States getting COVID mortgage relief programs off the ground
Nearly 30 states have launched programs to distribute $9.961 billion in federal aid for households who are behind on their mortgages
by Matt Carter Mar 18
Mauricio Umansky on The Agency’s ‘tremendous openness’
Inman spoke with The Agency's CEO about rapid expansion, working with family and some of his favorite memories from Inman Connect New York ahead of ICNY in April
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 18
Spring sprang early: 11th-hour tips to win the hottest season of the year
Due to a rush of activity this winter, agents didn't have time to pause and prepare for real estate's busiest season. Luckily, agents can still harness these 6 tips to position themselves for success
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 18
Condo or co-op in NYC? Help your buyers make the right choice
It used to be that a condo was where you took a buyer who couldn’t pass a co-op board. Now, however, it's easier for developers to finance a condominium and simpler for buyers to apply
'But Zillow said … ': How to handle the top 7 seller pricing objections
Opinion
From testing the market to outrageous expectations, today's sellers may have a host of objections to the price you're proposing for their potential listing. These seven scripts are designed to help you counter their arguments
by Carl Medford Mar 18
The new bill that could destroy homeownership: The Real Word
Opinion
This week: Byron Lazine and Nicole White offer insights on a new California bill to tax flippers, a new NAR report on home values, and Walmart's new mortgage partnership
by Byron Lazine Mar 18
'A spigot turned on full-blast': Ahead of spring, agents scramble for help
Brokers and team leaders told Inman they've been racing to hire support staff in preparation for real estate's busiest season of the year — but finding good help hasn't been easy, they say
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 18
News Quiz: Do you know the biggest stories for the week of March 13?
Bright MLS, Pacaso and the Corcoran Group all made headlines this week. Test your knowledge of the biggest stories to see if you're up to date on the industry
by Inman Mar 18
Start strong: This team leader closed 499 last year (and so can you!)
Opinion
Whether you’re a brand new agent or a seasoned veteran looking to have your best year ever, refocus on foundational strategies. Add value and create opportunities for the conversations that become conversions
by Jimmy Burgess Mar 18
TikTok or door-knock? 3 brokers on how agents can win big this spring
Corcoran affiliates Jason Karadus, Liane Jamason and Marilyn Carson share how old-school prospecting and high-level service are winning the day in a topsy-turvy market
by Marian McPherson Mar 17
How to win the current market? Invest wisely, and prepare for a shift
Speakers at Inman Connect Now on Thursday discussed the latest market trends and what they're willing to spend money on now, while cautiously making a few predictions for the future
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 17
COVID caused a 'Great Reshuffling.' Soaring costs are behind a new wave
With priced-out buyers seeking to relocate this spring, real estate agents stressed the importance of referral networks as the latest migration wave comes on the heels of an overheated market
by Taylor Anderson Mar 17