real estate economist
In this exclusive series on Inman, Windermere’s Principal Economist Jeff Tucker looks at jobs, interest rates and more numbers to know right now
by Jeff Tucker Feb 18
How AI may be driving interest rates higher: Redfin economist
Lenders are pouring money into AI, Redfin's Daryl Fairweather said. As a result, there's less capital leftover for loans on everyday items
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 17
Mortgage group: Affordability woes could end the American Dream
The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) is ringing the alarm with its latest white paper, saying affordability is stopping Americans from achieving life milestones like homeownership and starting families
by Marian McPherson Feb 17
The heyday of the cash homebuyer seems to be over (at least for now)
As mortgage rates remain lower and buyers continue to have the upper hand in most markets across the US, many are opting out of paying for homes in cash
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 17
Opendoor pushes AI pivot amid stock volatility
Investor scrutiny has grown lately as the iBuyer bets AI tools can improve margins in a shaky housing market
by Nick Pipitone Feb 17
What to do when it takes longer to sell your listings: Now Streaming
Coach Darryl Davis walks you step-by-step through pricing, showing feedback and managing client expectations effectively
by Inman Feb 13
Housing outlook 2026
Based in part on comments from Zillow executives this week, the housing analyst casts a bearish outlook for the housing market in 2026
by Taylor Anderson Feb 13
Federal Housing Finance Agency
Opinion
If you're someone who believes fair housing should mean fair housing for everyone, LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance President Tommie Wehrle writes, it's time to get involved and lend your voice
by Tommie Wehrle Feb 12
Existing-home sales tank 8.4% in January amid winter chill
Homebuyers were likely dissuaded by extreme winter weather and shifting rates, causing existing-home sales to see a significant decline in January
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 12
These inventory-strapped housing markets just can’t catch a break
It's not just the biggest inventory gainers that have seen their stream of for-sale homes slow. Some of America's most listing-starved metros are once again losing ground. Dive deeper with Inman Market View's interactive maps and charts
by Daniel Houston Feb 12
Here's how much homebuyer affordability has improved this year
Affordability is improving in 37 out of the 50 most populous metros in the US as rates come down and incomes rise. However, homeownership is still out of reach for most in pricey coastal markets
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 11
What you need to know about the House's new affordability bill
The Housing for the 21st Century Act passed on Monday, which aims to improve affordability through zoning, financing and regulatory overhauls. The bill will go to the Senate next
by Marian McPherson Feb 11
real estate is a service business
Consumers are attracted by great products but retained by great service. Zac Kennedy breaks down how to 'click' from ruthless product marketer to empathetic service provider
by Zac Kennedy Feb 11
Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show
Opinion
In honor of the convergence of DtMF, Black History Month and Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara County, Dr. Lee Davenport looks back at the ‘Godfather of Silicon Valley,’ Roy Lee Clay Sr.
by Lee Davenport Feb 10
running a brokerage in 2026
The playbooks that worked 3 years ago are dead. Nick Schlekeway breaks down what broker-owners face today and the assumptions they must abandon to survive
by Nick Schlekeway Feb 10
Loving the Olympics? Take a peek into Milan's property market
Prime residential properties in Milan saw a 7% price increase between Q2 2024 and Q2 2025. Feast your eyes on a few of the city's luxury listings