Commission lawsuits, updates, getting listings: Inman 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 Apr 19
Shape real estate's future: Take the Inman Intel Index survey for April
Opinion
The Inman Intel Index goes beyond sentiment and trends by tapping into the real estate industry's most engaged community. Add your voice to real estate's most ambitious monthly survey today
by Daniel Houston Apr 19
Inman Innovator Awards 2024 nominations close May 31
Winners will be honored at Inman Connect Las Vegas, which takes place from July 31 to Aug. 1. Submit your nomination now for the 2024 Inman Innovator Awards
by Zohray Brennan Apr 19
Build bridges with these answers to frequent NAR settlement queries
Opinion
Don't get defensive and burn bridges when you talk about recent settlements. Jimmy Burgess shares talking points to educate sellers and the public about the state of your business
by Jimmy Burgess Apr 19
You have 3 brokerage models to choose from. Which works for you?
Opinion
Once you've passed your real estate exam, broker Joseph Santini writes, your first order of business will be deciding what type of brokerage will serve you best in your new career
by Joseph Santini Apr 19
New build-to-rent homes hit a new high in 2023
A total of 27,500 build-to-rent houses in the United States were completed in 2023, according to a new report from RentCafe
by Ben Verde Apr 18
Existing-home sales drop in March as high rates stun homebuyers
Existing-home sales retreated 4.3% between February and March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.19M, according to data released Thursday by the National Association of Realtors
by Ben Verde Apr 18
Nimble powers up prospecting with PhoneBurner
Power dialers are effective ways to reach a lot of people in little time, and do so in an organized way, enabling timestamps, database updates and voicemail drops
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 18
2 buyers scramble to make a deal as the spring market sprints ahead
One Connecticut homebuyer is preparing for marriage. Another in Virginia is healing from a divorce. Both tell Inman the struggle to find a home this spring is real — and the clock is ticking
by Marian McPherson Apr 18
Teams Spotlight: Andrew Warburton, The Warburton Team
Find out how team leader Andrew Warburton and The Warburton Team promote the ideal of homeownership for everyone
by Troy Palmquist Apr 18
Homebuyers rush to lock as mortgage rates hit new 2024 highs
Rates for conforming loans pushed through 7% last week and continue to rise, as latest inflation data and remarks by Fed Chair Jerome Powell dim prospects that Fed will ease in June
by Matt Carter Apr 17
Bye bye bye: Leave your team — without losing your connections
Co-founder of The Agency's BZP Group and regular cast member on 'Buying Beverly Hills' Joey Ben-Zvi writes that professionalism and respect are essential to leaving the right way
by Joey Ben-Zvi Apr 17
Coastal cities lead as single-family rent growth soars to 10-month high
Rental price growth for single-family apartments surged 3.4% in February, with Boston, Seattle and New York City rising fastest among US cities, according to CoreLogic data released Tuesday
by Ben Verde Apr 17
Homebuyers emboldened in wake of $418M NAR settlement: Intel poll
Clients believe their agents bring value, and they're willing to pay for it, according to a survey of 3,000 employed US residents conducted by Intel and Dig Insights. But many consumers embrace the idea of negotiating a lower commission — and perhaps exploring new models
by Daniel Houston Apr 17
Jordan Cohen is as 'blue collar' as they come, but beloved by LA's elite
The 6-time No. 1 RE/MAX agent worldwide may deal with some of the loftiest stars, but he stays grounded in his work ethic and rarely deviates from a uniform of jeans and tennis shoes
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 17