Many hoped a March rate cut would boost housing. Now, it's not so clear
Most real estate professionals believe rate cuts by the Fed will be crucial for a sales recovery, according to results from the Inman Intel Index survey. But the timing on those cuts is hazy
by Chris LeBarton Feb 19
NAR signals more declines to come after 3rd-straight membership dip
NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun warned of 'further declines in membership over the next 24 months' said after NAR posted a 2.1% annual membership decline last month
by Taylor Anderson Feb 6
Realtors fear damage to NAR brand beyond repair following Kasper exit
Members already reeling from a series of accusations and leadership changes told Inman Tracy Kasper's resignation as president after less than 5 months doesn't bode well for NAR's reputation
by Taylor Anderson Jan 10
NAR to shed 1M members if shared commission banned, analysts say
A report released Oct. 4 by the investment banking firm Keefe, Bruyette & Woods forecasts commissions to decline by at least 30% as a result of ongoing threats to the real estate industry
by Taylor Anderson Oct 16
Why the new fair housing training requirement is good for business
Opinion
By fostering an inclusive and equitable housing market, Realtors can attract a diverse clientele and contribute to a more prosperous society
Number of Realtors hits new record high for 4th-straight year
National Association of Realtors' membership edged ever closer to 1.6M in 2022 but the trade group expects a drop this year, according to data provided to Inman
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 13
How much does a real estate agent make?
From the hours agents put in to the years of experience they have, several variables determine what kind of income agents can bring in any given year
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 14
Realtor associations gave nearly 21% more to charity in 2021
NAR report highlights donations and volunteer hours to community nonprofits and Realtor associations. In 2021, Realtor associations donated a median of $12,070 to community nonprofits
by Andrea V. Brambila Sep 20
Realtor income rose by double digits in 2021: NAR
The trade association's 2022 report finds that the median gross income for Realtors overall grew 25.3% last year, but the increase was smaller for sales agents
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 28
Going beyond Pride: Practical ways to be an ally all year long
Opinion
Pride is not just a once of year celebration, it should be recognized year-round. Read on as one agent shares their personal story of hope and the courage to speak up for better
by Nicholas Acosta Jun 24
Stop Googling 'bubble': Here's why the news may be more positive than you think
Opinion
Are we on the verge of another major real estate downturn? Two of America’s most notable real estate economists, Leslie Appleton-Young and John Tuccillo, weigh in with their predictions and the news may be better than most people expect
by Bernice Ross May 24
Goodbye burnout! 5 strategies to reduce real estate stress
Opinion
Coach Darryl Davis shares tips for how to stop the burnout, reenergize and empower yourself to achieve more with less stress
by Darryl Davis May 9
Katey Bridges' viral TikTok fail sparks 'ah' moment for agent duets
One woman's social media mishap has become a font of inspiration for dozens of real estate agents who are 'showing their fit off' by posting duets with the accident-prone Texas TikToker
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 28
Juneteenth, fair housing and the way we treat each other
When we talk about fair housing, we primarily focus on its effect on buyers and sellers. Here's why fair housing extends to the inclusion of underrepresented real estate pros
by Lee Davenport Apr 19
Portland is losing rentals. Realtors say rent control may be to blame
A new study found Portland lost 14 percent of its single-family rental stock in recent years following adoption of tenant protection laws
by Taylor Anderson Apr 15