Homes for Sale in Manhattan and the Bronx

This week’s properties are in Beekman, Turtle Bay and Mott Haven.

Homes for Sale in New Jersey and New York

This week’s properties are four-bedroom houses in Monroe and Yonkers.

Is Downsizing Worth It?

In some cities, trading down can save hundreds of thousands of dollars. But in others, it could actually cost you money.

Will the ‘vibecession’ end in 2026? Economist Jeff Tucker thinks so

Windermere's Jeff Tucker explains why 2025 was a "remarkably stable" year and what can be done to improve consumer and agent sentiment going into 2026.

Why agents should participate in a pitch battle in 2026

Connect with founders at pitch battles to learn more about the proptech landscape and get in on the cutting edge of the tech that’s poised to change your business, Troy Palmquist writes.

Dunbar’s Number explains why average agents stay average

Anthropologist Robin Dunbar introduced the idea that humans can maintain stable, meaningful social relationships with only about 150 people. Here's why that's not enough to sustain a real estate business today.

5 qualities every great transaction coordinator must have in 2026

Behind every smooth real estate closing is a transaction coordinator who keeps it all moving, Jessica Souza writes. Here’s what separates the good from the truly great.

UWM bets on mortgage servicing with $1.3B Two Harbors acquisition

The all-stock deal to acquire the parent of RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing would nearly double UWM's servicing portfolio to nearly $400 billion, if it closes as expected in Q2 2026.

This St. Louis suburb is the nation’s most affordable, but with a caveat

Markets across the Midwest and South offer enviable affordability; however, lower housing prices can reflect deeper issues, such as economic disinvestment and discriminatory housing policies.

Freddie Mac taps retired Deloitte consultant Kenny Smith as CEO

Smith's expertise in financial services was cited as an asset as the Trump administration prepares to sell part of its ownership stake in Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae in a public offering.

$685,000 Homes in Michigan, North Carolina and New York

A Queen Anne Revival in Detroit, a Craftsman in Durham and a Cape Cod in Pearl River.

NAR in 2025: staff shakeups, risk reduction and policy moves

In 2025, NAR focused on policies, listening and responding to members’ concerns. Here’s how the organization and its leaders navigated an industry in turmoil.

Meet the minds redesigning real estate’s AI search

On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, RealScout’s Andrew Flachner and Anthony Sosso do a deep dive into the evolution of real estate AI and break down what it means for the future of the industry.

Recruiting advantage: How indies can deliver what agents really want

Agents don’t just want a place to hang their license, coach Verl Workman writes. They want leadership they trust and a story they can be part of.

Why my early social media posts flopped — and what finally worked

Layer in two or three of these elements, and your content will land harder, get shared more and start actual client conversations, Josh Ries writes.

The no-budget phone strategy that attracts serious buyers instantly

Broker and attorney Greg Hague says agents can tap into motivated buyers already in motion before they spend a dollar on marketing.

The Midwest is best? Why buyers flocked to the Heartland in 2025

The most popular market of 2025, according to Zillow's rankings, is solidly Midwestern, reflecting American homeowners' desire for affordability and a relaxed lifestyle.

Watchdog: Agents earn too little. Consumers pay too much

In an Inman op-ed, Stephen Brobeck, senior fellow at the Consumer Policy Center, responds to Cara Ameer's recent critique of the CPC's report on post-settlement changes impacting homebuyers.

Is Your Apartment Nice Enough to List on Kindred, a Home-Swapping App?

Kindred is picky about the houses in the app in part to solve one of the biggest challenges in home swapping: convincing people to let strangers sleep in their bed.

How this agent’s marathon mindset made him one of luxury real estate’s top earners

Santiago Arana realizes that real estate is all about playing the long game. And even if it seems like no clients are transacting, it is important to stay visible and top-of-mind.

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