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9 moves that will define the next 5 years for independent brokers

Apr 14, 2026

The next real estate cycle will favor operators who treat independence as a strategic asset instead of a personal identity.

What a moon mission can teach women about timing and success 

Apr 14, 2026

Christina Koch just became the first woman in history to travel around the Moon. Julie Escobar shares what Koch's story means for every woman in real estate who thinks she's missed her window. 

Buyer momentum builds, but it’s far from universal

Apr 13, 2026

More than 60 percent of major U.S. housing markets are shifting toward buyers, as Realtor.com’s new Market Clock highlights a growing divide between regions and evolving local conditions.

Existing-home sales fell 3.6% in March as buyer confidence erodes

Apr 13, 2026

Sales dropped in every region of the country in March, yet the median existing-home price climbed to a record high for the month — the 33rd consecutive month of year-over-year price gains, according to NAR's latest existing-home sales report.

CoStar scores win as activist investor drops Homes.com fight

Apr 13, 2026

The hedge fund Third Point was one of two major players that was strongly critical of CoStar’s attempt to compete with three leading residential real estate portals

America’s debt problem could keep mortgage rates high

Apr 13, 2026

The next obstacle to affordable housing may not be inflation or the Federal Reserve — it could be Washington's $38 trillion debt burden, experts say.

Serial scammer accused of defrauding real estate pros

Apr 13, 2026

Sean McClay allegedly swindled 17 real estate investors out of more than $1.4 million. His victims have been described as a group of "sophisticated, knowledgeable real estate professionals."

Why crypto-backed mortgages aren’t quite mainstream — yet

Apr 13, 2026

Crypto-backed mortgages are emerging as an alternative for Bitcoin-rich buyers, but regulation and underwriting rules still constrain growth.

New pre-marketing platforms face trust issues, adoption hurdles: Intel

Apr 13, 2026

Many real estate agents tell Intel that newly announced partnerships to plug "coming soon" listings won't change how they do business.

‘Carl’s a mess’ trend shows how conversation outperforms content

Apr 13, 2026

A viral reality TV moment, new LinkedIn data and Facebook engagement insights all show how conversation is driving reach more than content alone.

What you don’t know about down payment programs could cost your clients $18,000

Apr 13, 2026

In this episode, Rob Chrane, CEO of Down Payment Resource, and Mosi Gatling, New American Funding, break down why buyers are missing an average of $18,000 and how agents are often the reason.

Will global upheaval tank the spring market? The Download

Apr 13, 2026

Find out how the war in Iran, fuel shortages and other international uncertainty will affect the spring real estate market.