by Robert Smith | Apr 25, 2026 | MLS, Real Estate Industry Insights
Key Takeaways:MRED and Compass are pushing toward a national MLS modelNAR membership may no longer be required in some systemsPrivate listing networks are expandingAgents don’t need to take sides—but they do need to understand the changesThese shifts could impact...
by Robert Smith | Apr 24, 2026 | Life and Homes, Listing Agent, Real Estate Agent Tips
Key TakeawaysThe agents winning listings today are engaging sellers earlier—not laterHomeowners signal intent months before they contact an agentMost agents miss opportunities due to fragmented systems and delayed visibilityPlatforms are capturing consumer attention...
by Robert Smith | Apr 24, 2026 | Opinion, Inman News, Listing Agent, Real Estate
Key TakeawaysListing agent buyer leads remain one of the least clearly defined aspects of the real estate transactionListings generate significant value through buyer inquiries, attention, and dataCurrent systems recognize attribution, but not how opportunity is...
by Robert Smith | Apr 21, 2026 | Housing Market
Key Takeaways Onondaga County’s population decline appears tied in large part to domestic migration. Some of that population may be relocating to nearby Oswego County rather than leaving the region entirely. Housing affordability and limited entry-level supply may be...
by Robert Smith | Apr 18, 2026 | Leases
Key TakeawaysLeases transfer possession—not ownership of real propertyLeases over 1 year must be in writing (NYS Statute of Frauds)Most residential leases are gross leases with landlord-paid expensesCommon lease types include estate for years and month-to-month...
