Fed expected to resist pressure from Trump for July rate cut
As Federal Reserve policymakers await more data confirming that inflation has been tamed, futures markets put the odds of a September rate cut at 90%, up from 64% a week ago
by Matt Carter Jun 25
Pulte: Let Fannie and Freddie count homebuyers' crypto assets
Head of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's federal regulator says mortgage giants should consider what risk mitigation might be required, 'including adjustments for market volatility'
by Matt Carter Jun 25
Is Zillow skating dangerously close to thin ice?
Opinion
Team leader Carl Medford writes that Zillow's brokerage license and algorithmic pricing suggestions could be setting it up for a legal showdown that threatens its entire business model
by Carl Medford Jun 25
Rocket rolls out bridge loan to win more business from homebuyers
New offering lets existing homeowners tap their equity to buy before they sell and make non-contingent offers to better compete with cash buyers in competitive markets
by Matt Carter Jun 24
Opendoor 'flipping the script' by sending seller leads to agents
After pilot tests in 11 markets, iBuyer expands its Key Connections program that puts partner real estate agents in touch with high-intent sellers who want to explore their options
by Matt Carter Jun 24
Knocking at your door: How social responsibility shapes culture
By embracing service opportunities, The Agency's Vice President of Vibes Makenzie Green writes, agents and brokerages can transform professional influence into a force for meaningful change
by Makenzie Green Jun 24
Speaking at San Diego Connect is a mitzvah for Michael Liebowitz
The president and CEO of Douglas Elliman sat down with Inman to discuss some of the brokerage's exciting updates and said he doesn't view speaking engagements as a chore, but a good deed
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 24
Judge whittles down Howard Hanna real estate commission lawsuit
No evidence of 'horizontal agreement' by real estate brokerages to inflate commissions, but judge will hear arguments alleging a 'vertical antitrust conspiracy' with NAR
by Matt Carter Jun 23
Compass sues Zillow over private listings ban
The antitrust suit, filed Monday in New York, accuses Zillow of using anticompetitive behavior and represents an escalation in an ongoing feud between the companies
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Opinion
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by Daniel Houston Jun 21
Struggling agents, 3 mins with Trump, ChatGPT revolution: Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers
by Dani Vanderboegh Jun 20
The price isn’t right? How to talk sellers through their concerns
Sellers don't want the slickest pitch or biggest promise, coach Darryl Davis writes. They want guidance without pressure. Here’s how to talk them through pricing objections and win the listing
by Darryl Davis Jun 20
Sellers don’t care about your fancy CRM. They care how you use it
Broker and lead gen consultant Josh Ries shares strategies for demonstrating to sellers how your tech tools will get the results they're looking for
by Josh Ries Jun 20
Streaming: Recruiting rules of 3s
Tune in to Inman Access as Vija Williams, head of industry at Place, tells you how to develop a winning recruiting plan and implement effective productivity systems
by Inman Jun 19
Hiring a home staging company? Ask these essential questions first
After owning a staging company for 20 years, team leader Carl Medford lists 7 categories of critical questions to ask before selecting a stager for you and your listings
by Carl Medford Jun 19