Resources

Real estate’s obsession with hustle has a hidden cost

Jan 26, 2026

Andrew Flachner will interview Sahil Bloom live at Inman Connect New York on how agents and leaders can rethink success in a demanding industry.

Mentorship isn’t optional: Why new agents need guidance, guardrails

Jan 26, 2026

If you are new to real estate, you don’t need to know everything, Kevelyn Guzman writes. You need people who will step in, slow you down and help you see around corners.

Rocket Companies hit with lawsuit alleging mortgage steering, RESPA violations

Jan 26, 2026

Three homebuyer plaintiffs sued Rocket Companies on Monday, alleging the company violated RESPA through its lead referral program for real estate agents.

Agentic AI is Here: The Broker Cheat Code for Driving Consistent Performance at Scale

Jan 26, 2026

Indianapolis crowned the most ‘buyer-friendly’ market in 2026

Jan 26, 2026

The South, Midwest and Mid-Atlantic dominated Zillow's buyer-friendly markets list, with homebuyers finding favorable pricing trends and greater negotiation leverage.

Homebuyers canceled deals at their highest rate ever in December

Jan 26, 2026

Homebuyers in the U.S. canceled about 40,000 purchase agreements during the month of December — a record for any December dating back to at least 2017.

Innovative home warranties: How tech is transforming protection for today’s homeowners

Jan 26, 2026

At the core of innovative home warranties is homeowner empowerment. Digital-first solutions are essential for modern buyers and their agents.

The ‘micro team’ strategy that sold 1,000 homes in 2025

Jan 26, 2026

The Hogan Group’s Mike Hogan and Alicia Pittman share how they’ve built a top-performing, 80-agent team in Virginia that still feels personal thanks to micro teams, mentorship and leadership.

The Byron Effect: A legacy of leadership, service and results

Jan 26, 2026

The real impact of your work rarely shows up at the closing table. Instead, it echoes throughout the years as your clients live their lives and make the memories that matter to them.

Non-Realtor access has altered the MLS landscape. How common is it?

Jan 26, 2026

Since the National Association of Realtors announced its policy change, more MLSs have provided updates on their membership requirements. Here's what Intel has learned surveying hundreds of real estate agents in recent months.

Super Bowl ads aren’t playing the same game anymore

Jan 25, 2026

Super Bowl ads aren’t just competing with each other anymore. They’re reflecting a broader shift across platforms, algorithms and media strategy, where visibility is earned through intent, clarity and relevance rather than volume or spectacle.

5 things buyers and sellers don’t care about (and what DOES matter)

Jan 25, 2026

When you stop making marketing about yourself and start making it about buyers and sellers, Jimmy Burgess writes, everything changes.