Broker Spotlight: Javier Lattanzio, Time Equities Brokerage
Find out how this player from the international tennis circuit made the switch to the no-less-competitive real estate industry
by Christy Murdock Aug 31
LA City Council approves $150M in 'mansion tax' allocations
In a move that marks the 1st time funds will be specifically allocated for use since the tax was passed, the council designated 6 different programs for funding, according to reports
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 30
Homebuyer mortgage demand picks up for 1st time in 6 weeks
After dipping to lowest level since April 1995, applications for purchase mortgages edge up 2% week over week but remain down 27% from a year ago as mortgage rates retreat from 2023 highs
by Matt Carter Aug 30
As NAR scandal unfolds, keep up with Inman's latest coverage here
From Janelle Brevard's harassment suit to the fallout that ensued following the resignation of National Association of Realtors president Kenny Parcell, stay up to date with NAR coverage here
by Christy Murdock Aug 30
Pending sales rise at fastest clip since January as buyers shift gears
Building on upward momentum from June, pending home sales rose 0.9% in July even as analysts expressed doubt the rally would last, according to new National Association of Realtors data
by Ben Verde Aug 30
Cover up, circle the wagons, pounce on critics: NAR's MO
Opinion
The arcane volunteer structure at the National Association of Realtors prevents proactive decision-making and erodes individual accountability, Brad Inman writes
by Brad Inman Aug 30
Man charged with threatening his agent over failed home transaction
Richard E. Kellogg's text messages to a RE/MAX agent led to the evacuation of the agent's office. The Indiana suspect now faces intimidation charges in addition to fraud charges leveled in July
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 30
Brokers fear losing commissions, agents if lawsuits succeed: Survey
Real estate professionals are preparing for painful changes and the upending of the status quo if courts rule in favor of plaintiffs in 2 key suits, a survey on commissions conducted by Intel shows
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 30
Real estate has trimmed its losses. But 'winter is coming': DelPrete
Even as real estate companies cut costs and narrowed losses in the second quarter of 2023, the third quarter may deliver the truest test of their financial mettle, Mike DelPrete told Intel
by Daniel Houston Aug 30
Multiple offers? Here's how to write a competitive contract and win
From financing to contingencies, Eric Bramlett walks you through creating a compelling contract to come out on top in multiple offer scenarios
by Eric Bramlett Aug 30
How to leap forward after a stumble
Your next error could be the launchpad for building a new level of trust with your colleagues and clients. The secret lies in your response
by Jay Papasan Aug 30
Redlining, steering, misogyny and fear: How the industry lost its way
Opinion
'Our original mission was to provide shelter and security to our communities,' writes Teri Conrad, a 16-year industry vet. 'But somewhere along the way, we got lost in pursuing wealth and power'
by Teri Conrad Aug 29
DelPrete: Why real estate tech platforms can't quit the agent
Opinion
The last mile of lead generation, where an agent connects with a client, is what tech can't recreate on its own, Mike DelPrete argues
by Mike DelPrete Aug 29
Agents: Kenny Parcell's resignation is the 'beginning' of fixing NAR
Agents and industry leaders said National Association of Realtors President Kenny Parcell's resignation is the first step in making the organization safer for female employees and members
NAR President Kenny Parcell resigns after NYT exposé
Two days after The New York Times' investigative report about alleged rampant sexual misconduct at National Association of Realtors, President Kenny Parcell has resigned
by Marian McPherson Aug 28