DelPrete: Even more evidence that commissions aren't dropping
In line with Intel's own findings, analyst Mike DelPrete sees that consumers still value buyer agent services the same as before Aug. 17
by Mike DelPrete Nov 20
Why real estate is struggling to keep up with a rising US economy
The nation's real gross domestic product grew at an annual rate of 2.8% in the third quarter of the year. But with falling sales and tapering price growth, agents could be forgiven for feeling left out
by Daniel Houston Nov 20
Here's what you're most grateful for this year: Pulse
As we gear up for Thanksgiving, we asked you to let us know what you're most grateful for this holiday season
by Inman Nov 20
From W2 to 1099: How to set up your new real estate business
Rick Guerrero talks to coach Katherine Loucaidou about making the leap from a steady full-time job to running your own real estate business
by Rick Guerrero Nov 20
With focus on mortgage business, Zillow launches 'BuyAbility' tool
Zillow releases a new 'BuyAbility' tool it says helps consumers find homes they can actually afford to buy after accounting for more variables
by Taylor Anderson Nov 19
Back-to-back storms tank pending home sales in Florida
Pending home sales in key Florida markets fell by the double digits in October and November, as the aftereffects of hurricanes Helene and Milton stifle buyer activity
by Marian McPherson Nov 19
Russian billionaire's penthouse among top Manhattan contracts
Penthouses asking $45M and $39M topped Manhattan luxury contracts during the week ending Nov. 17, according to Olshan Realty's weekly report. A total of 37 luxury contracts were signed
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 19
7 elements for crafting airtight contracts in a post-Sitzer world
As real estate continues to evolve in a post-Sitzer | Burnett era, contract documents are likely to be refined and modified to reflect current trends, broker Cara Ameer writes
by Cara Ameer Nov 19
25 contract terms every new agent should master in 2025
Cara Ameer and Nicole Solari share the 25 terms that are crucial for new agents to explain to buyers and sellers without the benefit of crib notes
by Cara Ameer AND Nicole Solari Nov 19
NAR perks and lavish spending spotlight of New York Times report
Volunteer National Association of Realtors' leaders received perks and payment that lawyers say could run afoul of US tax laws, according to an investigation by the Times published on Monday
by Taylor Anderson Nov 18
Homie
In the latest filing in its quest for damages, Utah-based discount brokerage Homie asserted NAR, KW, RE/MAX and others created and enforced rules that amounted to an illegal conspiracy
by Taylor Anderson Nov 18
Housing costs force Americans earning less than $50K to sacrifice
Nearly three-quarters of US residents earning less than $50K annually are struggling to keep up with monthly rent or mortgage payments, causing many to make dramatic sacrifices to stay afloat
by Richelle Hammiel Nov 18
What does true business alignment really mean?
True alignment, strategist Molly McKinley writes, offers opportunities for growth, innovation and transformation in both your business and the industry at large
by Molly McKinley Nov 18
Mauricio Umansky: To be great, 'you have to dare to be bad'
The Agency CEO this week predicted more change ahead for the real estate industry, said agents are angry, and argued in favor of raising the bar for obtaining a real estate license
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 18
The 3 housing regions blazing the most extraordinary paths: Intel
A sleeping giant righting the ship. A crown-jewel destination still in freefall. And a white-hot zone trapped in a low-inventory quagmire. These are the 3 strangest housing regions in the US today
by Daniel Houston Nov 18