'The vibe is pretty good' as first earnings season of 2024 kicks off
Ahead of Q4 earnings this week and next, analysts are narrowing in on the future — and pleased by lower rates and a healthier economy as it rebounds from the final months of 2023
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 14
How well do you remember 2023's biggest real estate stories?
Scandals, lawsuits, technology and more dominated the headlines in what turned out to be one of real estate's most eventful years in recent memory
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 29
Are you in a seller's market or a buyer's market? Take Inman's quiz
Are homebuyers asking for concessions? Are bidding wars ubiquitous in your market? Answer a few simple questions to determine if your area favors homebuyers or sellers this spring
by Jim Dalrymple II May 10
Take Inman's inaugural Intel leadership survey here
What's it like to lead during the largest housing market correction since the Great Recession? Inman wants to know what leaders, executives and entrepreneurs are doing to stay afloat
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 27
Agent Outlook: How will the market determine your strategy?
This is where market psychology and behavioral finance gets interesting. Eric Forney of Livian shares this week's market insights and says it time to focus on what counts
by Eric Forney Sep 15
Mortgage rates hold steady following late-September spike
Mortgage rates barely changed a week after rising bond yields and Federal Reserve statements led to rate hikes across the board
by Daniel Houston Oct 7
That's it, I'm done! How to break up with a client
Cutting off a client can seem counterintuitive, but certain circumstances can make it seem like the only option. Here are some red flags that may warrant firing a client, and a few ways to go about it
by Luke Babich Aug 10
Will rising mortgage rates affect appetite for homebuying?
Opinion
In short: Probably not. Vaccinations and stimulus measures are fueling optimism for an epic economic rebound, and there are other factors at play. Here is a look at how the housing market has fared over the past year and what to expect
by Kenon Chen Apr 15
Commission, appraisals, inventory: 11 challenges agents face today
Opinion
Last year forced real estate agents to adapt in an ever-evolving landscape. Here are the top challenges agents face daily
by Kuba Jewgieniew Mar 24
Rates head toward all-time lows
The numbers don't reflect a looming recession, just a natural slowdown
by Lou Barnes Oct 7
Daily interest: A festering sore in consumer loan markets
Learning the difference between types of home loans can mean a big difference for your bank account
by Jack Guttentag Aug 24
Consumers are used to being dazzled. How do you compare?
Opinion
Reverse engineering the house that Jack built
by Chip R. Bell May 13