Spring market falls short, but low inventory is driving up competition
New listings were down 19% during the 4-week period ending May 7, while pending home sales were down 16%, according to a new report from Redfin
by Ben Verde May 12
Pam Liebman: Corcoran's 50th year, taking the high road and more
In advance of the brokerage's 2nd annual BeCorcoran event, the CEO spoke with Inman about Corcoran's past, present and future and how the brokerage is meeting a shifting market head-on
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 25
Anthony Hitt: E&V looks to future while doubling down on the basics
Following a brand 'refinement,' Engel & Völkers will continue rolling out more technology updates to better arm agents to serve the clients of tomorrow, all while sticking to its core values, Hitt said
Will migration fizzle out in 2023? History points to existential shift
The migration trends that drove housing demand during the pandemic are ending. But that doesn't mean people aren't moving, according to an Inman analysis of historic data
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 31
Will spring be a bust? 4 decades of housing data tell a complex story
Past periods of high inflation and high rates — be it in 1979, 1980 or 1990 — have caused the housing market to stall. But they also didn't crush it forever, according to an Inman analysis
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 28
'2021 all over again': Agents get to work as spring homebuying arrives
On the first day of spring, agents across the US who spoke to Inman saw the return of bidding wars and busy open houses, suggesting that after a slow 2022 the market is turning a corner
BHHS CEO Christy Budnick is ready to dive into the spring market
As 'motivator and chief encourager' of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Budnick said she's bullish about the upcoming year. Agents who get down to business will thrive, she added
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 28
3 strategies to step into the spring market on the right foot
Now is the time to take constructive action that can impact the trajectory of your whole year. Do these 3 things to successfully set the tone for this year’s unique market conditions 
by Julie Busby Feb 21
7 hot spring market tips to boost business and keep burnout at bay
There's so much to do, and to take in, this time of year. Here, find some ways to stay grounded, focused and ready for whatever the market throws your way this season
by Darryl Davis Mar 29
Coming this spring: Fear, doubt and 'a perfect storm of uncertainty'
Opinion
Agents are prone to wanting to fix everything; it’s the nature of the business. That makes it tough to communicate in the face of uncertainty
by Jay Thompson Mar 15
Russia, Ukraine, interest rates: Economist answers burning spring market questions
Interest rates are on the move, but maybe not in the direction you'd expect. Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner reveals what the Russian invasion of Ukraine may mean for interest rates and the spring housing market
by Matthew Gardner Mar 11
10 tips for prepping your listings in this frenzied spring market
There's no better time to showcase your listing than spring. With these tips, you’ll be the expert your clients need to sell their home in this fast-paced market and get them top dollar for their sale
by Joshua Katz Apr 13
Mortgage applications decrease 1%
Climbing mortgage rates have slowed demand for refinance applications, while purchase applications remain strong moving into spring, according to Mortgage Bankers Association
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 10
How a snowy spring is impacting real estate
The never-ending winter weather is affecting the spring market, but East Coast agents are working hard to give excellent service regardless
by Christy Murdock Mar 23
An array of wooden spikes
The West and South witnessed the largest immediate gains in contract signings
by Caroline Feeney May 26