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How ‘pig butchering’ financial scam puts real estate agents at risk

Aug 22, 2025

Scammers prey on the loneliness epidemic and desire for genuine connection, security expert Robert Siciliano writes, a feeling that even the most successful among us can experience.

What today’s skills-based market demands of real estate agents

Aug 22, 2025

The market has shifted. If you’re working the same way you did a year ago, you’re likely getting half the results, coach Verl Workman writes. Talent is rewarded over timing.

Next question for Opendoor: ‘Kill agent partnership,’ or work with real estate pros?

Aug 22, 2025

After a stock rally and CEO ouster, investors are turning their attention to what’s next for Opendoor. Some say the company must work with agents. Others disagree.

Broker Spotlight: Matt Borland, Corcoran Icon Properties

Aug 21, 2025

Find out how this Northern California brokerage executive is bringing "measured, intentional growth" across his region, while preserving company culture and values.

Mortgage rates hit 10-month low, spurring lower monthly payments

Aug 21, 2025

The dip is due to a weak July jobs report, a neutral inflation report and home sale prices moving past their peak as fall approaches. Those factors give buyers significant leverage.

Lead counsel for Moehrl targets ‘deceptive practices’ in new real estate industry investigation

Aug 21, 2025

Attorneys from Hagens Berman have urged consumers that have sold a home since 2021 with the aid of an "online real estate agent" to reach out to the firm since they may be eligible for compensation as a result of "deceptive practices" by the real estate industry.

AI is reshaping search, but these old-school trust signals still win

Aug 21, 2025

Traditional business development, measurable KPIs and consistent execution allow your real estate business to succeed in the age of AI, Molly McKinley writes.

How to manage difficult real estate clients with confidence and class

Aug 21, 2025

Texas agent Tell Butler advises real estate agents to stay calm, cool and collected, even when client complications flare up.

How real estate training is failing the next generation of agents

Aug 21, 2025

Whether you lead a team, brokerage or mentor new agents, it's time to ask whether we're preparing them for long-term success, Josh Ries writes.

Mark O’Brien shares his raw, ratty journey to becoming TikTok’s ‘Brownstone Whisperer’

Aug 21, 2025

New York City-based real estate broker and developer Mark O'Brien shares his formula for success on TikTok, where he's amassed 71K followers who follow his rugged renovations

Take the Inman Intel Index survey for August

Aug 21, 2025

Each month, hundreds of real estate agents, brokers, executives and investors contribute to one of real estate's most ambitious monthly efforts to document changes to the industry. Add your insights. Take the survey.

5 moves to protect your commission in a tough market

Aug 21, 2025

Underselling yourself is a luxury you can’t afford in this tough market, coach Darryl Davis writes. Here are the strategies you need to prove your worth (and protect your commission).