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Real previews new artificial intelligence assistant for agents
The new product is called HeyLeo and shows how a phone-based tool could help agents generate new business.
Redfin says private listings, coming soons could boost inventory
According to a new report by Redfin's economists, markets that allow for pre-marketing strategies could see a 6 percent to 12 percent bump in listings each year.
Instagram lead generation for real estate agents: Now Streaming
Instagram expert Katie Lance shares strategies for using the social media platform as a strategic tool in your real estate business.
Howard Hanna’s private listing network could mark an industry inflection point
Industry veteran Russ Cofano says staged listing strategies reflect growing tensions over listing data, portals and brokerage control.
Every Oscar-winning film that’s really about real estate
Hollywood has been obsessed with property for nearly a century. Here are the Oscar-winning films that prove real estate makes for great drama.
Compass clash, AI fears and industry shocks: 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.
Better claims its new AI app can underwrite some mortgage loans in 47 seconds
Better’s Tinman platform brings conversational AI to mortgage underwriting, aiming to make the process faster and more efficient.
Agent loses license after having someone impersonate him at online ethics course
Ang "Leon" Li admitted that he asked a family member to pretend to be him for a course called "Ethics — Building Trust."
Compass International Holdings promotes Shay Artzi to CTO
The former Compass Head of Engineering will have the weighty responsibility of rolling out Compass's technology to all of the holding company's recently acquired brands.
Hoby Hanna says seller choice isn’t an ‘all or nothing’ game
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services CEO Hoby Hanna talks about the impending launch of HannaList and why the approach to exclusive listings doesn't have to be "all or nothing."
What an exploding toilet taught me about home warranties
While home warranties may reduce costs, they don't eliminate them, trainer and author Bernice Ross writes. Here's what you (and your clients) need to know now.
How a homeowner-turned-activist saved her neighborhood from eminent domain
Contributor Annette DeCicco writes about how a homeowner-turned-activist leveraged her interpersonal skills and a heart of gold to save her neighborhood from eminent domain abuse.
How the open house provides a moment of truth for consumers
Take a deep dive with coach Darryl Davis into the open house experience from the consumer’s perspective — covering first impressions, agent conduct, signage, flow and communication.
Why independent contractors are always busy and still behind
Wonder why owning your day feels empowering at 8 a.m. and exhausting by mid-morning? Keith Robinson teaches you how to take control of your daily schedule.
Senate passes affordability bill with large investor ban
The bipartisan bill stipulates that investors and companies will not be allowed to buy single-family homes if they already own 350 or more. Those that increase housing supply through building or renovations would not be limited to 350 homes, but they would be required to sell properties within seven years.
Nation’s 2nd largest MLS expands no-cost access to AI property intelligence platform
CRMLS is expanding access to RealReports, an AI property intelligence platform that aggregates zoning, liens and climate risk data for agents.
This Canadian broker built an AI assistant to run his back office
Autonomous AI agents may reshape real estate workflows. Daniel Foch explains how OpenClaw automates CRM tasks, marketing and showings for agents.
Inman announces 2026 Marketing All-Stars award recipients
For the fourth year, Inman recognizes marketing heads, brand leaders and communications executives across the real estate industry.