What Tom Ferry’s latest poll reveals about the future-focused agent

Troy Palmquist looks at Tom Ferry’s recent Instagram survey of his followers' 2026 predictions and what they might mean for your business.

Housing recession? K-shaped trends? The dollars and ‘sense’ of today’s economy

This week on The Download, Inman reporters break down the late-2025 economic trends affecting your clients and your real estate business.

Price cuts and concessions: Here’s how to prepare homeowners for the reality of selling a home today

High interest rates, growing inventory and economic uncertainty have cooled the housing market, forcing sellers to make price cuts and concessions. Agents say realistic pricing, smart repairs and strong presentation are key to helping homeowners navigate the new normal — where bidding wars are rare

Yes, the current market is brutal, but ‘boomsday’ is on the way

Boomsday isn’t a fantasy, Oliver Graf writes. It’s what happens when years of pent-up demand hit a turning point. And that point is coming soon.