Is fall the new spring? Market winds may be shifting, NAR says

Increased homebuying affordability, more inventory and fewer competing buyers may lead to a prime week for homebuyers in October, leading to conditions like a "second spring market."

Where the industry stands on the Compass-Anywhere deal: 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.

I’ve studied real estate marketing for 31 years. Here are 7 essentials for effective marketing campaigns

According to Jimmy Burgess, great marketing isn't about doing more. It's about doing the right things consistently.

How the escrow process offers a chance to show your value: Step 7

Just like in school, group projects can be stressful. In Part 7 of her eight-part series, Cassie Walker Johnson helps you pull the moving parts of the escrow process together.