LA pauses new Section 8 applications amid funding cuts
The Section 8 program, which provides assistance for low-income households, seniors and individuals with disabilities, has suspended voucher applications due to funding reductions
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 14
A big week in M&A and the fate of Clear Cooperation: Inman's 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 Mar 14
Porch Group bolsters executive team as profits keep rolling in
Property insurance and home warranty provider announces 4 additions to its executive team to keep the momentum going after putting together 2 consecutive profitable quarters
by Matt Carter Mar 14
The homeowner affordability crisis is about to explode due to 'TI'
Soaring property tax and homeowners' insurance costs have made homeownership less affordable than any time since the 1980s, Bernice Ross writes
by Bernice Ross Mar 14
How to keep your sellers in the loop when their house isn’t moving
Keeping sellers in the loop isn’t just about providing updates, coach Darryl Davis writes. It’s about reinforcing confidence and, more importantly, earning their trust
by Darryl Davis Mar 14
Portuguese real estate agent inks $100M in sales. The twist? It's a bot
A Christie's International Real Estate franchise in Portugal, Porta da Frente Christie's, has built an AI-fueled bot it's billing as the world's first AI real estate agent. What could possibly go wrong?
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 13
Compass negotiating to buy Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
The deal is reportedly nearing the finish line, though the companies have not agreed on final terms
Kamini Lane: It couldn't 'be a worse time' to repeal Clear Cooperation
The Coldwell Banker Realty CEO wrote a 'Newsweek' op-ed about protecting Clear Cooperation, saying repeal would allow brokers to 'actively hide' listings amid a long-lasting housing shortage
by Marian McPherson Mar 13
Flourish Collective to break world record with 72-hour open house
Flourish Collective's event will attempt to break the Guinness World Record of a 68-hour open house while supporting a mission-driven cause that the firm has championed for over a decade
by Richelle Hammiel Mar 13
Brokerages that oppose CCP don't want transparency: Medford
Opinion
We need a fully transparent system that favors the consumer, not the broker, team leader Carl Medford writes, so that buyers and sellers can feel confident when transacting real estate
by Carl Medford Mar 13
Inside Real Estate acquires AI marketing startup ListAssist
The deal, which comes on the heels of its purchase of Folio parent company Amitree in 2024, aims to build on Inside Real Estate's consumer search, executives told Inman exclusively on Thursday
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 13
RealScout launches exclusive listing platform for brokerages
RealScout's new solution allows brokerages to create a branded exclusive listing search platform. Homebuyers will get data-backed recommendations and email alerts on new listings
by Marian McPherson Mar 13
Your phone knows you better than your bestie (and it's selling you out)
Mobile phones carry privacy and security risks due to their constant connectivity and vast amount of personal data. Safety expert Robert Siciliano shares strategies to protect yourself
by Robert Siciliano Mar 13
Maintenance repairs landlords are (and aren't) responsible for
Regular property inspections, transparent policies, and a willingness to address concerns create a foundation of trust between landlords and renters, Ryan Barone writes
by Ryan Barone Mar 13
Teams Spotlight: Harrison Polsky, The Polsky Team
Find out how Polsky and his team leverage his years of experience in luxury real estate and development to create optimal outcomes for team members and clients alike
by Christy Murdock Mar 13