A 'herky jerky' start to the spring buyer season isn't deterring agents
Economic anxiety and rising mortgage rates curbed hopes of a robust spring, but economists tell Inman a strong new-home market offers a sliver of hope that the coming months will be better
by Marian McPherson May 1
5 reasons marketing your listings to other agents still wins deals
A structured approach to outreach is your best friend when it comes to getting your next listing in front of the most active buyer agents in your market, trainer Bernice Ross writes
by Bernice Ross May 1
Shrinking economy bolsters the case for a June Fed rate cut
Advance GDP reading suggests the economy shrank by 0.3% during Q1, as a rush by businesses to import goods before tariffs took hold and government spending cuts dented growth
by Matt Carter Apr 30
Pending home sales jump as buyers eye lower mortgage rates
Contract signings jumped 6.1% in March. That represents the biggest monthly gain since December 2023, according to the National Association of Realtors
by Richelle Hammiel Apr 30
Fannie Mae forecasting higher 2025 inflation, slower growth
Slowing economy could also help bring mortgage rates down to Earth more rapidly, with the latest forecast predicting rates will drop to 6.2% by the end of this year and to 6% next year
by Matt Carter Apr 30
Stand out this spring: 5 proven moves to outpace the competition
When you know the strengths, weaknesses and gaps in your business, your competition and your market, you don't chase growth — you attract it, broker Amy Stockberger writes
by Amy Stockberger Apr 30
Mortgage rates ease as economic data flashes recession warning
Consumer confidence sank to a 5-year low in April over concerns about tariffs, while trade deficit surged to an all-time high in March, and job postings shrank more than expected
by Matt Carter Apr 29
NAR hate speech policy poised for disruption under Texas Senate bill
Under Senate Bill 2713, professional organizations like the National Association of Realtors would be prohibited from denying membership based on speech violations, regardless of existing bylaws
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 29
Trump's 1st 100 days in office and its impact on real estate
Opinion
What the rest of this year will look like under Trump 2.0 with regard to real estate is anyone’s guess. Cara Ameer breaks down the possibilities, problems and opportunities
by Cara Ameer Apr 29
Home prices climbed in February — but the momentum is cooling
The FHFA HPI and S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices posted a 3.9% annual increase in February. While that marks another year of gains, the data shows that price growth has moderated
by Richelle Hammiel Apr 29
Anywhere grows revenue to $1.2B during first quarter of 2025
The franchisor's performance was driven by its luxury brands. President and CEO Ryan Schneider also reaffirmed during an investors' call the company's stance on Clear Cooperation
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 29
In like a lion: 10 ways to grab market share this spring
You don’t need to hustle harder this spring, broker-owner Amy Stockberger writes. You need to systematize smarter to develop repeat and referral clients as the foundation of your business
by Amy Stockberger Apr 29
Naples estate shatters Florida home sale record with $225M sale
The waterfront estate has become the most expensive residential transaction in state history and the 2nd-priciest in the country
by Richelle Hammiel Apr 28
Fewer consumers think it's a good time to buy — or sell: Inman-Dig poll
Rapid fluctuations in tariff policies have the economy and the stock market in a volatile state, which is weighing heavily on consumers, the April Inman-Dig Insights consumer survey shows
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 28
5 fresh ways real estate pros can earn passive income this spring
The smartest agents aren’t just selling homes anymore, branding and marketing expert Alyssa Stalker writes. They’re building scalable income ecosystems that grow with them
by Alyssa Stalker Apr 26
Keller Williams franchise grabs 20-agent team in Chicago suburbs 
Realty Executives Premiere and its 20 agents joined KW Premiere Properties to serve the greater Chicagoland. The firm transacted $130M in sales volume last year
by Taylor Anderson Apr 25