Fannie, Freddie regulator issues dozens of orders out of public eye
FHFA Director Bill Pulte tells 'crypto influencer' he's signed more than 80 orders revamping policies and procedures at the mortgage giants, only 12 of which have been made public
by Matt Carter May 2
20 statements to help you identify your go-to team members
Trainer Bernice Ross offers an illuminating true or false quiz to help you identify the members of your professional circle who can help you achieve more
by Bernice Ross Apr 8
CFPB tightening underwriting for PACE energy improvement loans
PACE lenders object to rule requiring them to evaluate borrowers' ability to repay and provide more comprehensive disclosures so homeowners can comparison shop for other financing
by Matt Carter Dec 17
RealReports, Pearl Certification agree to energy data integration
Customers of RealReports can now access in-home energy insights from Pearl Certification, a provider of property energy analytics
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 10
Ready to renovate a rental? Add these features to attract tenants
Between tenants and looking to stand out in your rental market? Ryan Barone shares the improvements to make to build equity and get your flat filled
by Ryan Barone Oct 4
The top 7 amenities luxury homebuyers want in 2024
Luxury homebuyers are willing to pay top dollar for the amenities they want, but they’re very selective, Realtor Jonathan Pressman writes. Here are the most sought-after amenities this year
Value of promoting sustainability in listings keeps falling, Realtors say
An Inman analysis of NAR data on residential sustainability over the past 7 years reveals that fewer agents and brokers believe touting energy efficiency in listings elicits meaningful results
Stricter rules eyed for controversial PACE energy improvement loans
Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) loans can burden homeowners with higher property tax bills that heighten the risk they'll get behind on their mortgages, federal regulators say
by Matt Carter May 2
3 unexpected uses for smart shades
Opinion
Improving the look and lighting in a home doesn't have to be complicated. Check out these innovative uses for smart shades — tech-savvy solutions that homeowners can leverage
by Brandon Doyle Apr 8
What agents need to know about rigid foam insulation
Insulation, when installed properly, can significantly cut down energy costs, reduce noise, keep pests out, waterproof structures and minimize air filtration. Educate yourself on all the options so you can help your clients in their decision-making process
by Gerard Splendore Oct 5
What’s Next? Top design trends to expect post-pandemic
As we look ahead to the world post-pandemic, here are the trends that experts, agents and designers are seeing in home design and decor
by Christy Murdock Apr 30
A third of Realtors bought or sold a 'green' home in the past year
Thirty-two percent of respondents of a National Association of Realtors survey say they were involved in buying or selling a property that had eco-friendly features in the past year
by Andrea V. Brambila Apr 23
10 New Year's resolutions for homeowners
Opinion
Here are 10 easy things to remind your clients of
by Nicole Solari Dec 30