We asked about a major obstacle you overcame as a newbie: Pulse
We wanted to know what carried you through those first days as a new real estate agent, and what secrets do you have to share with new agents now?
by Inman Aug 23
The Fed, the market and memories of the global financial crisis
Opinion
While naysayers and doomsdayers compare today's real estate market to 2008, the numbers tell a very different economic story
by Chris Drayer Aug 23
Here's how to avoid a smoke-and-mirrors tech trap
When selected and used correctly, the right technology can be rocket fuel for your business. However, implementation and adoption make all the difference
by Sheila Reddy Aug 23
Facebook referral groups are a joke. Here's how to improve them
Opinion
Those beloved referral groups on Facebook may not be the answer to your professional prayers, writes Inman contributor Sue Benson. But fear not! There's a better way for agents to collaborate
by Sue Benson Aug 23
Court rules Zillow falsely labeled REX listings as case heads to trial
Despite the ruling, Zillow said it looks forward to presenting its case to a jury and is 'confident that the evidence will show that REX’s business failed for reasons unrelated to Zillow'
by Andrea V. Brambila Aug 22
Coldwell Banker's 'Dream' ad campaign revs up the competition
The refreshed campaign features a 'Move Meter Match-Up' extension that will encourage NFL game viewers on streaming services to compare cities of different teams from a real estate angle
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 22
13K NYC rent-stabilized units have been vacant since 2021: Study
NYC's Independent Budget Office's study found 13,362 rent-stabilized units have been empty at least 2 years, saying it's 'impossible' to know if landlords are justifiably keeping them unrented
by Marian McPherson Aug 22
Existing-home sales fall in July as low inventory, high rates take toll
Weighed down by low inventory and high mortgage rates, existing-home sales fell in July, to 4.07M — or 16.6% lower than a year earlier, according to data from the National Association of Realtors
by Ben Verde Aug 22
Here are the top 5 tips for landlords to retain their best renters
Happy tenants increase the chances they'll renew their leases while keeping investment properties occupied and cash flowing. Here's how to do it
by Vikas Gupta Aug 22
With Presence Copilot, Luxury Presence flexes proptech muscle: Tech Review
Part web-design agency, all proptech, Luxury Presence has capitalized on a concept by Dawn McKenna that weaves in agents' decisions with a sharp, Apple-inspired user experience
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 22
The Agency rides into Kentucky with Louisville franchise
As the luxury brokerage continues to expand its Midwestern presence, it has strategically moved into Kentucky with Managing Partner Jason Farabee leading the new office, the company said
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 22
Xome partners with Plunk to deliver investment property data
Plunk's repair and renovation analysis tools will serve investors who frequent Xome, which also markets nontraditional listings, such as auctions, foreclosures and other investor-minded assets
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 22
MLS hacked? Here's your 15 minute, stay-in-the-know plan
If the MLS goes down, these weekly best practices will help you keep your business on the rails and your clients happy
by Rachael Hite Aug 22
Real estate influencers allegedly scammed investors out of millions
A Florida-based couple running a real estate coaching and investment company is operating a scam that’s defrauding rookie investors, according to a handful of lawsuits filed in federal court
by Taylor Anderson Aug 21
An economist's take on housing prices, affordability, opportunity
Opinion
Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner looks at the latest numbers and the markets that still offer affordable options
by Matthew Gardner Aug 21