Inman's state-by-state guide to reopening the economy
As the coronavirus pandemic gradually improves, a patchwork of plans to reopen local economies has emerged across the US
by Jim Dalrymple II May 14
New listings rise, with greatest uptick in higher price points
The total number of new listings increased 5.9% week over week, but new listings in the highest price tier were up by 8%, according to new data from Zillow
by Lillian Dickerson May 12
New status symbol for brokerages? A well-stocked supply of PPE
Although agents have relied on PPE throughout the pandemic, it's unclear if they and their clients will continue using the supplies once it's no longer absolutely necessary
Pennsylvania bill that would allow real estate services to resume advances to Senate
On Tuesday, the Pennsylvania House passed House Bill 2412 in a vote of 125 to 77, which would allow real estate services to be uniformly conducted across the state
The anxiety of homebuying in the time of coronavirus
Opinion
A first-time buyer — Inman reporter Andrea Brambila — goes through a day of socially distanced showings and wonders how to make the right choice while existing in a bubble
by Andrea V. Brambila Apr 23
'I'm feeling very optimistic': Agents in Southern states foresee 'booming' market as lockdowns lift
Isolation mandates are beginning to lift in a handful of Southern states. Agents across the region believe consumers will race back to the market
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 22
NAR: Buyers going under contract without seeing homes in person
25% of surveyed Realtors said at least one buyer client had signed a deal without physically visiting the property, according to NAR's latest Economic Pulse Flash Survey
by Andrea V. Brambila Apr 17
The post-coronavirus office: more air purifiers, less open floor plans
In the past few weeks, demand for air purification systems has jumped in an effort to provide safer work environments for employees. A shift away from open-concept offices may not be far behind
4 tips for generating new leads while staying home
Here are some ways to be proactive and stimulate interest in your business
by Loni Vogler AND Sonya Feigen Apr 7
How to keep your team's productivity levels up while working virtually
Working from home is very quickly becoming the norm in today's world. To make sure you're keeping productivity levels up, here are a few things you'll need to double down on when managing a team virtually
by Chris Pollinger Apr 2
woman working from home on a laptop
Opinion
Working from home may be your new normal, but it doesn’t mean you have to let your professional image fall by the wayside. Take some advice from the top YouTubers on DIY grooming
by Christy Murdock Mar 26
How to safeguard your business in this challenging time
Doubling up on cleanliness, catering to your clients' interests, staying abreast of your local real estate market news and other measures you can take to prepare your business for any disruption
by John Giffen Mar 22
Christmas lights shine for hope amidst coronavirus fears
Amidst fear and uncertainty, homeowners have begun hanging Christmas lights back up to signal their health and well-being while spreading hope to passersby
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 19
How to adapt your real estate team to this new reality
Here's a peek into how Seattle-based Team Diva pivoted its practices in the midst of today's crisis — from changes to marketing, listing processes and everything in between. With this comprehensive list, you can establish new guidelines for your team, too
by Chavi Hohm Mar 19