Pandemic relocation boom wanes as remote work, cheap houses fade
The share of US homebuyers looking to move to a different city declined for the 3rd straight month in November, according to a new report from Redfin
by Ben Verde Jan 2
Better news for buyers, more commission scrutiny: Inman Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers
by Dani Vanderboegh Dec 8
Zillow predicts a 'breather year' for homebuyers in 2024
Homebuyers will have slightly more homes to choose from at slightly more agreeable prices in the new year, according to the portal's 2024 forecast
by Ben Verde Nov 30
Mortgage rates overtake inventory as biggest worry for agents: Triple-I
After exceeding 8% in October, rising mortgage rates overtook 'lack of housing inventory' as the top concern for real estate agents, according to the latest monthly Inman Intel Index results.
by Chris LeBarton Nov 21
Confused about your commission? Your client will be too: LeBarton
The industry is still unpacking the Sitzer | Burnett verdict and its impact on commissions, Inman Director of Research Chris LeBarton told Intel. After that, expect even more queries from clients
by Daniel Houston Nov 15
The 2023 homebuyer: Wealthier, older and less likely to be white
The median household income of the typical United States homebuyer jumped 22% between 2022 and 2023, according to a new study
by Ben Verde Nov 13
The role of the buyer's agent isn't ending. It's evolving
Former arbitrage trader, current team leader and new Inman contributor Jen Berbas speaks to the vital due diligence role real estate professionals play for consumers, even after Sitzer et al
by Jen Berbas Nov 13
The activity with best ROI? It's old-school networking, Intel poll shows
Agents are doubling down on networking to drive business in tough times, according to results from the Inman Intel Index, excerpts of which are available to Select subscribers for the first time
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 25
Serving Gen Z and millennial homebuyers from click to close
For new Inman contributor Mariel Pamintuan-Esguerra, relating the needs of younger clients to features in the local market's housing stock helps improve buyer service
Zillow launches new feature for home search by school district
The feature allows homebuyers to select a school district and displays school attendance zone boundaries and homes available for rent or for sale within those boundaries
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 12
7 ways to hook first-time buyers (before they're ready to buy)
Keller Williams Head of Inclusion and Belonging Julia Lashay Israel offers insights on providing education and information that converts would-be buyers into long-time clients
The pandemic broke open houses. Can a financial downturn fix them?
Open houses have been on the decline for decades, with a typical seller hosting just 1 open house before a sale. But an Intel review of data shows a downturn could breathe new life into the practice
by Marian McPherson Sep 20
Nearly half of Better's mortgage business now comes from partners
Better's market share has shrunk by more than 70% in the last year as it focuses on making more profitable loans, with partners like Ally Bank and American Express generating 42% of business
by Matt Carter Aug 29
Texas, Florida buyers are trading civil rights for affordability: Redfin
Residents in Florida and Texas would rather live in states with abortion care and LGBTQ rights, but affordability worries force them to stay in their current states, according to a new Redfin survey
by Marian McPherson Aug 16
A small home with a baby stroller in front
The annual paycheck for a 1st-time homebuyer is roughly $64,500 to afford the typical US 'starter' home in 2023 — up 13% from a year ago, according to a report from Redfin
by Ben Verde Jul 28