Rent is now more affordable than buying in every major US market
Austin and Seattle were the friendliest cities for renters as the monthly mortgage payment on a starter home in each of the top 50 cities soared above the average rent by more than $1,000
by Ben Verde Mar 26
RentSpree, SkySlope partner to speed renting workflows
SkySlope’s workflow benefits will enhance rental application and tenant screening actions, tools that help smooth out friction-prone, manual processes, RentSpree executives said Tuesday
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 14
Gary Keller: The current market is 'the most confusing I've ever seen'
At Keller Williams' annual Mega Camp conference, founder Gary Keller prepared agents for a rough 2023 as slowing home sales and other economic factors push everyone to the brink
by Marian McPherson Aug 23
Millennial art buyers, 'toe dipping' and the return of staycations: 8 summer trends you need to know
The rise of the millennial art collector, testing the waters in a new locale and vacationing closer to home are all trends luxury real estate agents are seeing from their clients moving into summer
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 17
Realty One Group's rental agents add RentSpree to tech stack
The end-to-end rental management solution has formalized another major industry partnership, this time with lifestyle-focused Realty One Group
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 14
Here's why 73% of Americans hate their neighbors
Bad vibes, rowdy pets and loud noises: LendingTree's latest consumer survey reveals the source of neighborly beefs
by Marian McPherson Apr 28
Single-family rental management firm Poplar Homes lands $53M
The company said 90% of the nation's SFR stock is owned by individuals and that more than seven million individual SFR landlords 'have historically been do-it-yourself landlords'
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 28
Homeownership remains cheaper than renting, except in biggest cities
A new analysis found that owning a median priced home was more affordable than the average rent on a 3-bedroom property in the majority of US counties — except for big cities
by Ben Verde Jan 6
Lessen hits unicorn status with $170M Series B
The new funding pushes Lessen into 'unicorn' status, meaning its valuation has topped $1B. It's the second industry player in November to earn the title
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 1
Renting vs. buying: Here are some points to ponder 
Given current market conditions, there really are no bargains, so it comes down to what a given individual wants — financially and personally. Here's what to consider in the buying vs. renting debate
by Michael Zaransky Aug 3
RentSpree’s advances help landlords and agents manage the entire business of occupancy: Tech Review
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RentSpree is a sharp value-add for rental businesses but will need to outsmart the long-existing habits of established landlords and leasing agents
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 9
Jacksonville apartment property website wins Webby honor
A website built for an apartment property in Florida was 1 of 3 in the world — and the only website in the US — to be awarded as an honoree at the 25th Annual Webby Awards
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 15
EasyKnock founder: 'Agents have to differentiate themselves'
EasyKnock CEO Jarred Kessler argued during Inman Connect Now Thursday that agents need to show that they're on the cutting edge
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 12
Don't ignore renter leads! 6 steps for turning them into homebuyers
Helping renters become homeowners is about mindset — both yours and your clients'. Here's how to evaluate the renter leads you receive and convert them into homeowners when their lease expires
by Bernice Ross Nov 11
Clients planning to rent? 10 realities they need to be aware of
House shopping in the coronavirus era is a high-intensity exercise, with homes selling at warp speeds. Clients who are turning to renting as a temporary solution might need to be aware of today's realities. Here are a few
by Cara Ameer Oct 27