Mauricio Umansky finds his groove on 'Dancing with the Stars' week 3
The Agency's CEO made a significant recovery from his fumbling performance the week prior as he delivered a comeback foxtrot that had judges singing the praises of his 'suavecito' moves
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 11
Stakes are incalculable for NAR as bombshell commission trial looms
Next week's long-anticipated Sitzer/Burnett commission trial is only the most immediate threat to real estate's most powerful trade organization as it navigates a series of existential challenges
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 11
Why US consumers are souring — and what that means for housing
Maegan Sherlock, senior research analyst for John Burns, spoke with Intel about the results of the firm's latest household sentiment survey: 'I was hoping to see a new magic mortgage rate'
by Daniel Houston Oct 11
Drop in bond yields could also give mortgage rates room to ease
Dovish remarks from Fed policymakers help ease fears of more rate hikes, bringing yields on benchmark 10-year Treasury notes back down to where they were at the beginning of October
by Matt Carter Oct 11
People are your greatest asset. Here's how to unlock their potential
Understanding the strengths of your team and empowering them through your management are essential elements for longevity, writes new Inman contributor Kelly Rae White
by Kelly Rae White Oct 11
10 coaching secrets that'll revolutionize a real estate business
From mediocre manager to legendary leader, these strategies from luxury real estate consultant Chris Pollinger will help you take your real estate business to the next level
by Chris Pollinger Oct 11
Hotels and Airbnb, Vrbo in heated battle as business travel ramps up
Both hotels and short-term rental companies are vying for customers seeking out extended stays through new offerings as business travel ramps up across the US this fall
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 10
7 ways to hook first-time buyers (before they're ready to buy)
Keller Williams Head of Inclusion and Belonging Julia Lashay Israel offers insights on providing education and information that converts would-be buyers into long-time clients
Here's the worst advice you ever received: Pulse
After asking about the best advice you ever received from a mentor, we asked about the worst advice, and you did not hold back
by Inman Oct 10
The real estate industry isn't doing enough to keep agents safe
Opinion
From physical safety to psychological and emotional safety, it's time to implement new practices and changed attitudes to the industry, writes safety expert Tracey Hawkins
by Tracey Hawkins Oct 10
Corcoran Sunshine hosting CS Talks series through Wednesday
The 6-day event series is expected to bring in about 1,000 participants for events and discussions across Corcoran Sunshine's new development projects throughout New York City
Homebuyer pessimism climbed to a new record high in September
According to Fannie Mae's National Housing Survey, 84% of Americans polled said it was a bad time to buy a home, and most weren't expecting mortgage rates to come down anytime soon
by Matt Carter Oct 9
Watch your mouth! It's what agents don't say that counts
NYC agent Nikki Beauchamp checks out advice from the 'Harvard Business Review' to show that, sometimes, silence is your best option
by Nikki Beauchamp Oct 9
'The fallout has gotten crazy': Cold feet cited for rise in dashed deals
Nearly 60,000 home purchase contracts were canceled during August, according to Redfin. But real estate agents told Inman that buyer uncertainty and inexperienced new agents are to blame
by Ben Verde Oct 9
How to turn your Google Business Profile into a lead gen machine
If you want to get your name out there, a Google Business Profile is the way to go. Jimmy Burgess shares how to optimize your online presence with this underutilized marketing tool
by Jimmy Burgess Oct 8