Consumer housing sentiment drops for first time since November
Fading hopes that mortgage rates will come down in the next 12 months are primary drag on Fannie Mae's Home Purchase Sentiment Index, but job and income concerns also up in March
by Matt Carter Apr 8
JPMorgan Chase CEO warns of higher rates, more inflation
Jamie Dimon thinks interest rates could rise to 8% or more. He also said in a new letter that a recession and stagflation could be in the offing
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 8
New release Harvist offers another option for lead farming
The company referenced a pending legal settlement that could change the way agents and brokerages make money, emphasizing the importance of communicating value to consumers
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 8
6 spring cleaning tips for refreshing your rental properties
Routine cleaning and maintenance saves both time and money, RentRedi CEO Ryan Barone writes, can retain or increase property value and attracts qualified tenants
by Ryan Barone Apr 8
Lesson Learned: Learn how to advocate for yourself
Find out what Rockette Realtor Jessie Crouch can teach you about standing up for yourself and your clients
by Christy Murdock Apr 8
Blackstone ramps up activity with $10B multifamily acquisition
The acquisition of AIR Communities marks Blackstone's largest in the multifamily sector. It shows a bullishness in rentals and a mentality that the commercial market may be bottoming out
Possibility, probability and paradox after NAR's settlement: DelPrete
Getting distracted by remote possibilities in the face of uncertainty keeps you from focusing on the facts, writes Mike DelPrete
by Mike DelPrete Apr 8
Forget the NAR settlement. New development transactions still pay
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As brokerages pivot to specialized training meant to empower buyer agents, new-home sales still provide plenty of opportunities for intrepid Realtors, development specialist Hana Cha writes
by Hana Cha Apr 8
4 things to troubleshoot when your business isn't growing
Adopt a growth mindset and embrace setbacks as a stepping stone toward progress, Side's Manny Solis writes. Doing this can cultivate resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity
by Manny Solis Apr 6
The NAR settlement would bring ‘significant benefits’ to buyers: CFA
That includes benefits for first-time homebuyers, who might be better served by inexperienced agents. But some benefits require changes from mortgage lenders, consumer watchdog says
by Taylor Anderson Apr 5
The art of communicating value: Key strategies from top agents
Watch this week's featured Inman Access class and dive into a discussion with industry leaders as they share valuable tactics for effectively communicating the value you bring to every transaction
by Claire Buzzanca Apr 5
Colleen's voice AI rent collector knows where you live
Tenants who are late on rent and those who pack up and move out without paying can now be tracked down by artificial intelligence
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 5
'Force of nature': Friends and agents celebrate Jennifer Berman
The LA luxury powerhouse passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday. Industry professionals shared with Inman the many ways in which Berman touched their lives
Play the long game when it comes to luxury real estate
Luxury agent and new Inman contributor Beckie Nielsen offers insight on making client service more personal, more meaningful and, ultimately, more effective
by Beckie Nielsen Apr 5
Homebourse's marketplace lacks foundation: Tech Review
Lacking the fundamentals on which its value proposition rests, this sales solution should go back to its blueprint
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 5