Tariff fears are behind those big swings in consumer confidence
A surge in the Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index for May made the preliminary numbers from a similar U of M survey look 'far too negative,' one economist told clients Tuesday
by Matt Carter May 27
Here's how being a buyer's agent changed in the past year: Pulse
More than a year past the buyer commission lawsuit settlements, here's how you've changed the way you do business with buyers
by Inman May 27
Hubzu operator Altisource plans reverse split to avoid delisting
Real estate and mortgage services provider has racked up $363M in cumulative losses and ended Q1 with $30.8M of cash and cash equivalents following debt restructuring
by Matt Carter May 27
Home price growth rose seasonally in March, but continues to slow
The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Home Price Index rose by 3.4% on an annual basis, and the Federal Housing Finance Agency's Home Price Index rose 4%, data released Tuesday shows
by Lillian Dickerson May 27
NAR considers Code of Ethics changes regarding speech
Changes would offer a specific definition of 'harassment' and aim to reduce liability. The prospect of change comes as Texas lawmakers consider a bill that could conflict with current NAR rules
by Jim Dalrymple II May 27
How smart brokerages are scaling service and redefining leverage
Don't sacrifice service and connection as you grow, Nick Schlekeway writes. Tech creates leverage where it's needed most, so agents have time for the personal attention that matters most
by Nick Schlekeway May 27
Parents, families and allies of LGBTQ+ kids, it's time to step up
Mary Mancera, interim CEO of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance, shares thoughts on advocacy and homeownership as Pride Month approaches
by Mary Mancera May 27
10 ways to set the stage for offers that actually win
Writing a winning offer isn't rocket science, team leader Carl Medford writes, but it takes attention to detail, an understanding of best practices and a willingness to communicate
by Carl Medford May 27
Challenging times for brokerages — and especially indies, leaders say
New insights from the Inman Intel Index survey show how life is different these days — and often tougher — for indie brokerages than it can be for their big-brand competitors
by Daniel Houston May 26
10 tips for getting a great real estate agent headshot in 2025
Develop know, like and trust recognition with a headshot that grabs attention for all the right reasons. Author Stacey Soleil shows you how
by Stacey Soleil May 26
Trending: Google goes all-in on AI — are you ready?
From shopping to video to ads, Google’s updates signal a major shift in how brands — and agents — connect with their audiences. Digital marketing expert Jessi Healey breaks it down
by Jessi Healey May 24
How top agents stay top of mind (Hint: It’s not just great listings)
Troy Palmquist offers a solution for adding value and staying in front of your sphere by providing a referral directory for local service providers
by Troy Palmquist May 24
EXp, Weichert win preliminary commission settlement approval
The companies settled in a case known as Hooper. Their settlements have been the subject of months of legal wrangling over allegations that they shopped around for the best deal
by Jim Dalrymple II May 23
Judge denies attempt to toss most of ex-Vegas Realtor CEO's lawsuit
Former CEO Wendy DiVecchio filed suit in February, saying she was wrongfully terminated and her reputation damaged after a prolonged and mysterious investigation that hasn't been made public
by Taylor Anderson May 23
How successful teams navigate market shifts: Now Streaming
Tune in to Inman Access as Verl Workman of Workman Success Systems helps you turn team members into real estate industry leaders
by Inman May 23