phone and show up in person, new contributor John Angelopoulos writes.
Why smart AI adoption is the new competitive advantage for agents
The AI advantage will belong to those who use it more intentionally, more consistently and more intelligently than everyone else, Mauricio Umansky writes.
How AI may be driving interest rates higher: Redfin economist
Lenders are pouring money into AI, Redfin's Daryl Fairweather said. As a result, there's less capital leftover for loans on everyday items.
Mortgage group: Affordability woes could end the American Dream
The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) is ringing the alarm with its latest white paper, saying affordability is stopping Americans from achieving life milestones like homeownership and starting families.
‘Me’ leaders vs. ‘we’ leaders: Defining culture, growth and legacy
Today’s real estate agents are not just choosing a brokerage, broker-owner Lori Muller writes. They’re choosing a collaborative community where they can thrive.
Homes.com moves toward filterless search with AI assistant
CoStar debuted Homes AI on Tuesday, its home search assistant that guides homebuyers through Homes.com listings and proprietary market data with natural language. The tool will be added to other CoStar-owned sites later.
The heyday of the cash homebuyer seems to be over (at least for now)
As mortgage rates remain lower and buyers continue to have the upper hand in most markets across the U.S., many are opting out of paying for homes in cash.
Opendoor pushes AI pivot amid stock volatility
Opendoor’s CEO shakeup and AI pivot signal a push toward software-driven homebuying, as the iBuyer navigates investor scrutiny.
How broker-developer collabs build (or break) a project
In today’s market, collaboration isn’t a luxury. It's leverage. Luxury strategist Peggy Olin teaches you how to co-create opportunities with developers in your market.