Homebuyers jump at lower mortgage rates, but will they last?
Purchase loan applications have surged for 2 weeks in a row, but rates for conforming mortgages are inching back up toward 7% this week as investors weigh the odds of Fed rate cuts
by Matt Carter Jun 20
Cassie Walker Johnson preaches the buyer agreement gospel
At Inman Connect Las Vegas in July, Windermere broker Cassie Walker Johnson will reveal her 8-step system for creating buyer agreements. She gave Inman a sneak peak ahead of the event
by Ben Verde Jun 20
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
Maintaining and growing 7-figure teams in a changing market
The 'River of Real Estate' continues to flow, even in a challenging market. Coach Verl Workman offers insights for growth and resilience under any circumstances
by Verl Workman Jun 20
Are renters beating the system with Bilt Mastercard rewards card?
Card issuer Wells Fargo is losing as much as $10M a month as it eats interchange fees for users who are paying off balances after paying their rent, 'The Wall Street Journal' reports
by Matt Carter Jun 18
Here are this summer's must-do real estate events: Pulse
From in-house training to high-profile national conferences, these are the industry events you plan to attend in the coming months
by Inman Jun 18
Countdown as firms not covered by NAR settlement face tough choice
Brokerages and MLSs have until 11:59 pm CST Tuesday to opt in to deals resolving antitrust claims brought by sellers targeting commissions. Inman contacted 79 brokerages for their updates
by Taylor Anderson Jun 18
Harness a modern pricing engine to maximize efficiency and ROI
CEO Dawar Alimi writes that choosing a modern and advanced pricing engine can unlock new opportunities for growth, profitability and success in an increasingly competitive landscape
by Dawar Alimi Jun 18
'Survivor,' beer and space factories on tap at Inman Connect Las Vegas
Encounter unlikely connections and powerful insights at Inman Connect Las Vegas and Luxury Connect, taking place July 30 through Aug. 1
by Alex Sacay Jun 18
Artificial intelligence is the all-in-1 tool real estate desperately needs
Opinion
Already touted by Zillow and others, the technology represents an opportunity for the real estate industry to reimagine itself at a time when solutions are desperately needed, writes Brad Inman
by Brad Inman Jun 17
8 strategies to help entrepreneurs navigate uncertain times
The only thing certain is change, especially for real estate professionals. Dr. Jeff Richmond shares what it takes to keep stillness and shift your mindset from fear to opportunity
by Jeff Richmond Jun 17
My No. 1 secret for effective listing conversations without rote scripts
If scripts feel inauthentic and too 'salesy' for your communication style, coach Darryl Davis offers a shortcut to connection and understanding that you can put into practice today
by Darryl Davis Jun 17
OpenAI taps former Nextdoor CEO Sarah Friar as chief financial officer
Friar served as CFO at Square, sits on the board of Walmart and worked at McKinsey, Salesforce and Goldman Sachs. She was tapped alongside Kevin Weil, who will serve as chief product officer
by Ben Verde Jun 14
All eyes on the DOJ as commission calendar rolls on: The Download
As key milestones approach, the DOJ's upcoming opinion on the commission lawsuit settlement is already drawing both attention and criticism
by Christy Murdock Jun 14
Commission questions still swirling: It's Inman's Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers
by Christy Murdock Jun 14