Rates will continue to fall in 2024, consumers say in record numbers
A record number of consumers surveyed by Fannie Mae expect mortgage rates to keep falling, a 'significant shift' in expectations that could free homeowners from the so-called 'lock-in effect'
by Matt Carter Jan 9
James Dwiggins: NAR needs a top-down overhaul
Ahead of Inman Connect New York this month, the NextHome CEO said NAR serves an important function, but needs a major fix to deal with challenges related to leadership and commission suits
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 9
NAR President Tracy Kasper resigns, alleges blackmail
The National Association of Realtors' leader said she recently received a 'threat to disclose a past personal, non-financial matter unless she compromised her position at NAR'
Clever acquires renter assistance, rewards app Gravy
Gravy’s core competency is in financial literacy and resources for renters, anchored by a loyalty program that sets aside a percentage of users' monthly rent payment for future homeownership
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 8
Professor who predicted urban 'doom loop' sees NYC exception
Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh, whose 2022 paper inspired debate about the future of big cities, says things now seem to be looking up for New York City
by Ben Verde Jan 8
Mocktails, meditation and other tips for Dry January
Studies show that real estate agents are drinking too much. Here are some tips to reduce or abstain from drinking in 2024
by Rachael Hite Jan 8
9 ways to combat imposter syndrome for peak performance
If a slow year or industry changes have you feeling out of sorts, write Melanie Klein and Emily Bossert, the problem may be imposter syndrome. Find out how to fight it and get your joy back
You sold HOW MANY houses last year? The Download
A 'glut' of agents, low inventory and a down market mean part-timers now make up the majority of real estate pros. What does that mean for clients — and for the industry?
by Christy Murdock Jan 6
As recruiting wars heat up, Coldwell Banker nabs Texas indie
The Tate Property Group joins Coldwell Banker as the recruiting of rockstar agents and teams remains one of the low-key most important trends in real estate
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 5
LA sued for canceling Mohamed Hadid's spec home permits
J. Michael Issa of B. Riley Financial is alleging in a lawsuit filed in LA Superior Court last month that the city reneged on its word that permits on the property's building site were still active
Glennda Baker: Think you have a drinking problem? You probably do
Opinion
Armed with the latest research, Rachael Hite talks with Glennda Baker about choosing sobriety in an industry that is always ready to party and why drinking is so harmful for women
by Rachael Hite Jan 5
Inman’s 'Person of the Year' and other big names: 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 5
Buyers 'very unaware' of how homebuying works: WAV Group
The new survey gleaned its results from 340 homeowners who purchased in the past 3 years. Among other results, 21% of buyers said their agent spent 11 to 15 hours getting them to closing
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 5
Agents are worth more than the current commission model
Agent, attorney, coach and yoga instructor Renee Fishman joins Bernice Ross to discuss the problems and opportunities provided by the ongoing commission debate
by Bernice Ross Jan 5
Hom screenshots; mobile application
Hōm makes the right updates to move from a handy mobile tool to a legitimate productivity asset
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 5