Embattled Fed Governor Lisa Cook says tariffs fueling inflation
In her first public speech since President Trump’s attempt to remove her, the economist said she expects a "one-time increase" in prices, with inflation trending back down toward the 2 percent target once "the effects are behind us." ...
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It’s ‘difficult’ for buyers ‘to negotiate lower commission rates,’ watchdog says
The Consumer Policy Center says that buyer's agents have learned to hedge against the newfound ability of buyers and sellers to negotiate rates....
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Is the housing market in the midst of a recession? Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent thinks so
The Treasury Secretary blamed the Federal Reserve for the current housing recession and said that if the central bank cut interest rates more quickly, the recession could end....
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AI was built to replace us — but it might end up freeing us
AI adoption in real estate is evolving fast, but its real progress comes from people — the agents, brokers and marketers shaping how the technology works with them....
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New client leads, murky waters: October’s mixed bag for real estate
Agents in October were less certain about the year ahead, even as they reported modest gains in their potential client pools. What gives? Intel combs through the results from its latest industry survey....
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The rise of AI fakes could erode trust in real estate marketing
AI is changing how social media works and what we can trust. From fake engagement to TikTok’s political limbo and LinkedIn’s slowing growth, staying informed and adaptable is key to protecting your reach, reputation and relevance online....
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Compass provides long-awaited clarity on the Anywhere merger
This week on The Download, Robert Reffkin answered many of the most-asked questions around the Compass-Anywhere merger in an Inman Exclusive....
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How a new agent turned hateful social media comments into a growth opportunity
Many people might shut down or lash out after receiving abusive comments on social media, but Ryan Noonan says he's glad for the engagement and sees a way to grow from the experience....
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8M reasons to focus: A data-driven Q4 reality check for real estate
There are more than enough motivated buyers and sellers ready to transact right now, Jason Waugh writes, and many are the most motivated ones we see all year....
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