Harris takes on institutional investors, rent price algorithms
Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled potential Harris-Walz housing policy at a campaign stop Friday with a focus on reining in institutional investors and rental management platforms
by Marian McPherson Aug 16
Rescuing the American Dream through smart tax incentives
Opinion
Industry veteran Alex Perriello says that to fix the affordability problem in America, agents need to get involved, and smart tax incentives need to be offered
by Alex Perriello Aug 15
A picture of a multi-unit building to symbolize multifamily real estate market
Teachers can now afford 47.9% of rental apartments within commuting distance of their schools, an increase from 40.7% the previous year, Redfin reported on Wednesday
by Richelle Hammiel Aug 14
What the presidential candidates plan to do about affordable housing
Opinion
Curious about the candidates' housing plans? Inman contributor Rachael Hite rounded up each campaign's talking points so that you can decide which policy might have a positive impact
by Rachael Hite Aug 9
Lesson Learned: Continually seek opportunities for improvement
Find out how Orlando-based Premier Sotheby's International Realty agent and Miss Florida USA, Peyton Lewis, focuses on self-awareness, growth and goals to meet challenges head on
by Dani Vanderboegh Aug 6
Younger homebuyers say they'd sacrifice safety for affordability
Despite safety ranking high among buyer concerns, house hunters say they're willing to consider purchasing in a high-risk area in exchange for affordable housing, according to a new report
by Richelle Hammiel Aug 5
Brad Inman: Be decisive, practice self-care and be present
To get through the industry's perfect storm, the Inman News founder told ICLV attendees to 'think big [and] act big, because the goddamn problem is very big'
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 31
President Biden's 5% rent cap falls flat with industry leaders
President Biden proposed the idea of a 5% rent cap for corporate landlords with at least 50 units on Tuesday. However, industry leaders say caps rarely result in lower housing costs for renters
by Marian McPherson Jul 16
From teen mom to luxury broker, Sharelle Rosado hustled to the top
Sharelle Rosado's grit and determination helped her rise up from humble beginnings to become one of Tampa's top agents. 'If you dream something, no matter how big it is, go for it,' she said
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 16
The key to fixing the world's home affordability mess is in front of us
Opinion
The one-two punch of government action and private sector innovation is the right formula for fixing the affordable housing mess, which has grown into a global epidemic, writes Brad Inman
by Brad Inman Jun 13
Bay Area rail workers allegedly built secret apartments in train stations
Two railway workers in the Bay Area are facing felony charges for allegedly building secret apartments in 2 train stations
by Ben Verde Apr 10
Newcastle Courtyards persists in court challenge to Measure ULA
The group filed a brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, requesting the court overturn the dismissal of their lawsuit seeking to end the transfer tax on sales priced $5M and up
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 10
Spain to eliminate 'golden visa' program for foreign investors
The program, which allows non-EU citizens who invest 500K euros in Spanish real estate 3 years of residency, will be eliminated amidst affordability concerns, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said
St. Louis, The Arch, Missouri
First-time homebuyers made up half of all homebuyers in St. Louis in 2023, according to Zillow. That's the highest share the city has seen since at least 2017
by Ben Verde Apr 5
California legislator proposes $1.25B affordable housing bill
Rep. Adam Schiff announced The Affordable Housing Conversion Act on Tuesday, which allocates $1.25B over 5 years to convert government-owned buildings into affordable housing
by Marian McPherson Apr 2