Kevin Sears opens up about NAR, the DOJ and a hectic year of travel
In his 6 months as president, Sears has racked up time in Washington with the DOJ, focused on the trade organization's future and traveled — a lot. He shared his takeaways with Inman ahead of ICLV
by Taylor Anderson Jul 9
Local MLSs are doomed. The case for data consolidation in real estate
The thing holding many local MLSs in place is a desire for power and control rather than seeking the best for real estate agents and brokers, writes Mainframe Real Estate founder Sean Frank
by Sean Frank Jul 9
How I secured a Soho penthouse for clients after a 4-day search
In this luxury case study, learn how The Agency's Daniel Blatman overcame multiple offers and a short timeline to help his clients meet their goals
by Daniel Blatman Jul 9
5 tips for advertising rentals through portals and social media
RentRedi's Ryan Barone offers strategies for branding and marketing rental properties across a variety of digital platforms
by Ryan Barone Jul 9
Homebuyer sentiment rebounds in June from May's record low
Fannie Mae’s monthly National Housing Survey shows many Americans may be underestimating the odds that mortgage rates will continue to pull back from 2024 peaks
by Matt Carter Jul 8
Can you hear me now? Why your clients miss 50% of what you say
Less talk, and more listening. Inman contributing writer Rachael Hite shares the real reason your transactions turn topsy turvy — and why it has everything to do with what's lost in translation
by Rachael Hite Jul 8
Zoom in closer: 4 regional housing insights from the Inman Intel Index
Times are tough for nearly every real estate business. But different parts of the country report unique challenges and approaches, as illustrated by Intel’s monthly gauge of industry sentiment
by Daniel Houston Jul 8
5 losing strategies that will ruin team relationships 
Running a team is like leading a family, team leader Carl Medford writes. It takes concerted efforts to keep relationships intact and functioning in a healthy way
by Carl Medford Jul 8
Lesson Learned: Stay off the real estate rollercoaster
Find out what NYC associate broker Bill Kowalczuk has learned during his years in the business and what he'd be doing if he weren't in real estate
by Christy Murdock Jul 8
Beneficial owner reporting: What business owners need to know
Wealth manager Michael Conticelli writes that agents must understand ownership rights to ensure they are using correct documentation and contracts for legal compliance
Consumers want lowest mortgage rate, but most won't shop for it
ICE Mortgage Technology survey finds 84% of homeowners who have taken out a mortgage in the last 5 years only considered 1 or 2 lenders before closing the deal
by Matt Carter Jul 5
Recharge at Inman Connect Las Vegas: Our Aria Resort secrets
At Inman Connect, it isn't just about conference hustle; it's about refueling your mind, body and business strategy. Turn your Inman Connect Las Vegas trip into a self-care staycation
by Laura Monroe Jul 5
Mortgage rates retreating from 7% on 'massive' revision to jobs report
After spiking in the wake of the June 27 presidential debate, mortgage rates are trending down again on mounting expectations that the Federal Reserve will start cutting rates in September
by Matt Carter Jul 5
Luxury goes global: Paris Olympics, visas and the rise of 'set-jetting'
From Golden Visa availability to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games and a trend favored by the rich that proves all the world's a stage, luxury real estate is going international in a big way this summer
The number of settlement appeals is totally bananas: The Download
Buyers and sellers who feel like the commission settlements didn't go far enough are fighting back in court, and the cases are bunching up
by Christy Murdock Jul 5