Real Estate Markets & Economy
Reports released on Thursday by Redfin and Realtor.com show that homesellers are increasingly motivated to sell, especially in lower price ranges and on single-family homes
The hard part comes after the deal closes. Howard W. 'Hoby' Hanna tells you how to retain agents, reassure clients and lead through the uncertainty of a merger
Nationally, prices grew at the slowest level since 2023, according to the S&P Cotality Case-Shiller July Index. Although that hurts homeowners now, economists said it hints at a healthier market
The share of mortgaged homeowners with rates of at least 6 percent has risen to nearly 20 percent, Redfin said, signaling the potential end of a years-long 'lock-in effect'
NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said lower mortgage rates were bringing buyers to market. Bright MLS Chief Economist Dr. Lisa Sturtevant said hopes for a fall rebound should stay tempered
A renewed interest from homebuyer clients has been offset by lost ground with sellers, agents across the country tell Intel. It's testing their newfound hope for the year ahead
In case you were head down in the Compass merger news last week, we've put together a roundup of the market stats and how-tos you may have missed
While Monique Hill and her husband were undergoing foreclosure proceedings, former agent Oscar Dais created, signed and notarized a fake deed in Hill's maiden name without her knowledge
Lock in with Inman’s ongoing coverage of the Compass-Anywhere merger — from deal details to what it means for the future of real estate. And be sure to check back often for updates
Increased homebuying affordability, more inventory and fewer competing buyers may lead to a prime week for homebuyers in October, leading to conditions like a '2nd spring market'
The National Flood Insurance Program is set to lapse on Sept. 30, and federal agencies critical to processing mortgage paperwork like HUD, FHA, VA, USDA and the IRS face staff reductions
Sales slowed month-over-month to an annualized rate of 4M homes sold this year, according to a new report released Thursday by NAR
Brokerage leaders constantly make decisions due to change in our businesses, Claudia Stallings writes. But when monumental shifts occur, whether planned or not, there are always choices
Opinion
The Los Angeles housing market has an albatross around its neck called the United to House LA (ULA) or 'mansion' tax. Danny Brown explains why it's a failed experiment
Opinion
Kirk’s assassination may reshape real estate sentiment and buyer behavior. Jeremy Brazoban explores 5 takeaways on how tragedy can ripple through housing markets and client psychology
The 20.5% increase was unexpected and reversed a trend of lower new-home sales thus far in 2025
Should your clients look at a condo or townhouse as their starter-home option? As with all things in real estate, location is everything