Trending: Fewer humans, more messages and maybe a Reels app?

Jessi Healey explores the rise of virtual influencers, Meta’s shifting platforms and how real estate pros can keep showing up in a less human — but more connected — digital world.

Who Has to Get Rid of Radon: Me or My HOA?

It likely depends on your governing documents. But the homeowners’ association either has to solve the problem, or let you solve it.

Sell more, stress less, beat burnout: The mindful agent’s edge

You've earned a career that doesn't feel like daily crisis management, coach Aaron Hendon writes. Mindful agents stay poised, purposeful and powerful in every moment.

Cracks in NAR’s control begin to show: The Download

With platforms and portals pushing back against its policies, is the National Association of Realtors losing its grip on the industry?

5 fresh ways real estate pros can earn passive income this spring

The smartest agents aren’t just selling homes anymore, branding and marketing expert Alyssa Stalker writes. They’re building scalable income ecosystems that grow with them.

$18.5M in fines imposed on former Wells Fargo execs prove elusive

Under new leadership, OCC settles actions against two executives tied to 2016 scandal for $150,000 and won't say if it will defend court challenge of $10 million fine in a third case.

Compass sues Northwest MLS, pulling Windermere along for a ride

The suit claims the multiple listing service is a "monopolist" with "no meaningful competitors" and that, as a broker-owned MLS, its Seattle area owners have an interest in limiting competition.

West USA Realty commits to Zillow Group’s listing policy

One of Arizona's largest brokerages, West USA Realty, has committed to following Zillow Group's listing access standard. The firm is the third to formally support the portal's ban on privately marketed listings.

Aivre hires Restb.ai, cuts appraisal time by half

Appraisal software company Aivre has hired computer vision company Restb.ai to help expedite its customer solution. A company case study found the software resulted in 50 percent time savings per appraisal.

Real Estate Brokerages Fight Over How Houses for Sale Should Be Listed

Compass, one of the largest brokerages in the country, has sued a real estate database in Seattle and accused it of “monopolistic” and “anticompetitive” behavior.

How to break into the luxury real estate market: Now Streaming

Tune in to Inman Access to learn more about the luxury real estate mindset with Chris Pollinger of Real Estate Luxury Leaders.

FirstTeam kicks off nationwide expansion in Idaho and Washington

FirstTeam Real Estate, an independent brokerage with roots in Southern California, is taking its success nationwide. The firm recently announced the launch of its nationwide expansion, starting with new offices in Idaho and Washington. More markets are in the pipeline, including Arizona, Nevada, Oregon and others yet to be announced.

Oren Alexander renting out Miami Beach home at $55K per month

The waterfront home on one of the Sunset Islands was listed for rent last week by Corcoran's Isaac Lustgarten, who previously worked with the Alexanders at Official. The home spans 4,267 square feet and has four bedrooms.

Keller Williams franchise grabs 20-agent team in Chicago suburbs 

Realty Executives Premiere and its 20 agents joined KW Premiere Properties to serve the greater Chicagoland. The firm transacted $130 million in sales volume last year.

A Former Office Tower Goes Big for Residents

With 1,320 rental apartments and a host of amenities, 25 Water Street is the country’s largest office-to-residential conversion to date.

$1.1 Million Homes in Croatia

Bordered to the west by the Adriatic Sea, the Republic of Croatia is a popular holiday destination along the coast and in historic cities such as Dubrovnik, Split and the capital, Zagreb.

Madrid’s Biggest Landlord? U.S. Investment Firms

As private equity firms assert control over much of Spain’s housing, thousands face the threat of eviction.

In L.A., a Young Family Wanted a House to Grow Into. Would $800,000 Be Enough?

Seeking more space for their growing children (and maybe a pool), a couple combed the San Fernando Valley for a single-family home they could afford. Here’s what they found.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and the Bronx

This week’s properties are in Greenwich Village, Kips Bay and Riverdale.

Homes for Sale in New York and New Jersey

This week’s properties are a three-bedroom Tudor in Rockville Centre, N.Y., and a five-bedroom house in Cranford, N.J.

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