Redfin is right: Why crime data doesn’t equate to ‘safety’
Opinion
Redfin proclaiming that no real estate site should show neighborhood crime data is a pretty bold call to action. Here's why I agree with it — and why you should give strong consideration to not displaying those statistics on your websites
by Jay Thompson Dec 15
Landlords more likely to respond to renters with white-sounding names
Property managers' lack of response to applicants of color contributes to housing segregation by race, according to a new study by the National Bureau of Economic Research
'Bias has no place in appraisal': Appraisal Institute president
Opinion
Appraisal Institute's president Rodman Schley is addressing unconscious bias, amping up diverse recruiting and partnering with others who are also working to do what is right
by Rodman Schley Nov 24
NAR: Closing the racial wealth gap has to be a Realtor priority
Trade group's outgoing president Charlie Oppler says, 'Diversity has to be our culture'
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 12
How pocket listings cast aside minority homebuyers
5 housing experts explain how pocket listings impact the struggle for equity and inclusion in US housing stock, creating de facto segregation
by Marian McPherson Nov 2
Are love letters so bad? Real estate attorney weighs in: Real (Estate) Talk
Unfortunately, not every seller works with an agent who is committed to fair housing beyond the logo on flyers. To that point, Oregon has been a trailblazer in banning love letters. Should other states follow? Closing attorney Mehrnush Saadat shares her thoughts
by Lee Davenport Oct 21
'Master bedroom' nixed from MLS listings in parts of Kentucky, Ohio
Some fair-housing advocates argue the language for a home's primary bedroom and bathroom carries an uncomfortable racial connotation
by Daniel Houston Oct 7
3 moments that shifted M. Ryan Gorman's leadership approach
Coldwell Banker CEO M. Ryan Gorman shares how his childhood, a team intervention and a NAREB conference shifted his approach. Read about the 3 moments that sharpened Gorman's leadership skills ahead of his appearance at Inman Connect Las Vegas
by Marian McPherson Sep 9
Deep dive into mortgage data claims glaring racial disparities
Journalists at watchdog say credit scores and algorithms used by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could be to blame
by Matt Carter Aug 26
3 looming shifts that could change real estate
Opinion
Increased regulatory enforcement and the ending of IC status are just a few of the possible changes that could greatly impact the way we do business. Here's what agents should prepare for
by Bernice Ross Jul 29
Local video platform Explore My Town adds Canva library, leadership council: Inman Review:
Opinion
The localized video production assistance company has upgraded its offering by providing users with a full creative library from Canva
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 16
Here's one simple thing new agents can do to avoid trouble
Opinion
Know where the line is between excellent customer service and getting into areas that are beyond the scope of a real estate agent. Here's why
by Teresa Boardman Jul 15
Realtor.com launches microsite with fair housing resources
Visitors to 'Realtor.com for Everyone' are able to search for Realtors who have completed NAR’s At Home with Diversity certification
Ohio's largest MLS ditches 'Coming Soon' status
MLS Now says the status caused 'unintended consequences' and has been the most common complaint among agents in the past year
by Andrea V. Brambila Jun 24