Homebuyers perk up as mortgage rates hit lowest level in 2 months
Requests for purchase loans were up 4% last week compared to the week before, but down 20% from the same time a year ago, Mortgage Bankers Association's weekly survey of lenders finds
by Matt Carter Nov 22
Existing-home sales fall to 13-year low despite strong buyer demand
Existing sales fell 4.1% in October to an annual rate of 3.79M, the lowest since 2010, according to data from NAR. Nonetheless, multiple offers are still happening, economist Lawrence Yun said
by Ben Verde Nov 21
Mortgage rates overtake inventory as biggest worry for agents: Triple-I
After exceeding 8% in October, rising mortgage rates overtook 'lack of housing inventory' as the top concern for real estate agents, according to the latest monthly Inman Intel Index results.
by Chris LeBarton Nov 21
Technology is key to helping landlords attract college students
RentRedi CEO Ryan Barone writes that from smart home enhancements to mobile-friendly tech services, technology is the key to helping college-town landlords thrive in today's market
by Ryan Barone Nov 21
7 ways to show appreciation this Thanksgiving
Don't let the negative headlines get in your head, writes coach and trainer Darryl Davis. Find out how you can come from a positive place and put your best face forward right now
by Darryl Davis Nov 20
Rental concessions rise as new inventory comes online
Thirty percent of rentals advertised on Zillow in October offered concessions of some sort, such as free parking or free months of rent, even as rental rates remain high
by Ben Verde Nov 20
Have a take on today's market, or what's to come in 2024? Inman Intel is listening!
Please add your voice to the Triple-I, the real estate industry's most ambitious monthly survey
by Chris LeBarton Nov 20
8 things to remember amid market and consumer upheaval
Right now, agents are feeling overwhelmed by potential changes post-Sitzer. Coach Darryl Davis offers wisdom and action steps to shore up your business for the tumultuous market ahead
by Darryl Davis Nov 18
Housing starts increased in October as builder sentiment fell
Housing starts rose 1.9% from September to reach a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.372M
by Ben Verde Nov 17
Mr. Beef is a mansion? Under Chicago's proposed tax, yes
Since its appraised value is over $1M, the iconic Italian beef stand would incur significantly higher transfer taxes in a sale if Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed 'mansion tax' passes
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 17
Builder sentiment falls again, but lower inflation a cause for optimism
October saw builder confidence in the market for newly built single family homes fall 6 points to a measure of 34, the lowest level since December 2022
by Ben Verde Nov 16
Up your game with these hot tips from NAR's buyer and seller data
NAR’s 2023 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers has just been released and it’s packed with insights that can help you take your business to the next level in 2024
by Bernice Ross Nov 16
Mortgage rates post biggest 1-day drop since onset of the pandemic
Tuesday's big drop in rates followed an encouraging inflation report, with bond market investors now convinced the Federal Reserve is done hiking rates and may reverse course in the spring
by Matt Carter Nov 15
The Agency's president on strategic steps for success in 2024
According to The Agency's Rainy Hake Austin, meeting the challenges of 2024 requires you to get in touch with an essential truth about the real estate business: You've never arrived
by Rainy Hake Austin Nov 15
Confused about your commission? Your client will be too: LeBarton
The industry is still unpacking the Sitzer | Burnett verdict and its impact on commissions, Inman Director of Research Chris LeBarton told Intel. After that, expect even more queries from clients
by Daniel Houston Nov 15
Need leads? Try this easy approach to high-probability door knocking
Bernice Ross talks to long-time Bay Area broker-owner and trainer Jerry Kidd about how to integrate so-called old-fashioned marketing methods into a winning formula for growth
by Bernice Ross Nov 15