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Alexander twins face new charge ahead of federal trial

Jan 14, 2026

Former luxury broker Oren Alexander and his ex-security executive twin brother, Alon Alexander, have been charged with a new count of sexual abuse by physical incapacitation in advance of their sex trafficking trial scheduled for Jan. 26.

Mortgage firm Lower acquires Acopia Home Loans

Jan 14, 2026

Lower previously acquired residential portal and tech firm Movoto, and struck up a marketing partnership with HomeSmart. The Acopia deal helps the company expand in the Southeast.

The Compass-Anywhere deal has closed. Now the real work begins

Jan 14, 2026

The merger is not just about these two companies, Keith Robinson writes. It is about the shape of the whole real estate industry.

The secret ‘gray market’ of inventory (and how to tap into it)

Jan 14, 2026

What if “not for sale” didn’t mean “not interested”? Unlisted CEO, Katie Hill, unpacks her startup that’s turning heads by unlocking the hidden inventory between “just browsing” and “for sale.”

Agent confidence is outpacing market conditions in 2026

Jan 14, 2026

Coach Darryl Davis and his team have weathered many turbulent markets with their clients for decades, and they are predicting that confidence will be key for what’s ahead.

4 times Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman showed he’s one of a kind

Jan 14, 2026

From his start as a "pugnacious" young exec to recent appearances on reality TV, Kelman has given the real estate community many memorable moments to reflect on as he prepares to leave the industry this week.

How inflation is changing buyer behavior — and what agents can do 

Jan 13, 2026

Help buyers understand the long-term impact of a real estate purchase instead of getting hung up on short-term market challenges, Luke Babich writes.

5 ways to stop listing anxiety from wrecking your price, process, profit

Jan 13, 2026

Managing anxiety around the home sale process can preserve deals and ensure more effective decision-making for you and your clients, Josh Ries writes.

Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman is stepping down from the company

Jan 13, 2026

After 20 years as CEO of one of the largest companies in real estate, Kelman says he now plans to find a role outside of the industry.

Latest Consumer Price Index data leaves door open for March rate cut

Jan 13, 2026

The Consumer Price Index rose at an annual rate of 2.7 percent in December, leading many to believe the Fed will hold rates steady this month. But if market conditions cool in upcoming months, a March rate cut may be in the cards.

Why your YouTube channel flopped (and 5 ways to revive it in 2026)

Jan 13, 2026

Transform your YouTube presence into a high-yield business asset by pivoting to search-based content and mastering the "TV-first" viewing habits of the modern homebuyer, broker and new Inman contributor Zac Kennedy writes.

Smart strategies in a higher-rate market: How buyers can still win

Jan 13, 2026

Don't leave buyers high and dry amid higher interest rates, coach Verl Workman writes. Develop financial and negotiation strategies to tap into the market, and help clients win.