7 ways to make Zoom meetings less awkward and more effective
We've all been on Zoom for 5 years (or more), but are you using it as effectively as possible? Nikki Beauchamp offers video conference best practices for your next virtual meeting
by Nikki Beauchamp Mar 3
Time for a professional refresh? Here's where to start
A thoughtful professional refresh doesn’t erase your legacy; it amplifies it, Nikki Beauchamp writes, helping you forge stronger connections with current and future clients
by Nikki Beauchamp Mar 1
NAR wrote a big fat check to the settlement fund: The Download
The National Association of Realtors made the first big payment toward its $418M settlement. Where exactly are the funds coming from?
by Christy Murdock Mar 1
Inflation is cooling. But is the economy about to crash?
After moving in the wrong direction for 3 months, annual inflation cooled to 2.5% in January. But the biggest drop in consumer spending since 2021 has 1 model predicting a shrinking economy
by Matt Carter Feb 28
What's changed for agents since the NAR commission settlement
Tune in to Inman Access to learn more about what's different since the National Association of Realtors commission lawsuit settlement was finalized
by Inman Feb 28
CoStar closes $1.6B Matterport acquisition ahead of schedule
Virginia-based CoStar Group has completed its purchase of spatial mapping company Matterport. The companies expected to finish the deal by the end of March, putting them ahead of schedule
by Marian McPherson Feb 28
Consumer banking helps Blend weather 2024 mortgage doldrums
Revenue from Blend's biggest business, its mortgage software suite, fell 6% in 2024 to $73.3M. A 42% increase in consumer banking suite revenue, to $33.7M, more than made up the difference
by Matt Carter Feb 28
Rocket's $649M Q4 profit puts the company in the black for 2024
In a difficult year for real estate, Rocket Mortgage grew closed loan volume by 29%, to $101.2B. Higher profit margins on those loans helped boost net revenue by 34%, to $5.1B
by Matt Carter Feb 28
Bad habits, bleak forecasts, no crashes: Inman 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 Dani Vanderboegh Feb 28
Compass One puts clients at true north: Tech Review
Application is an intuitive and lightweight method by which to manage multiple relationships in a single setting
by Craig C. Rowe Feb 28
Trending: LinkedIn levels up, TikTok tumbles and truth gets tricky
From LinkedIn’s new metrics to Duolingo’s viral creativity, Jessi Healey breaks down the latest trends shaping online engagement
by Jessi Healey Feb 28
Why ‘just stay positive’ is a career-killer (and what to do instead)
Positive mental attitude alone won't save you or your real estate business, Aaron Hendon writes. Strengthen your mindset and embrace real connection for authentic growth
by Aaron Hendon Feb 28
Rocket Homes off the hook as Trump's CFPB drops lawsuits
Dec. 23 RESPA complaint that accused Rocket Homes of favoring real estate agents who steered clients to Rocket Mortgage is dismissed 'without prejudice' by the CFPB's new leadership
by Matt Carter Feb 27
Redfin on the upswing after Zillow deal despite widening Q4 losses
Redfin posted double-digit revenue growth in Q4 earnings Thursday. The company's $100M Zillow rental syndication deal has opened the door for greater advertising spend, CEO Glenn Kelman said
by Marian McPherson Feb 27
Broker Spotlight: Bill Favre, @properties La Crosse
Learn how this broker-owner has experienced success as solo agent, leader of a high-performing team and co-owner, launching a brokerage that now holds the No. 1 market share
by Christy Murdock Feb 27