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Real estate has an AI problem. This startup thinks it knows why
AI adoption in real estate is rising, but many agents — especially women — are being left behind as complex tools limit real-world impact.

Real-REMAX deal, Compass empire, MRED expansion: Top 5
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.

What happens if the Real-REMAX deal doesn’t go through?
The deal, which execs said is expected to close in the second half of 2026, still requires approval from shareholders and regulators.

The shiny penny concept
Darryl Davis shares a strategy for shifting from working with individual buyers to representing standout properties with exceptional value.

Montana agent jailed for using real estate license to access land and poach trophy mule deer
Hyatt Voy has been sentenced for killing the deer during an unauthorized visit to the ranch property of a listing lead.

The markets that have shifted most in homebuyers’ favor, ranked
See which cities have swung the most toward homebuyers since 2022 — and which have quietly become tougher for them.

Compass International Holdings appoints Tanya Reu-Narvaez as Chief People Officer
Tanya Reu-Narvaez will lead CIH's People Enablement Team, which focuses on recruitment, retention, professional development and culture.

Century 21 CEO: ‘I think you’re going to see more consolidation’
Mike Miedler spoke to Inman about the state of the industry and offered three tips for agents facing a tough market.

The Real-REMAX deal: Pros, cons and what it means for agents
Alloy Advisors' Amit Kulkarni crunches the numbers on Real's acquisition of REMAX and outlines the ways they don't make sense.

A second MLS just announced plans to expand nationwide
Realtracs, the MLS serving the Nashville area, became the second MLS in a week to announce that it was expanding beyond its home region.

Luxury listings need multilingual distribution, not just MLS exposure
Optimize your listing for international buyers by making sure the property is packaged and distributed in the languages and channels buyers actually use, Marie Wang and Kevin Mo write.

Agents are making the same mistake with AI that they made with social media
Just like with social media, REDX's Curtis Fenn writes, the agents who use artificial intelligence platforms with intention and a plan will flourish in the years ahead.

How agent-investors turn rent collection into tenant retention
Rent collection is about more than ongoing operations. When it's done correctly, it helps you keep your best tenants.

Compass economist on this year’s housing market: ‘Overall it’s been a little disappointing’
Don’t hold your breath for a "Goldilocks effect." These key metrics show the real estate market continues to sputter.

William Raveis partners with Cloze to launch Raveis365+
Raveis365+ uses artificial intelligence to help agents manage customer relationships, lead funnels and marketing tasks.

Search your metro: How senior is your housing market?
Boomers and the Silent Generation own 34 percent of all U.S. housing value, but their grip is tightest in a handful of metros.

Demand rises as mortgage rates retreat from April high: Redfin
Pending home sales posted their biggest annual gain in six weeks and new listings rose for a second consecutive week during the four weeks ending April 26, according to Redfin.

Renter who forged deed to steal $755K home gets prison time in NY
A New York man got 6.5 to 13 years in prison for forging a deed on a $755,000 home. Here's what agents need to know about deed fraud.