'Goonies' house finds new owner just days after listing
After hitting the market in late November for $1.65M, the Astoria, Oregon, home was purchased for an undisclosed price by a superfan who aims to remain anonymous until the sale is finalized
by Ben Verde Dec 12
Homebuyers and sellers have a ton of misconceptions, new poll shows
Homebuyers and sellers are struggling to keep up with the rapidly shifting market, according to a Zillow survey of real estate agents, which found many believe home prices will fall steeply in 2023
by Ben Verde Nov 7
US hiring remains strong, but other sectors outpace real estate
Real estate employers added about as many jobs in September as would normally be expected this time of year, despite the market downturn
by Daniel Houston Nov 4
As US economy zigs upward again, real estate sags
Hits to broker commissions and home construction drove a decline in real estate gross domestic product in Q3 of the year, new data shows
by Daniel Houston Oct 27
Real estate jobs hold strong even as sales slip, summer ends
Real estate hiring bucked seasonal expectations for September, reflecting steady payrolls despite a weakening sales environment, according to new data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics
by Daniel Houston Oct 7
7 essential types of writing every busy real estate agent should learn
You may not have gotten into real estate because of a love of writing but that doesn't mean you can't learn to express yourself with skill and confidence
by Christy Murdock Oct 7
Agent Outlook: Life events will still drive home sales, you can hang your hat on it
Opinion
The market may be slowing in some areas, but it will not come to a complete halt. Eric Forney of Livian shares this week's market insights and says that life events will keep consumers buying
by Eric Forney Sep 26
The truth about Zillow's ShowingTime acquisition: The Real Word
Opinion
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the real reason Zillow acquired ShowingTime, the hype behind the housing recession, and how 'shrinkflation' could potentially change the game for consumers in 2023
by Byron Lazine Sep 2
WATCH: Top tried-and-true tips to get ahead from ICLV
Get back to basics and stay ahead with these tips and advice on the biggest game changers agents and brokers should be implementing to stay one step ahead at ICLV.
by Jessi Healey Sep 2
How to steer your real estate investments through a recession
Look to buy properties at a discount during downturns, and hold them as income properties for the foreseeable future. Once housing markets pick up steam again, you can reassess your options.
by G. Brian Davis Aug 30
WATCH: Like it or not, the blockchain is coming to real estate
At Inman Connect Las Vegas earlier this month, executives behind the blockchain company Consortia discussed ways the business of buying and selling real estate could change overnight
by Daniel Houston Aug 23
EXp names chief growth officer in bid to streamline growth strategy
The brokerage announced on Friday the promotion of Michael Valdes to chief growth officer, a role in which he will oversee the continued expansion of both eXp Realty and eXp Commercial
by Daniel Houston Aug 19
Chinese real estate crash sparks mortgage boycotts
In China, most recent buyers of new apartments took out mortgages before their buildings were finished. Now many are threatening to not pay
by Daniel Houston Aug 17
Your local housing market is complicated. Know your numbers, and use your words
Opinion
Do you know how to explain the difference between a national and a local market stat to your client? The words you choose can make all the difference
by Teresa Boardman Jul 19
Relying on optimism to get you through? 5 critical steps to take instead
Opinion
In an overheated seller’s market, it does not take a rocket scientist to sell a home. However, as the market turns, the need for real skill emerges
by Carl Medford Jul 18