National Flood Insurance Program set to expire at midnight March 14
As the March 14 debt ceiling deadline and potential government shutdown looms, Republican Sen. John Kennedy introduces bill to reauthorize the NFIP under its current form until Sept. 30
by Matt Carter Mar 6
The Real Brokerage posts billion-dollar revenue benchmark in 2024
The Real Brokerage brought in more than 10,000 new agents in 2024 while surpassing a $1B in annual revenue, according to fourth-quarter and fiscal-year earnings released Thursday
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 6
Why M&A is the smartest play for brokers planning for the future
In real estate, a strong legacy isn't just about the past — it's about ensuring a thriving future, Joshua A. McGrath writes. If you’re considering M&A, here’s what you should know
by Josh McGrath Mar 6
Want to get more for your sellers? List in late May
Despite a slow start to the year, Zillow's latest report said May might be a potential goldmine for homesellers. Listings that go live during the last two weeks of May receive a premium of $5,600
by Marian McPherson Mar 6
NAR makes more changes to leadership team with new CFO pick
NAR named Matthew Cenedella as its new CFO. He will replace long-time CFO John Pierpont, who will retire at the end of March
by Taylor Anderson Mar 6
LA-based Distinct Concierge launches AI-fueled app for A-listers
Operating in Beverly Hills' vaunted 90210 ZIP code, Distinct Concierge serves professional athletes and entertainers, an exclusive subset of the market that requires unique touchpoints
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 6
Broker sues over state brick-and-mortar office mandates
Online fee-for-services broker Derek Eisenberg, the founder of Continental Real Estate Group, is suing Nevada and West Virginia over the requirements, alleging they're unconstitutional
Help clients get spring deals done with an assumable mortgage
Get buyers off the fence and help sellers market their homes more effectively when you tap into the potential of assumable mortgages, Troy Palmquist writes
by Troy Palmquist Mar 6
Last day to submit Inman Future Leaders in Real Estate nominees
Today, March 28, is the final day to submit nominations in 6 categories for Inman's newest honors in recognition of breakout industry talent under the age of 40
by Inman Mar 6
Homebuyers and homeowners jump on big drop in mortgage rates
Requests to refinance surged 37% last week and were up 83% from a year ago after the biggest 1-week decline in mortgage rates since November, the MBA's latest weekly lender survey shows
by Matt Carter Mar 5
As JVs struggle, Rate names top salesman to head retail mortgage
Guaranteed Rate Inc.'s retail mortgage operations named Shant Banosian as president on Wednesday as joint ventures with Compass and Anywhere Real Estate strove to generate profits
by Matt Carter Mar 5
Former Century 21 agent under fire for 'I hope Trump deports you' note
Former Century 21 agent Stephanie Lovins is under fire after allegedly writing, 'I hope Trump deports you' on a restaurant receipt after growing angry over a coupon, according to reports
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 5
Hive MLS completes $500K data partnership with SourceRE
Formerly known as the North Carolina Regional Multiple Listing Service, the company described the partnership as a 'data exchange' that would flatten the gap between data provider and user
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 5
Conflict can be a good thing. Here’s how to keep it from becoming toxic
Disagreements are inevitable in business. Team leader Carl Medford has sussed through much research to bring you 7 ways conflict can be a good thing and 9 tips for keeping it healthy
by Carl Medford Mar 5
Non-member MLS option may boost Phoenix Realtors' revenue
By offering an option to skip state and national Realtor membership, the local association stands to earn 84% more per agent while brokers and agents pay hundreds less, according to an analyis