Apartment starts hit a 40-year high in 2023. Don't expect a repeat
After the hottest year for new units since the 1980s, 2024 may see a reprieve in the number of new rentals coming online, with CoStar projecting a 25% pullback
by Ben Verde Jan 12
Declining mortgage rates bring new-year market thaw: Redfin
Mortgage purchase applications and new listings have improved in recent weeks, thanks to a 25% decline in mortgage rates from October's peak of nearly 8%
by Marian McPherson Jan 11
This city in upstate New York is Zillow's hottest market of 2024
Zillow is once again predicting that more affordable markets will be the ones to watch in 2024, with Buffalo, New York, taking the top spot
by Ben Verde Jan 4
Inventory boost expected to slow rent growth to 1.5%
A coming boost in apartment inventory is expected to dramatically slow rent growth in 2024; however, it's expected to still be a tough year for renters as affordability worsens
by Marian McPherson Jan 2
Rates keep falling, and buyers and sellers are springing into action
Listings and pending sales hit the highest level in roughly a year, according to a new report from Redfin. Still, a record number of contracts were canceled
by Taylor Anderson Dec 15
Fed Chair Powell's attempt to deflate rate-cut expectations flops
Rates keep falling as fresh data pours in, with investors who fund most mortgages still convinced the Federal Reserve will begin lowering rates in the spring to avoid strangling the economy
by Matt Carter Dec 1
Americans' average mortgage payment falls $164 in November
A dip in the weekly average for 30-year mortgage rates dropped the average mortgage payment to $2,575 in November, and homebuyers are taking advantage
by Marian McPherson Nov 30
5 things every agent needs to do now for a successful 2024
CEO and new Inman contributor Christa Huffstickler walks you through proven strategies for planning ahead and building the business of your dreams in the next year
Elton John's Atlanta condo sells for nearly 50% more than asking
The $7.225M sale of the 13,300-square-foot unit marks one of the priciest condo sales ever in Atlanta. The 'Rocket Man' singer parted ways with the unit after wrapping his farewell tour
Inman Influencers want agents to get ahead in 2024. Here's the plan
Members of the inaugural class of Inman Influencers told agents during a roundtable discussion to wield video, defy the market, get a coach and shed fears of rejection to succeed in the new year
Despite high cost to finance, home prices hit new heights in August
Housing prices increased 0.4% between July and August and were up 2.6% on an annual basis, representing new highs in many markets
by Ben Verde Oct 31
Buffett, Munger foresee 'hollowed out' downtowns as offices empty
Warren Buffett and his partner Charlie Munger see distress in commercial real estate, which could spell trouble for lenders and opportunity for investors. ‘The buildings don’t go away,’ Buffett said
by Taylor Anderson Oct 24
David Marine on AI, storytelling and being 'dunked' by Shaq at Gen Blue
The Coldwell Banker CMO discussed with Inman highlights from the company's Gen Blue event this year, which included a highly unscripted interview with NBA giant Shaquille O'Neal
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 19
What to expect at Coldwell Banker's Gen Blue 2023 Atlanta
This year's event, which will focus on the theme of storytelling, will highlight how agents can leverage AI, storytelling, best recruitment practices and more to grow their businesses
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 16
Glennda Baker and her 'Diamond Squad' head to Coldwell Banker
The Atlanta-based broker is leaving Ansley Real Estate with Christie’s International and taking her team, known as 'The Diamond Squad,' along with her to Coldwell Banker Realty, Inman has learned
by Marian McPherson Oct 12