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RateMyAgent and Curated Social merge to form Renowned platform

Nov 14, 2025

The combined platform will channel verified reviews, past agent performance and hyperlocal market insights into content that will help agents build their digital reputation.

FICO scores, magic phrases, earnings digs: Inman Top 5

Nov 14, 2025

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers.

NAR scores a victory in buyer commission lawsuit

Nov 14, 2025

An order from Judge LaShonda A. Hunt in the Batton homebuyer case struck down a proposed class of plaintiffs that included substantial overlap with the class in the now-settled Burnett lawsuit.

All about the Benjamins: 5 things to know before throwing money at real estate problems

Nov 14, 2025

Your real estate budget isn't built for brute-force spending, Josh Ries writes. It rewards clarity, consistency and thoughtful execution.

Where else is Zillow not enforcing its private listing ban?

Nov 14, 2025

Zillow acknowledged last week that it wasn’t enforcing its private listings rule in Chicagoland, opening the question of where else the standards might not be in effect.

How to help senior real estate clients right-size with confidence

Nov 14, 2025

Finance expert Sofia Nadjibi, MBA, shares how real estate professionals can transform the downsizing experience for senior homeowners by blending empathy, strategy and smart financing tools.

Why independent brokerages matter more than ever amid real estate consolidation

Nov 14, 2025

Windermere's OB Jacobi writes that it’s more important than ever to preserve independence and keep the industry vibrant, diverse and focused on the things that matter most.

Welcome to the Senior Class: Downsizing with a home equity conversion mortgage

Nov 14, 2025

Developer and contributor America Foy says agents are missing the boat when it comes to education on senior housing opportunities. The home equity conversion mortgage product is just one example.

What is a 50-year mortgage? The pros and cons of Trump’s proposal

Nov 14, 2025

The proposal from Trump is a reminder that the industry must evolve, Darryl Davis writes, but evolution without diligence can lead to structural weakness.

Brown Harris Stevens names Halstead heir as its chief strategy officer (EXCLUSIVE)

Nov 13, 2025

Christopher Halstead will oversee several company-wide initiatives and work to streamline operations at the brokerage in his new role as chief strategy officer.

Alexander brothers denied motion to dismiss sex-trafficking charges

Nov 13, 2025

Judge Valerie Caprioni shut down the brothers' motion to dismiss, and they are poised to attend trial in January. Details on their defamation lawsuit against "The Real Deal" are also now available.

Inman is celebrating 30 years of community, and you’re invited

Nov 13, 2025

For 30 years, Inman Connect events have been based on a simple belief: That big change happens when people come together.