The Iran War's impact on the US housing market, explained
The economic shocks are compounding. The housing market is paying the price
by Nick Pipitone May 4
The best-kept 'secret' mortgage: What you need to know to get one
Bernice Ross talks through the pros and cons of all-in-one mortgages from first-hand experience
by Bernice Ross Apr 30
Mortgage applications rise as purchase demand strengthens
Mortgage rates rose amid geopolitical volatility after briefly dipping below 6% earlier in March
by AJ LaTrace Mar 11
higher-rate market
Don't leave buyers high and dry amid higher interest rates, coach Verl Workman writes. Develop financial and negotiation strategies to tap into the market, and help clients win
by Verl Workman Jan 13
50-year mortgage
Author and broker Dr. Lee Davenport explores the pros and cons of the 50-year mortgage for consumers and advises caution
by Lee Davenport Dec 3
50-year mortgages
Opinion
A 50-year mortgage is not a financial trap, broker Holly Brink writes. It's a tool that's designed to give homebuyers more ways to win in today's market
by Holly Brink Nov 13
Mortgage rates just hit a new 2025 low. They might be stuck there.
MBA forecasts rates will probably stay right where they are now in 2026, as investors have already priced in future Fed rate cuts. But look for 3 years of steady growth in home sales ahead
by Matt Carter Oct 22
A globe to represent foreign buyer trends for 2025.
At a time when many American buyers are hesitant, new contributor Yuval Golan says the international investment in US real estate is growing
by Yuval Golan Oct 7
Robert Reffkin, mortgage moves, Serhant family: Inman’s Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers
by Dani Vanderboegh Sep 19
Homeowners rush to refinance as mortgage rates hit 2025 low
Homebuyer loan applications flooded in last week at the 2nd-highest level of the year. Demand for adjustable-rate mortgage loans is at the highest level since 2008
by Matt Carter Sep 17
How to help buyers understand interest-only mortgages
Understanding the ins and outs of financing options, including interest-only mortgages, makes you a valuable resource for educating your clients, Clever's Luke Babich writes
by Luke Babich Aug 13
Homebuyers sue brokerage they allege steered them to lender
Raleigh Realty and CrossCountry Mortgage are accused in 6 separate lawsuits of operating an illegal 'pay-to-play' scheme in violation of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA)
by Matt Carter Aug 5
These are the 31 markets where home prices have fallen the most
Price softening continues to spread from the Sunbelt into the Western U.S., and the inventory of homes for sale is growing at an accelerating pace, ICE Mortgage Technology reports
by Matt Carter Jul 7
Homebuyers get cold feet as mortgage rates rebound
Mortgage rates are climbing back toward 7% on fears that tariffs could reignite inflation, but Fed Chair Jerome Powell warns policymakers would be challenged if unemployment also rises
by Matt Carter Apr 16
Does your 'date-the-rate' advice constitute deceptive advertising?
CEO and new Inman contributor Jillayne Schlicke explains how common phrases around financing and interest rates can land you and your business in hot water
by Jillayne Schlicke Jan 30