No retailer captured the dream of 'home' quite like Bed Bath & Beyond
The home goods retailer was not only a store that had everything a person might want for a home, but it symbolized the very American dream of homeownership. Today it's fighting for survival
by Jim Dalrymple II Sep 9
Goldman Sachs predicts 2024 recovery: The Real Word
Opinion
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the Goldman Sachs prediction on falling home sales, the return of the 40-year fixed mortgage, California blackout risks and Apple’s iPhone 14 event
by Byron Lazine Sep 9
The truth about Zillow's ShowingTime acquisition: The Real Word
Opinion
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the real reason Zillow acquired ShowingTime, the hype behind the housing recession, and how 'shrinkflation' could potentially change the game for consumers in 2023
by Byron Lazine Sep 2
Your prediction about the housing market is probably wrong
Opinion
Forget the memes. If you've been around real estate for any length of time, you know that the only thing you can expect is the unexpected
by Teresa Boardman Sep 1
What does 'housing recession' even mean? Economists don't really know
The phrase 'housing recession' has exploded in popularity, according to an analysis of search terms. But pinning down what it means and where it originated is surprisingly difficult
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 29
WATCH: What is your plan for surviving a downturn?
Brokers and team leaders are working to find the best solutions possible to weather the downturn. If your first instinct is to cut staff, your instinct might be dead wrong
by Rachael Hite Aug 23
6 steps to become the 'economist of choice' in your local market
Real estate agents who can provide accurate, up-to-date and meaningful market data can become the agent of choice when local buyers and sellers decide to move. Here's how
by Carl Medford Aug 11
Top real estate coach: 'A recession is too good an opportunity to waste'
Dermot Buffini, CEO of real estate coaching firm Buffini & Company, spoke Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas in a session called, 'There is a recession coming, but we're not participating'
Buyer interest creeps upward as mortgage rates inch down
Redfin's Homebuyer Demand Index increased 15 points since June 15, reversing 10 straight weeks of decreasing demand that started in mid-April
by Ben Verde Jul 29
Fannie Mae brings in net income of $4.7B in Q2
Like its sister company, Freddie, Fannie Mae remained profitable in Q2 despite pressure from inflation, rising interest rates and worsening affordability, according to earnings released Friday
by Marian McPherson Jul 29
The 10 housing markets primed to pop during a recession
Florida and California are most at risk of experiencing a housing downturn during a recession, according to Redfin. Both states saw exorbitant growth during the pandemic-fueled buying rush
by Marian McPherson Jul 27
Don't get it twisted: How to untangle the new market conditions and build back
Opinion
If your summer fun has been upended by the market shift you are not alone. Things are complicated at best, and it is time to choose your path forward
by Rachael Hite Jul 22
Affordable where? Fed efforts to cool the market still don't create affordable housing
Opinion
Although the Fed's move to calm the market is a step in the right direction, it may not ultimately have much effect on affordability
by Anthony West Jul 20
Relying on optimism to get you through? 5 critical steps to take instead
Opinion
In an overheated seller’s market, it does not take a rocket scientist to sell a home. However, as the market turns, the need for real skill emerges
by Carl Medford Jul 18
Real estate agents should be 'chief economists' for their clients
Armed with knowledge of market trends, agents can earn sellers' trust and have more leeway to set strategy, top brokers said at Inman Connect Now on Thursday
by Daniel Houston Jul 14