My journey through inventory hell had a fairy tale ending
Opinion
When my fiancée and I began house hunting as first-time homebuyers in December 2020, we were told the market was extremely competitive. Little did we know just how bad it was
by Rachel Mastandrea Apr 13
Joe Biden wins 2020 presidential election
Here's what a Biden presidency may mean for the real estate industry
by Patrick Kearns Nov 7
A superior virtual tour will answer these 10 questions
Answering these questions live will give your prospective buyers the best virtual tour experience
by Nicole Solari Jun 8
Why I recommend Credit Karma to my clients
Opinion
By understanding what Credit Karma does and how it works, you'll put yourself in a better position as an agent to help potential buyers improve their credit score
by Bill Gassett May 29
80% of buyers have had timeline interrupted by COVID-19: OJO
Many consumers are lowering their targeted price point in case another pandemic comes, according to the survey
by Patrick Kearns Apr 30
The anxiety of homebuying in the time of coronavirus
Opinion
A first-time buyer — Inman reporter Andrea Brambila — goes through a day of socially distanced showings and wonders how to make the right choice while existing in a bubble
by Andrea V. Brambila Apr 23
The Homebuyer Files: 3 first-time homeowners on why they purchased
Three first-time homeowners shared how an impending marriage, a growing family and the desire to build equity pushed them to make the purchase of a lifetime
by Marian McPherson Feb 26
How teams help first-time homebuyers
Opinion
It’s key for Realtor success that new homebuyers know you and your team.
by Jay Dongieux Dec 19
Lead-generation game changer: How 60-second Instagram videos have transformed my business
Instagram and IGTV give you a unique platform to engage with potential leads. Use it to reach people before you even meet
by Melissa  Gomez Oct 13
Dear Marketing Mastermind: Who are you talking to?
Opinion
Whether you’re creating content or designing a website, it’s important to remember who your audience is and how to effectively reach them
by Christy Murdock Jun 11
5 tips that'll put your first-time buyers at ease (and get you stellar reviews)
Reel in first-time buyers by educating them on the process and giving them financial health tips
by Romana King May 6
Introverted? 4 tips for marketing without picking up the phone
How to market to your database without employing extrovert tactics like cold calling, door-knocking or popping by
by Erin Green Apr 9
6 tips for throwing a successful first-time homebuyer event
Buying your first home without regrets: 24 mistakes to avoid
Opinion
Minimize some of the roadblocks along the path to happy homeownership
by Sharron St. John Sep 26
What a savvy real estate agent could do to get me in a home
To snag a millennial buyer, you just have to be available
by Dani Vanderboegh Dec 13