How to navigate a buyer’s cold feet without derailing the deal
Buyers may cancel a purchase due to anxiety about the market, trepidation about financial obligations or a nagging feeling that a more perfect home might be out there, Luke Babich writes
by Luke Babich Feb 4
Educate yourself and your clients about the impact of Trump tariffs
Protect your peace, power and profits, coach Darryl Davis writes, and provide the guidance your clients need to navigate the latest economic movements
by Darryl Davis Feb 4
Corcoran adds trending listings feature to website
The new feature, which the brokerage calls 'like Netflix for real estate,' highlights for homebuyers trending properties based on unique views, interactions and leads, the firm informed Inman
Orchard blooms in 2 new markets — Nashville and Phoenix
Orchard customers can choose to 'move first' using a buy-before-sell structure or seek a fast cash-offer sales scenario, as well as select a traditional sales process
by Craig C. Rowe Feb 3
Homebuilders warn they're facing a 40% tariff on Canadian lumber
In renewing a call that building materials be exempt from tariffs, trade group notes that more than 70% of imported softwood lumber and gypsum used for drywall comes from Canada and Mexico
by Matt Carter Feb 3
87% of mortgage lead gen comes from referrals and past clients
When it comes to mortgages, Mike DelPrete writes, online lead generation is certainly a piece of the puzzle, but it pales in comparison to the power of referrals and existing relationships
by Mike DelPrete Feb 3
Compass launches 'Compass One' client portal and dashboard
The new portal went live on Monday as debates over Clear Cooperation have come to a peak. It will allow clients access to Compass exclusives, and to track transactions
Real estate agents carry hope for client pipelines into January: Intel
Current pipelines reported in Inman's latest Intel survey remain higher than a few months ago, perhaps signaling that some clients are entertaining a return to the market despite headwinds
4 steps to scale your business (and tip the scales in your favor)
Scaling isn't just about growth, BHGRE's Ginger Wilcox writes. It's about building a stronger, more resilient and engaged organization
by Ginger Wilcox Feb 3
How the Trump agenda is (already) impacting housing: The Download
Get caught up on Trump-era housing policies with Marian McPherson's deep-dive series and the latest news out of DC
by Christy Murdock Feb 1
5 critical areas that agents cannot afford to skimp on in 2025
Sales stats may look like 1995, but this is not the time to go cheap on professionalism and fiduciary duties in our industry, Rachael Hite writes
by Rachael Hite Feb 1
Homebuilders anxiously await details on Canada, Mexico tariffs
Bond market investors who fund most mortgages didn't panic Friday over reports that the US will impose tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico on Saturday, but details remain sketchy
by Matt Carter Jan 31
RE/MAX Properties and RE/MAX Advantage Realty officially merge
RE/MAX Properties and RE/MAX Advantage Realty have officially merged, creating a powerhouse brokerage with 240 agents dedicated to serving clients throughout Southern Colorado
by Richelle Hammiel Jan 31
Tony Hawk on a skateboard
Inman Connect San Diego keynote and skateboarding icon Tony Hawk appeared on SoFi's Richer Lives podcast and shared how his first home purchase saved his family during a financial dry spell
by Marian McPherson Jan 31
Taking a stand, transparency, Trump: Inman's 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 Jan 31