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Honoring Dr. King’s legacy through the work of homeownership

Jan 19, 2026

When agents, brokers, and industry leaders lead with integrity and purpose, homeownership becomes more than a transaction, Julia Lashay Israel writes. It becomes a pathway to stability, dignity and possibility.

State government wades into the private listing fight: The Download

Jan 19, 2026

The debate around public vs. private listings is moving from dueling op-eds to the Washington statehouse with a new bill seeking to limit the practice.

7 lead-gen strategies to ignite your real estate business in 2026

Jan 18, 2026

If you want 2026 to be your best year ever, you will need to generate and convert more leads than you’ve done in the past. Jimmy Burgess shows you how.

What Liquid Death and E.L.F. can teach agents about standing out

Jan 17, 2026

As feeds get noisier and platforms more unpredictable, the brands that stand out are taking risks. From Liquid Death and E.L.F.’s culture-first approach to shifts in discovery, AI and visual storytelling, the real advantage is clarity — not scale — and a point of view audiences can recognize and trust.

Building a digital profile that works: Now Streaming

Jan 16, 2026

Learn what it takes to create a smart and effective digital footprint with help from these real estate industry heavyweights.

Long Island attorney accused of gambling away $750K earmarked for his client’s home purchase

Jan 16, 2026

Lawyer Peter Giattino is facing felony charges for allegedly stealing $750,000 from a real estate client. He's accused of spending the funds on gambling and other personal expenses.

$4.6T in real estate will pass on to Gen X, Millennials in next decade

Jan 16, 2026

Younger generations inheriting trillions in real estate are poised to reshape the market as they prioritize lifestyle and financial stability. Coldwell Banker Global Luxury's 2026 Trend Report outlines key factors shaping the transition.

Need a mortgage? Have crypto? Now you’re in luck

Jan 16, 2026

Mortgage lender Newrez announced this week that it'll let would-be borrowers count their crypto assets when qualifying for a loan. The company said it's the first major lender to make such a move.

Compass-Anywhere, private listings, lingering questions: Top 5

Jan 16, 2026

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.

Bring back integrity: A call for agents to rise in 2026

Jan 16, 2026

Real estate coach and contributor Darryl Davis says it’s time for agents to forget the noise and step up their integrity to define their career in the new year.

Zillow exec: AI should give agents ‘time to go do the human stuff’

Jan 16, 2026

Zillow VP of Product Cameron Swiggett told Inman AI innovation and investment has snowballed, and argued the tech doesn't dim human innovation — it highlights it.

6 leadership essentials that help agents thrive in any market

Jan 16, 2026

Contributor Nikki Beauchamp writes that the way agents lead through market ups and downs sets the tone for meaningful professional relationships.