When the housing market was at the top of its peak, many were scrambling to become a part of what seemed like an easy way to make money. Now that the market has taken a turn, those left behind in real estate are the hard-core professionals who are doing what they love. No matter if you are a student looking toward a career in the industry or a seasoned professional that has seen it all, these blogs offer a wealth of information on topics such as the state of the housing market, tips for investors, analyses of the real estate economy, and even a glimpse into the world of house flipping.

General Real Estate Blogs

These blogs offer a range of information that professionals and home buyers or sellers alike will find of interest.

1. The Bigger Pockets Blog. Bigger Pockets is an online real estate magazine, and their blog features articles on real estate, mortgage and lending, investing, the housing market, and more.
2. AgentGenius. This blog shares such helpful articles as house staging trends, news from the world of real estate, and social networking.
3. 360 Digest. Marlow Harris writes all sorts of posts on this blog with some of the recent topics touching on the definition of a real estate professional, real estate news stories, and realtors in pop culture.
4. Zillow Blog. This blog keeps you updated on everything relevant to the real estate world, whether you want to learn about the state of the market or find available listings.
5. The Real Estate Bloggers. Take a look at analysis of the real estate industry with these blog posts that are just right for everyone from the home owner to the real estate professional.

Real Estate Industry

From marketing your real estate business to real estate technology, these blogs cover many topics for real estate professionals.

6. Geek Estate. This blog features technology news and tips for those in the real estate industry.
7. HomeGain Blog. For those in the real estate field, turn to this blog for commentary written by real estate agents, brokers, and other professionals in the industry.
8. The Real Estate Tomato. Realtors seeking advice on blogging as a form of marketing their business will love the information posted on this blog.
9. Real Estate Internet Marketing. Real estate investors and agents interested in learning about Internet marketing will find helpful information here.
10. BloodHoundBlog. Written for and by real estate professionals, this blog features topics on salesmanship, marketing, technology, current events, and more.
11. 1000WattBlog. This blog is from a marketing communications and design agency that focuses on the real estate industry, and their blog features tons of great resources for real estate professionals.
12. Mortgage Fraud Blog. Stay on top of the latest news about mortgage and real estate fraud with the posts here.
13. Future of Real Estate Marketing. Learn about blogging, social media, and more to help promote your real estate business online.
14. Altos Research. Stay on top of the housing market and the real estate business with the information on this blog.
15. Chez Cliff. Cliff shares his tactics for making his real estate investing business a success. Find productivity tips, information about the field of real estate, and more.

Real Estate Investing and Finance

Stay current with information about real estate investing and finance with these blogs.

16. Calculated Risk. Economics and finance are the focus of this blog, with a bulk of their information examining the housing market.
17. Real Estate Investing Tips. If you are interested in real estate investing, then check out this blog that features tips and news about real estate investing.
18. Struggling to Get Started Blog. Scott Costello started real estate investing with no prior knowledge and now shares what he has learned along the way via his blog.
19. The Millionaires Blog. Real estate investing and wholesaling are the focus on this blog.
20. Short Sale Riches Blog. Chris McLaughlin writes about real estate investing, and in particular, short sales.
21. Matrix. This blog features articles that help readers keep an eye on the real estate economy.
22. Bubble Meter. The mission of this blog is to track the housing bubble in the US and its steady decline.
23. Shaun's Real Estate Adventures. Meant as a guide for those interested in getting involved with real estate investment, this blog offers practical advice and tips.
24. The Housing Bubble. Read this blog to find out about the effect the housing bubble has had on the economy across the US.
25. Good Faith Investing. This husband and wife team are on the road to financial freedom through their real estate investing.
26. Must Know Investing. Real estate investors will find tips and tools for success when they read this blog.
27. Life as Real Estate Investors. Get details of the latest real estate investments of Dave Peniuk and Julie Broad and the lessons they learn along the way.

Flipping

Whether you are a house flipper or just like to read about the transformations others are taking on, these blogs will provide you with plenty of interesting reading.

28. 1-2-3 Flip. Follow the progress on this blog as this professional rehabber takes homes and transforms them into gems.
29. Flip this Wholesaler. Learn about the ins and outs of wholesale flipping from this woman based in Tampa, FL.
30. Flipping Southeast Wisconsin. Follow the ups and downs of this woman who is working towards becoming an independent businesswoman through flipping.
31. Goin' Flippin' Crazy. With a history of flipping single family homes, this woman is now shifting her focus to apartment buildings. Find out where she goes from here.
32. Flip Quest. With a goal of moving from Wisconsin to Colorado and flipping houses there, this blogger shares her journey.
33. The Tattooed Investor. Watch the progress of this house flipper working in the Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvania.
34. Kelly Flippin Cali. Get photos and updates on the progress of this new flipper's work.
35. Flipping Smart. At just 29 years old, this flipper is doing one to two houses a month and shares photos of the work and beautiful results.
36. BobNorton.com. Find suggestions, advice, and tips for making your house flipping even more successful.
37. TomTarrant.com. This San Antonio flipper documents his progress on this blog.
38. Build Bankroll. These flippers are sharing their work in Southern California with lots of lessons learned along the way.
39. Flipping Ohio. This full-time real estate investor shares progress of houses flipped in central Ohio.

Regional Blogs

While these blogs have a regional element, often offering listings for a particular city, they also provide readers with valuable information on real estate.

40. The Phoenix Real Estate Guy. While those in Phoenix will find personalized information such as home listings in the area, others outside Phoenix will discover information on topics such as short selling your home, the homebuyer tax credit, and more.
41. Gail Jodon's Blog. Whether you live in Charlotte, NC, or are a fan of modern homes, this blog from ModernCharlotte Realty features something for everyone.
42. Ernesto Rijavec, Inc. Rijavec runs Sandals Realty and blogs about the company as well as other topics such as the effects of the economy on the housing market and whether or not a bricks and mortar headquarters is a necessity for a realtor.
43. Adventures in Real Estate. Shannon Register is an award-winning realtor in Spring, TX, and her blog features tons of great information as well as online discussion just right for those looking for a home or those interested in the real estate industry.
44. Arizona Real Estate Notebook. Find out about home buying and selling conditions in Arizona as well as other interesting real estate-related news.
45. Seattle Real Estate Professionals. If you would like to keep your finger on the pulse of the real estate industry in Seattle, then don't miss this blog.
46. Curbed NY. Stay on top of all the real estate happenings in New York with this blog. If you are in LA or San Francisco, check out their links too.
47. Property Grunt. With a heavy dose of pop culture, this blogger keeps readers updated on the Manhattan real estate world.
48. Rain City Guide. This Seattle blog features topics of local interest as well as industry news relevant to anyone.
49. Urban Trekker. While much of the content here is specific to the Washington DC area, there is also tons of great information on sustainable building and economic development.
50. Fort Wayne Real Estate Blog. This blog not only showcases available and recently sold properties, it also provides a humorous glimpse into the life of a real estate professional.