July inflation eased to 3.4%, while shelter costs also slowed. The softer reading could help limit upward pressure on mortgage rates.

Documenting key transaction conversations can help agents reduce communication problems, support compliance and provide evidence when disagreements arise.

A pending or completed divorce can affect who must sign real estate documents, whether a sale can proceed and how the proceeds are handled. Agents should involve a title professional or attorney early rather than interpret divorce documents themselves.

Experienced real estate professionals can keep growing by staying coachable, learning new tools and remaining open to new ideas throughout their careers.