The top 10 friendliest US cities for first-time homebuyers right now
What's the matter with Kansas? Not a thing as Wichita shot to the top of Zillow's analysis of the 10 friendliest cities for first-time homebuyers on Thursday. Midwestern cities fared well overall
by Ben Verde Dec 8
Need clients? Here's how to capture and convert the 6 major buyer types
Converting leads into clients isn’t easy, but knowing various types of clients and how to market to them will help
by Chris Heller Nov 29
Homesellers are slashing prices. Here's how to spot deals right away
Homebuyers searching for price cuts on search portals are sure to get lucky if they check on this specific day of the week and check back again after 3 weeks, according to a new analysis by Zillow
by Daniel Houston Nov 7
Homebuyers show signs of pulling back as mortgage rates move again
Tour requests to Redfin agents fell 7% and mortgage applications declined 13% during the week ending Oct. 1. 'Mortgage rates well over 6% are spooking homebuyers,' Redfin says
by Ben Verde Oct 7
Zillow launches street-view home searching with Apple Maps
Homebuyers can now get a street-view look at listings, thanks to Zillow's newest integration with Apple Maps. Dubbed 'Look Around,' the feature is available in 19 markets
by Marian McPherson Oct 6
Redfin adds down payment assistance feature to website
Starting Thursday, homebuyers can scout down payment assistance programs on Redfin listings, thanks to the brokerage's new partnership with Down Payment Resource
by Marian McPherson Oct 6
Help your buyers decide whether or not to waive the appraisal contingency
When it comes to appraisals there are plenty of opinions to go around. Understanding the pros and cons of contract contingencies is essential for you and your client
by Bill Gassett Sep 22
4 ways to help first-time homebuyers map out their way to a new home
The road to becoming a first-time homeowner is filled with challenges for buyers and agents. Planning a well thought out route for these special transactions can help both you and your client stay on course in any type of market
by April Murphy Sep 7
Buyers are leaning on contingencies to bail out of deals, Redfin CEO says
During his latest appearance on CNBC, Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman shared how buyers and sellers are locked in a battle of the wills as the market slowly shifts in buyers' favor
by Marian McPherson Sep 1
WATCH: How being picky about your financing options can pay off
At Inman Connect Las Vegas, John Paasonen of Maxwell and Robert Foos of Knock said agents and buyers have an opportunity to be selective in the current market when it comes to financing
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 24
Homebuyers with lower credit scores pay hundreds more: Study
The homebuyers with 'fair' credit scores can pay up to $288 more per month than those with 'excellent' scores, according to a new study by Zillow
by Ben Verde Jul 28
Douglas Elliman starts homebuyer personal assistant platform
The complimentary platform 'Elliman Showroom' will combine the services of a personal assistant with a dashboard of recommended vendors to help clients with the move-in process
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 12
Forget what you know about retirees. Here's what they're looking for now
Opinion
Don't be discouraged if your newly retired homebuyer clients are taking their time. These clients know what they want and are willing to wait for the perfect home
by Luke Babich Jul 7
Don't let the market define you: 3 ways to reset your attitude
Opinion
The recent market shift has some real estate professionals responding out of fear. Instead, dig down and get in touch with the fundamentals to develop a service-oriented approach that will win the day
by Todd Duncan Jun 30
Americans know more about Kim Kardashian than homebuying
Nearly 90% of Americans know how many children Kim Kardashian has, but fewer than 33% know how to get pre-approved for a mortgage, according to a new survey from Zillow
by Marian McPherson Jun 17