On a dime: Bootstrap your business with these 8 simple strategies
Four real estate agents share how fellow professionals can reconfigure their budgets and save on everything from tech, marketing, open houses, closing gifts, gas and so much more
by Marian McPherson May 6
Fed decides the fate of the housing market: The Real Word
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discussed how the Fed's decision will impact the housing market, CoStar's plans for Homes.com and the TikTok-famous Marketeer of the Week
by Byron Lazine May 6
Redfin takes in nearly $600M in Q1 revenue as market share grows
Revenue, market share, web users and homes sold by RedfinNow all rose. But the company reported a $90.8M net loss in a Q1 earnings call on Thursday
by Taylor Anderson May 5
How do we help first-time homebuyers without driving up costs?
Opinion
More and more lower-income or even middle-class households are going to be renting the American dream. This should be a red flag for our industry
by Chris Drayer May 5
Fathom projects continued revenue, agent and transaction growth
The real estate services platform and residential brokerage saw quarterly revenue grow 81% from a year ago, to $90.1M, as Fathom Realty added more than 3,000 agents in Q1
by Matt Carter May 5
How inflation actually supports buyer demand: Matthew Gardner
Opinion
Other than when home prices crashed with the bursting of the housing bubble, for more than 50 years, home price growth has outpaced inflation. This means we are offsetting high consumer prices because home values are increasing at an even faster rate
by Matthew Gardner May 5
7 tips for Realtors to avoid legal and ethical snags
Honesty, transparency and responsibility are key to avoiding legal and ethical missteps. Here's how to make sure you're staying on the right path
by Luke Babich May 5
Zillow's Flex model offers 'next gen lead gen': Mike DelPrete
Opinion
Zillow's new strategy has the company going back to its roots, doubling down on agent lead gen, and extracting more revenue from real estate commissions
by Mike DelPrete May 5
Broker Spotlight: Howard Payson, RE/MAX Town and Country
This week, the spotlight shines on Howard Payson of RE/MAX Town and Country. Starting with six agents in 2018, he now has a roster of 124 and is opening a second office
by Christy Murdock May 5
Inman survey: Readers weigh in on the potential impact of the Roe v. Wade decision
Opinion
We asked for feedback from the Inman community on the upcoming Supreme Court ruling and its potential impact. As always, you had plenty to say
by Inman May 5
Bring out their best: How to get the most out of your real estate team
Opinion
While there are many ways to get the best out of your team, it all comes down to what works best for you. Here, broker and team leader Misty Soldwisch shares her four-step process for success
by Misty Soldwisch May 5
From ballet to real estate: 'Workin' Moms' star joins Engel & Völkers
Since 2016 in-between acting gigs, Realtor Jessalyn Wanlim has affiliated with Engel & Völkers because of the brand's widespread appeal across different cultures
Roe v. Wade has been overturned. What does it mean for real estate?
The decision to overturn Roe v. Wade by a conservative majority in the court is expected to lead to bans in approximately half the states and could potentially lead to new migration trends
by Jim Dalrymple II May 4
Is now a good time to buy a home? Agents confront mortgage riddle
Buyers have watched mortgage rates shoot from 3% to 5% this year alone, and that common refrain — 'Is it really the best time to buy?' — is always top of mind for clients, agents told Inman
by Daniel Houston May 4
Why the two 'bombshell lawsuits' will probably be duds
Opinion
The certification of the class in Sitzer/Burnett v. NAR is only an initial procedural step and there are serious issues with the plaintiff’s complaint. Still, however, the industry needs to proactively address the underlying issues regarding agent compensation
by Bernice Ross May 4
Win or lose, how to manage your client’s expectations
Opinion
The complexity of the current real estate market means that client relationships can sour quickly. That's why it's vital to set appropriate expectations upfront
by Jenny Usaj May 4