The long view: Take the Inman Intel Index survey for September
Opinion
A month into the NAR settlement era, the Inman Intel Index is tracking the impact on buyers, sellers, agents and brokerages. Add your voice to real estate's most ambitious monthly survey today
by Daniel Houston Sep 18
Borrowers clash on how far rates need to fall before they're 'Golden'
How low do rates need to go to reinvigorate the housing market? Buyer and seller responses vary in the latest Inman-Dig Insights consumer survey, suggesting its contours are still being shaped
by Daniel Houston Aug 27
Big life moments aren't only factor driving homebuyers in 2024: Poll
Active homebuyers are motivated by numerous factors — including a desire to find a larger or nicer home in this high-rate environment — according to the latest Inman-Dig Insights consumer survey
by Daniel Houston Aug 23
Change is here: Take the Inman Intel Index survey for August
Opinion
The Inman Intel Index goes beyond sentiment and trends by tapping into the industry's most engaged community. Add your voice to real estate's most ambitious monthly survey today
by Daniel Houston Aug 20
Homebuyers see NAR settlement as a big win — until they learn more
Even if the settlement brings down commissions overall, buyers grow warier the more they learn about what the policy means for them, according to the latest Inman-Dig Insights consumer poll
by Daniel Houston Aug 15
From fringe to forefront? What agent ‘steering’ will look like now
A survey of hundreds of real estate agents suggests that 'steering' based on commissions used to be rare. After the Aug. 17 deadline, it may become ubiquitous — but with buyers in the driver's seat
by Daniel Houston Aug 12
What's changed since NAR struck its deal: Client Pipeline Tracker
Declining mortgage rates may finally be bringing some buyers back to the table. But agents will need to see more before they change their skeptical outlook, Inman Intel Index results suggest
by Daniel Houston Aug 5
Housing inventory is roaring back to life. So why aren't new listings?
Inventory is rising again, according to an analysis of housing data. But agents are still scrounging. Hundreds of brokers and agents shared what's working in the latest polling from Inman Intel
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 24
As commission conversations change, become a seller specialist
Consumers expect specialization in every area of life, from doctors to hairdressers, coach Verl Workman writes. They should expect no less from their real estate expert when it's time to sell
by Verl Workman Jul 23
Homebuyers dig the NAR deal until they learn the details: Intel survey
Even if the settlement brings down commissions overall, buyers grow warier the more they learn about what the policy means for them, according to the latest Inman-Dig Insights consumer poll
by Daniel Houston Jul 22
A pivotal moment: Take the Inman Intel Index survey for July
Opinion
The Inman Intel Index goes beyond sentiment and trends by tapping into the industry's most engaged community. Add your voice to real estate's most ambitious monthly survey today
by Daniel Houston Jul 22
Housing inventory is climbing back. So why are leads still lagging?
Inventory is rising again, but agents are still scrounging for new listings. Hundreds of brokers and agents shared what's working in still-tight markets in new responses from the Intel Index survey
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 15
Rate dip drags ‘doomers’ back from the ledge: Client Pipeline Tracker
Expectations for future buyer pipelines have started to improve after a rough 4-month stretch. Intel unpacks the latest developments with its Client Pipeline Tracker, fueled by the Intel Index
by Daniel Houston Jul 1
Agents, brokers reveal a tale of 2 commission-split scenarios in 2025
Most real estate professionals expect commission splits at their brokerage to remain unchanged for a while longer. As for the rest, many have conflicting opinions on what kind of change is coming
by Daniel Houston Jun 27
Your insights matter: Take the Inman Intel Index survey for June
Opinion
The Inman Intel Index goes beyond sentiment and trends by tapping into the industry's most engaged community. Add your voice to real estate's most ambitious monthly survey today
by Daniel Houston Jun 20