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Real estate needs new ways to connect with the tech world
Troy Palmquist writes that the first HomeCode Pitch Battle proved that real estate and tech connect best in ways that are less sales pitch and more get-together.

7 AI tools that help agents do in hours what used to take days
The real estate agents who are winning with technology right now are using it to remove friction and create efficiency, Jimmy Burgess writes.

From Bad Bunny’s halftime show to hyperlocal feeds: Culture is reshaping social strategy
From a record-setting halftime show to feeds users can now fine-tune themselves, social platforms are shifting toward participation, personalization and hyperlocal relevance — raising the bar for how professionals show up and engage.

Highlights from Week 3 of the Alexander brothers’ trial
Week 3 of the trial featured testimonies of alleged victims as well as a woman who claimed that she had witnessed two of the brothers raping a woman in the Hamptons.

What to do when it takes longer to sell your listings: Now Streaming
Coach Darryl Davis walks you step-by-step through pricing, showing feedback and managing client expectations effectively.

Sagent names ex-Mr. Cooper tech chief Sridhar Sharma president
The former Mr. Cooper tech executive is set to accelerate the expansion of Sagent's AI-driven mortgage servicing platform.

Listing ban on, affordability, marketing shifts: Inman 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.

Zacks analyst: Zillow earnings suggest 2026 market to be a ‘bust’
Based in part on comments from Zillow executives this week, the housing analyst casts a bearish outlook for the housing market in 2026.

James Harris wants Breezy to be the agent’s daily operating system
James Harris’ Breezy platform promises to simplify real estate workflows by replacing scattered tools with a unified AI system.

How this broker consistently dominates his market while running a 1,500-agent affiliate
Paul Benson of Engel & Völkers Gestalt Group said relentless marketing, extreme responsiveness and maintaining a deep knowledge of his local market have helped him succeed in sales while leading a substantial affiliate across several states.

Why strong brokerages only work when agents buy in
When the balance between agents and brokers is respected, businesses grow, reputations strengthen, careers stabilize and trust compounds, broker-owner Emily Askin writes.

A blueprint for success that doesn’t burn you out
Alice Faggi watched Andrew Flachner interview "New York Times" bestselling author Sahil Bloom live at ICNY. The conversation challenged everything she thought she knew about building a successful career.

Just like NFL receivers, skill is the only currency that matters in 2026
The agents who commit to building genuine skill and the discipline of a professional athlete will not only survive this market, coach Darryl Davis writes — they'll dominate it.

Why the FHFA’s latest move puts fair housing at risk
If you're someone who believes fair housing should mean fair housing for everyone, LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance President Tommie Wehrle writes, it's time to get involved and lend your voice.

5 real estate takeaways from this year’s Super Bowl ads
Think of every interaction with a client and prospective client as your 30-second commercial, Century 21's Tori Keichinger writes. How will you break through?

Dono raises $6.5M to digitize fragmented US property records
The title sector is plagued by antiquated and fragmented record systems that delay closings and increase costs. Dono wants to change that.

Existing-home sales tank 8.4% in January amid winter chill
Homebuyers were likely dissuaded by extreme winter weather and shifting rates, causing existing-home sales to see a significant decline in January.

These inventory-strapped housing markets just can’t catch a break
It's not just the biggest inventory gainers that have seen their stream of for-sale homes slow. Some of America's most listing-starved metros are once again losing ground. Dive deeper with Inman Market View's interactive maps and charts.