More sellers are dropping their prices, but buyers see little relief
15 percent of homesellers dropped their asking price during the four-week period ending May 1, compared to nine percent of sellers last year
by Ben Verde May 9
10 unique strategies to create listings where there are none
Opinion
Generating listings in today's competitive market can be done — as long as you have the marketing savvy and tech tools to help you. Bernice Ross spells out some top options to consider for your business
by Bernice Ross Apr 19
Millennials ditching starter homes will lead summer inventory boost
Realtor.com's latest housing report revealed 64% of homesellers plan to list their homes by October. Millennials are primed to lead the charge as they ditch starter homes for bigger abodes
by Marian McPherson Apr 6
Hurry up or wait: The big question on every buyer's mind this spring
Just as homebuyers have learned to navigate soaring prices, sinking inventory and bidding wars, the housing market has reached a new level of madness. Will it all boil over this spring?
by Marian McPherson Mar 14
Zillow cancels 400 Zillow Offers contracts due to closing restraints
Hundreds of sellers awaiting new builds will have to sell their homes another way after Zillow canceled contracts for closings set for late 2022 through its defunct iBuyer, Zillow Offers
by Marian McPherson Nov 30
Houston Association of Realtors debuts home showing platform
Starting Thursday, HAR's 45,000 members can schedule and manage home showings through ShowingSmart. A mobile app will be available early 2022
by Marian McPherson Nov 11
Opendoor launches partnership with new-home platform BDX
Thanks to a partnership with Builders Digital Experience, homeowners can request an Opendoor cash offer through new home search platform NewHomeSource.com
by Marian McPherson Sep 23
Are real estate commissions going down? Not so much
Opinion
If home prices are at an all-time high, how can we say that commissions are going down? Here's what agents might not be noticing when it comes to their commission
by Teresa Boardman Aug 12
Defend your commission: 5 reasons you're worth it
Handle the commission objection with confidence, and know your value. These five reasons illustrate why you’re worth every penny
by Darryl Davis Jul 22
Inman Handbook: Home staging in the midst of a red-hot market
3 experts explain the ins and outs of staging and its value, even in a market where buyers are snapping up available homes like hotcakes
by Marian McPherson May 17
A Coldwell Banker broker shares what it's like to be a seller right now
Kris Darwin, a Coldwell Banker sales manager in Louisiana, shares how an agent's sales pitch taught her an important lesson about relationships and empathy
by Marian McPherson Apr 30
The buyer's agent who padlocked the gate: Stories from the wild world of real estate
Have you heard the latest boots-on-the-ground, can-you-believe-it story? Here are some of the most unusual and bizarre tales from this highly active spring market
by Christy Murdock Apr 30
4 client questions every team member should be prepared to answer
How you respond to clients matters. When you can answer their questions with confidence and clarity, they will put their trust in you and your team to do the best job possible. Here are a few common questions clients will — at one point or another — ask you
by Kathleen Black Apr 15
Will rising mortgage rates affect appetite for homebuying?
Opinion
In short: Probably not. Vaccinations and stimulus measures are fueling optimism for an epic economic rebound, and there are other factors at play. Here is a look at how the housing market has fared over the past year and what to expect
by Kenon Chen Apr 15
10 tips for prepping your listings in this frenzied spring market
There's no better time to showcase your listing than spring. With these tips, you’ll be the expert your clients need to sell their home in this fast-paced market and get them top dollar for their sale
by Joshua Katz Apr 13