A slate of new companies backed by institutional investors is offering ways for owners to tap home equity. They made their pitch on Tuesday at Inman Connect New York
At ICNY on Tuesday, OJO Labs' Chris Heller and Nest Seekers International's Erin Sykes explain why real estate agents should pay less attention to national data and dig into local insights
'There are casualties in every war, but casualties come from egos and lack of action,' Kinney told an audience at Inman Connect New York on Tuesday
According to a new report, 24.6% of Redfin users were looking to move inspired by high housing costs in most major cities and the freedoms provided by remote work
Listing photos on Zillow show firefighters extinguishing the blaze as the $1.5M, 25-year-old mansion actively burns. The house is now under contract after just 6 days on the market
Ahead of a 1st Inman Connect New York appearance, Salem shares their journey from budding fashion mogul to real estate dynamo and the power of authenticity amid a changing market
The mortgage giants' federal regulator eliminates upfront fees for first-time homebuyers of limited means, but some better-off borrowers will see increases starting May 1
Slowing mortgage rate growth impacted homebuyers and sellers in different ways in December, according to Zillow's latest market report.
The reporting tool determines a number of return-on-investment scenarios, taking into account market conditions, available financing and any need for renovations and improvements
Inventory rose 69% and sales fell 38% to close out 2022 as the nation moves away from the frenzied seller’s market and closer to balance, according to a new market report from RE/MAX
The 6-month loan is a component of Home Swap that allows clients to prepare a home for market through basic repairs, small finish upgrades, painting and other items buyers look for in a home
The market isn't done falling but could soon stabilize, according to a survey of real estate executives and economists conducted by Point
Chris and Roberta Hanley designed a 5,500-square-foot home with mirrored glass to reflect the surrounding 70 acres of desert landscape near Joshua Tree National Park
In an appearance on 'Barron's Live,' Redfin's CEO explained how rising mortgage rates have trapped homeowners and homebuyers into a housing purgatory, tough for anyone to make a move
Zillow named Charlotte its hottest market of the year, continuing the trend of cities with relatively warm climates taking the top spot, following Tampa in 2022 and Austin in 2021
Real estate leaders are pessimistic about the state of the economy, but nevertheless upbeat about their ability to take share in a chaotic market, according to a new survey from Delta Media Group
The once-frantic pace of consumer price growth has been slowing for months, which may bode well for buyers' budgets — and financing, according to new data from Bureau of Labor Statistics
Jenkins, Better Homes and Gardens Native American Group chief marketing officer, sat down with Inman ahead of his appearance at Inman Connect New York later this month
While the nation continues moving away from the pandemic-era lows, it's doing so very slowly and well below rates seen during the Great Recession
Steve Luthman picked to lead Midwest, Southeast and Canada regions; and Syl Apps will head the South America region, the company announced on Wednesday
Second Century Ventures Managing Partner Tyler Thompson will join zavvie's board of directors, the company announced
In Glendale, California, a homebuyer with a median household income for the area can expect to save for 15.1 grueling years, compared to counterparts in Detroit, who will save for just 2.6 years
Proptech DropOffer predicts the number of selling alternatives on the market will result in an increase in non-MLS deals in 2023
Brokers, agents and homebuilders tallied a solid hiring month amid the holidays even as the downturn in real estate transactions continued, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics
As of Jan. 1, homes in Canada can only be purchased by the nation's citizens and a few other groups after a new law went into effect. The step's a campaign promise of Prime Minister Trudeau
While remote work helped drive up housing prices during the pandemic, a new study from the Economic Innovation Group argues remote work may help housing affordability in the future
Home prices grew by 8.6% compared to a year before but fell by 0.2% month over month. By Q2, prices are expected to be lower than they were a year before, CoreLogic says
Three generations of Hannas have grown the family business from a small mom-and-pop into a juggernaut with 15,000 agents and 400 offices. Expect momentum to rise exponentially in 2023
Stock market declines and recession concerns stopped the luxury market in its tracks in Q3, with home sales in the top percentile of the market declining 38% year over year, according to Redfin
The number of homes that went under contract in November dropped by another 4%, signaling a slow winter, according to data released Wednesday from the National Association of Realtors
Economists and other housing experts predict the market will be more balanced among buyers and sellers. Home prices won't change much while mortgage interest rates will continue to dip
‘It’s like that roller coaster where it’s going up and up and up and up. You don’t know what’s going to happen when you get to the top.’ Many investors had a pleasant ride in 2022. But the ride might come to an end.
Second-home mortgage rate locks were most common in Washington County, Utah, and Osceola County, Florida, according to luxury co-ownership company Pacaso's research
Home sales posted their biggest annual decline since Redfin started tracking the metric in 2012
The Sitzer/Burnett trial has been delayed until after a higher court rules on an appeal from HomeServices of America
Matt Lionetti and Jason Cassity said during Inman Connect Now on Thursday that the market shift has been fast and furious, and agents must start stepping up their games to survive
The act codifies same-sex and interracial marriage rights and ensures same-sex couples' marriages would be federally recognized if the Supreme Court overturns Obergefell
Builders have seen cancellation rates spike this year as buyers now struggle to afford the homes they signed up for months ago, according to data from John Burns Real Estate Consulting
Housing remained a strain on family budgets last month, but declining prices of gas, used cars and medical insurance helped soften the blow
Cost-of-living, cramped quarters and even politics are all top-of-mind for people considering a move in the coming years, a new Harris Poll reveals
Each of NevelHaus' carriage house designs are infused with modernism, characterized by open floor plans and floor-to-ceiling glass openings, meant for simple living
The Series A funding round was led by Moderne Ventures with strategic participation by The Travelers Companies, according to an announcement sent exclusively to Inman on Tuesday
Redfin launched its latest listing data update on Monday, which provides zoning and land use data for more than 70 million listings in the US and Canada
Sales of new homes have suffered, but plenty of projects remain active. Homebuilders have yet to make steep cuts to their payrolls, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics on Friday
Nationwide, home showing activity in October was down 27% year over year. In the West, the drop-off was nearly twice as steep
Daryl Fairweather also said during her Yahoo Finance appearance that 'demand is very weak' as both homebuyers and sellers take a breather from the housing market
Converting leads into clients isn’t easy, but knowing various types of clients and how to market to them will help
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Real things to be thankful for when the market feels more than a little bittersweet. There are many things to celebrate so grab a seat, pass the yams and prepare to cheers the year that seemingly teaches us a new lesson every day
The slowdown was most dramatic in COVID boomtowns like Las Vegas and Phoenix, according to a new analysis Tuesday by Redfin, which examined real estate investment activity in 40 metros
The Department of Housing and Urban Development on Monday prevailed in expanding flood insurance choices for homebuyers with Federal Housing Administration-insured mortgages
Inflation and mortgage rates took a hefty toll on homebuyers in October, with a record 60,000 home-purchase cancellations during the month, according to new data released Monday
The fall from 7.08% to 6.6% would save buyers approximately $100 a month on a median priced home, according to a report released Thursday from Redfin
The iBuyer has launched a new marketplace to connect homebuyers and sellers. The move comes as the housing market continues to slow and as iBuyers face gathering headwinds
Weeks after the banking giant unveiled a new property management system for rentals, JPMorgan announced it's investing in a $1B single-family built-for-rent venture
Agents face a tougher path to revenue than they did last year. Their brokerages can help, Keith Pike and Donnie Pingaro argued Thursday during a Connect Now virtual session
Home prices could fall by 8%, but rising mortgage rates and a 'mild recession' will blunt the savings in buyers' pockets, according to Capital Economics' new US Housing Market Outlook
The power buyer previously cut 20% of its staff in August. The cuts come as the broader real estate industry grapples with soaring mortgage rates and slowing sales
Central bank policymakers are trying to tame inflation while avoiding a deep recession. The home market could throw a wrench in those plans
The fix-and-flip housing market continues to shrink as real estate investors struggle to find deals. High interest rates are to blame, according to a new John Burns Real Estate Consulting survey
Rent remained 10.2% above September 2021 levels and 22.6% compared to 2 years earlier, according to the single-family rent index from property data information company CoreLogic
In dozens of communities across the U.S., affordable housing was on the ballot in the midterms. Here's how some of the biggest proposals did as results were still being tallied
Lawrence Yun said home prices will rise 1% and sales will dip 7% next year before recovering in 2024, in contrast to a Fannie Mae forecast last month that predicted falling prices next year
TheSkimm co-founders Danielle Weisberg and Carly Zakin took to the virtual stage at the National Association of Realtors' annual conference, NAR NXT, on Friday
The virtual tour software company posted $38M in revenue, up from $28.4M in Q2, avoiding headwinds that have ensnared others in the real estate space, according to earnings on Thursday
All-items inflation rose 7.7% in October — down from September's 8.2%. Although its welcome news, housing economists say it'll take until 2023 for homebuyers to see the savings
Annual home price growth fell from 14% in the second quarter to below 9%, according to the National Association of Realtors latest quarterly metro home price report, released Thursday
The newly released NAR 2022 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers is packed with powerful data to guide your lead generation efforts in 2023
A home for sale today is nearly twice as likely to be newly built than in 2019 as a glut of unsold projects reaches the market, according to a new report from Redfin
Homebuyers searching for price cuts on search portals are sure to get lucky if they check on this specific day of the week and check back again after 3 weeks, according to a new analysis by Zillow
Homebuyers and sellers are struggling to keep up with the rapidly shifting market, according to a Zillow survey of real estate agents, which found many believe home prices will fall steeply in 2023
Real estate employers added about as many jobs in September as would normally be expected this time of year, despite the market downturn
Rising home prices, mortgage rates and inflation cut the share of first-time buyers to 26% — the lowest level since the National Association of Realtors began surveying buyers and sellers in 1981
As prices began to fall, home equity held strong. Even the most distressed properties held positive equity in Q3 2022, according to a new report from Attom.
In today's complex market, it takes give-and-take on both sides of the transaction to make sure you get to the closing table
Lumber futures were trading at $454 per thousand board feet Monday after ascending to $539 per thousand board feet the week earlier, according to numbers tracked at Nasdaq.com
The median home for sale is spending 45% longer on the market than it was at this time last year, according to Zillow's research team
'Barbarian' became a runaway hit in October, but the Airbnb-referencing horror flick also raises a thorny issue for agents: What rooms can be listed as part of a property's total square footage?
Legislators declined to label it a 'timeshare' company, but approved rules that would set limits on where Pacaso can operate. The vote could set the stage for challenges elsewhere in the US
Affordability concerns weigh on nearly every corner of the housing market as the economy tips toward a possible recession, according to a new survey of real estate experts
The number of homes in some stage of the foreclosure process rose 27.4% compared to the year before, with the number of vacant homes in foreclosure rising for the third straight quarter
A reversal in home price growth in July deepened into August as prices declined by 0.9%, according to the latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller report. They remained up 13% from last year
The expansion comes as 85% of homeowners with a mortgage have a rate far below the current 7% yet high equity in their home. Splitero said expansion plans will continue in other states in 2023
The owner created a house that’s fit for Airbnb, complete with walls lined with NFTs, memes and other relics of crypto’s heyday. It's for sale for about 20.4M Dogecoins
'The Association was wrong.' The trade group says it's taking 'bold action' to address the legacy of discrimination that continues to impact access to housing today
Agents who can handle clients' concerns in a shifting market will continue generating business in tough times, Keller Williams and Reali trainers said at Inman Connect on Wednesday
During an Inman Connect panel, industry experts recommended that agents be ready to provide more context to buyers and sellers and be proactive about building relationships
Single-family projects took yet another beating in September, declining nearly 5% from the previous month and 18% year over year, according to data Wednesday from the US Census Bureau
Integration with Freddie Mac's HomeCoach tool lets housing counselors access automated underwriting tools used by mortgage lenders
With sales already slipping off highs from earlier in the pandemic, a survey of builders released Tuesday by the National Association of Home Builders suggests the bleeding may have just begun
Power buyers and mortgage lenders are providing certainty to homebuyers and sellers, industry leaders said at Inman Connect on Tuesday
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While mortgage companies go all-in on layoffs and bemoan the state of the industry, they’re failing to provide truly helpful solutions that would reassure buyers and get them into homes
What is Sailbridge? Learn about the power buyer from Flyhomes, how its fees work and how a client can use it to make a cash offer
Government’s estimate of the cost of owning a primary residence rose 0.8% in September and was up 6.7% compared to a year ago, which is the largest 12-month increase in the category's history
Economists at Fannie Mae project national home prices to decline by 1.5% and home sales by 21% in 2023 as Fed continues inflation fight
Acquiring construction materials remains expensive for homebuilders, even as a reduction in demand may be relieving supply chains, according to data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics
Helping today’s first-time homebuyer find the perfect fit is all about finding out what makes them unique — and finding the perfect place for them to feel at home.
The company says its software locks down the typically manual process surrounding the payoff request with machine learning to verify the wiring instructions
Construction costs remain high. But one of the biggest headaches for builders — obtaining lumber at a steady price — may be normalizing
Helping a buyer prepare for the purchase and development of a new construction home is a nuanced task. Here's what you should know
In some of the nation's most quickly slowing housing markets, the number of new listings is twice the number of recent sales, according to an analysis by SmartAsset
Pacaso has emerged as a leading second-home platform in the real estate co-ownership market. Here’s how real estate agents can earn more by selling one-eighth shares in any market
Tour requests to Redfin agents fell 7% and mortgage applications declined 13% during the week ending Oct. 1. 'Mortgage rates well over 6% are spooking homebuyers,' Redfin says
Real estate hiring bucked seasonal expectations for September, reflecting steady payrolls despite a weakening sales environment, according to new data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics
Some cities have seen work-from-home policies persist well beyond the pandemic's first year. See the places most transformed by remote work, according to the Economic Innovation Group
Homebuyers can now get a street-view look at listings, thanks to Zillow's newest integration with Apple Maps. Dubbed 'Look Around,' the feature is available in 19 markets
Starting Thursday, homebuyers can scout down payment assistance programs on Redfin listings, thanks to the brokerage's new partnership with Down Payment Resource
The housing market's summer rush may have lessened the impact of a deep drop in demand, according to new data from Attom. But what will happen in the historically slow months of fall?
'To be absolutely blunt, I'd never managed more than 10 people in my life.' Better CEO talks to Insider after months out of the spotlight while the company struggled through market downturn
Mortgage applications were more likely to be denied by lenders or withdrawn by homebuyers in census tracts where a higher share of buildings was at risk of future flooding
The startup company's model is yet another great example of how real estate market and consumer services data can coalesce to improve how buyers and sellers respond to the market
August numbers show spending on new single-family homes dropped to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $436B, a 2.9% fall from July, according to US Census Bureau data released Monday
Former Massachusetts broker Michael Flavin will serve 30 months in federal prison for convincing buyers to give him deposits for homes that were not for sale
Chris Osborn, Mitch Skinner and Claude Szyfer offered an update on multiple industry antitrust lawsuits at the Council of Multiple Listing Services' annual conference
The home that sold down the street a few weeks ago might not be a good guide for how to price yours, according to new data from Redfin
Lumber futures have fallen back to where they were before the pandemic ignited a boom in housing and stretched supply chains to the limit, according to data compiled by Nasdaq
A buyer looking at $500,000 houses in July would have seen their potential monthly payment fall by $177 in August, then rise by $328 since, according to a new analysis by Redfin
Online property marketplace, geared toward buyers selling properties as-is, launches Purchase Direct, which lets investors see the set price of a home and move straight to making an offer
It's still expensive to buy a home in nearly every part of the country. But for most buyers since the start of July, things didn't get worse, new data shows
New Redfin report finds markets in the Midwest and East Coast are weathering the market slowdown better than anywhere else. Chicago, Milwaukee and Albany, New York, top the list.
The slowdown in home sales, paired with the meteoric rise in rent, has more homeowners looking to become landlords rather than sell their homes in this market
Two major estimates of home prices now concur: The uninterrupted string of monthly increases came to an end this July, according to new data released Tuesday from CoreLogic and the FHFA
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The market may be slowing in some areas, but it will not come to a complete halt. Eric Forney of Livian shares this week's market insights and says that life events will keep consumers buying
As mortgage rates rose in recent weeks, so did home prices and purchase-loan applications. It's a strange time, a Redfin economist says
Companies seeking to use technology to add transparency and reduce friction in the homebuying process are particularly useful now, experts said during an Inman Connect Now virtual event
Agents who lean into this down market stand to gain market share that could benefit them for years, real estate executives argued Thursday at the Inman Connect Now virtual event
When it comes to appraisals there are plenty of opinions to go around. Understanding the pros and cons of contract contingencies is essential for you and your client
'Their business will benefit their customers, colleagues and communities, not just themselves and their other shareholders,' said Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman
Even though the economy is probably headed for a recession next year, the Fed is seen as having a ways to go before inflation is under control
The slowdown in housing has been 'fastest slowing' on the West Coast, where prices in some markets have already fallen by 2 percent since July, according to a new analysis by Redfin
Opinion
The entire country experienced a housing boom that set off a neighborhood infrastructure metamorphosis. Even with the housing market flipped upside down, the benefits are boundless
Pacaso CEO Austin Allison and Board Chairman Spencer Rascoff spoke to Inman about the emergence of a game-changing second-home model on the eve of its launch into a new market
Following the herd and conventional wisdom never got real estate investors anywhere. Try these tactics to score great deals on investment properties
Zillow has lowered its assessment of home values nationwide as the market continues to muddle through an ongoing slowdown in real estate
Rocket Mortgage rolls out 'Inflation Buster' mortgage, which provides a lower rate for 1 year, as it battles rival United Wholesale Mortgage for homebuyer market share
The housing market remains stilted by high mortgage rates with hopes for a turnaround dim, according to the Federal Reserve
Less than 2 months after layoffs, the power buyer is now in 17 states and says it's still on track to meet a goal of being operational in half of the US by the end of the year
Several newer brokerages have made big strides. But real estate executive Stefan Swanepoel says one established juggernaut still looms large: The holding company formerly known as Realogy
Discover what contingent and pending mean in real estate and learn about different listing statuses and other questions surrounding the purchase of homes
14 brokerages have partnered to launch the Southwest Florida Buyer Graph, which hosts real-time anonymized buyer data and habits and climate risk data
Three states alone accounted for 33 of the 50 markets most vulnerable to a housing downturn in the second quarter, while the South and Midwest remained stable, according to data from Attom
Realtor.com's 'Best Time to Buy' report revealed Sept. 25 to Oct. 1 is the best time for buyers to seize early-season savings as rising mortgage rates and booming inflation clobber demand
Purchase loan applications fell 29% from the same period last year, the result of rising rates that are double their levels from 2021, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s weekly index
'Your First Home' is designed to be a guide for new real estate consumers. The book is now in its second edition and includes updated information on an array of timely topics
The slowing housing market has yet to significantly reduce costs for most Americans. But economists believe more rate hikes may be on the way
A new study suggests that buyers who viewed homes in high-risk flood areas ended up turning to higher ground with their eventual offers when presented with the brokerage’s flooding data
Women and adults under 30 did see improvements to their credit scores in pioneering a randomized study of 5,854 prospective first-time homebuyers
More than half of the homes built since the start of 2020 are at an elevated risk of wildfire. Redfin's research team takes a look
Fannie Mae's National Housing Survey suffered its sixth-straight month of declines — and the lowest reading in a decade — as market conditions pushed buyers and sellers to the sidelines
Homebuilders are reporting shorter construction timelines and fewer supply-chain issues as they deal with a drop in demand for new houses, according to a new survey of homebuilders
Zillow has released a new tool to declutter the consumer search experience, a 'hide home' feature that shrouds already eliminated options
Gains in household real estate equity have far outpaced growth in US mortgage debt, according to new numbers from the Federal Reserve board
Give your buyers the information they need to stay motivated to buy against rising prices, rents and rates. Homeownership is still key
A rebalancing market can be painful for agents. But it also presents opportunities for them to show off their marketing prowess, C-suite executives said last month at Luxury Connect
Kelman and other real estate 'tycoons' star in a 'Shark Tank'-inspired competition called 'Buy My House.' The show debuts Friday on Netflix
Inventory rose due to a steep drop in homebuyer demand and homes that are spending more time on market while sellers pulled back on listing new properties, according to Realtor.com data
Spending on construction in the US has been growing for years, but amid rising rates and a stalling market that trend appears to be coming to an end
House purchases are expected to plummet further in the closing months of the year, and the recovery may not pick up speed until 2024, according to a new forecast from the investment bank
During his latest appearance on CNBC, Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman shared how buyers and sellers are locked in a battle of the wills as the market slowly shifts in buyers' favor
Picket Fence Preview alleged that Zillow 'hijacked inquiries from deceived buyers' for its agent advertisers, but the court said the plaintiff failed to allege harm to consumers or competition
The partnership was announced along with a $25M funding round led by Brand Foundry Ventures, with participation by Move and existing investors Link Ventures and Listen Ventures
Critics raise issues over conclusion that listing homes on the MLS is what caused higher sales prices and faster transactions, especially if NAR rules mean MLSs have a thumb on the scale
More than 2 years after moving in with parents, many millennials and Gen Zers have yet to leave, a new report says. Those still in the coop use their time to pay down debt and save for homeownership
Better still searches for options to remain a private company as the deadline to become a publicly traded company was pushed to March 8, according to a filing with the SEC
Real estate agents don't have to be on edge all the time to be top performers — as long as they nail this part of the day, Gary Keller said Wednesday at Keller Williams' Mega Camp event
The founder of Keller Williams reminds agents that it's still a seller's market and stresses lead generation amid the ongoing slowdown
Clever's integration of Total Expert's CRM and customer engagement platform could help the company drum up homebuyers who aren't already working with real estate agents
At Inman Connect Las Vegas earlier this month, executives behind the blockchain company Consortia discussed ways the business of buying and selling real estate could change overnight
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
Home sales were down 19% year over year in July, a sign the pandemic-era boom in housing demand may be in the rearview mirror, according to new data released Monday by Redfin
'While July’s housing market data update is big news, and could get first-time buyers’ hopes up, the future is unlikely to bring meaningful improvement to housing affordability,' Zillow says
Better describes the Tinman Marketplace as 'the next evolution of Better's proprietary loan platform,' powered by Palantir’s Foundry operating system
In China, most recent buyers of new apartments took out mortgages before their buildings were finished. Now many are threatening to not pay
More buyers have been backing out of deals than at any time since the early weeks of the pandemic. And in July, that share ticked up again, according to a new report from Redfin
The number of new construction projects for single-family homes dropped by 10% in July, the steepest decline of the year, according to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development
A housing slowdown is underway throughout much of the country. But these 5 local markets may be positioned to weather the storm, according to new data from Moody's Analytics
Fewer homebuyers are facing even a single competing offer. And when buyers find themselves in bidding wars, the field is less crowded, according to a report from Redfin
A Nevada woman set out to buy a single-family home worth just under $600,000, but due to an error at the title company ended up with an entire subdivision, according to reports
Single-family homes saw a double-digit annual rise in sale prices in 148 of 185 metro markets in Q2, but overall numbers point to a housing market in opening stages of a cooldown, report says
Purchase loan activity has dropped in 5 of the last 6 weeks as some buyers remain wary, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association
Founder and CEO Tim Heyl told employees in a letter Wednesday that the slowing market had made a sizable dent in the company's 'buy with cash' product, according to a spokesperson
A steep drop in gas prices offset the rising costs of housing and food for many families. Prices were still up 8.5% year over year, says a report from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics
Interest in the housing market has peaked on Google, with searches for whether a crash is imminent shooting up. The spike suggests homeowners are nervous about their market timing
The long-awaited recovery in home inventory is in full swing. It's not being driven by a rise in new listings but by the ongoing slowdown in demand from buyers, according to Realtor.com
The bill contains several of Democrats' top legislative priorities. But several big affordable housing proposals missed the final cut
The brokerage's revenue grew 52 percent annually in the second quarter, reaching $128.2 million, up from $84.2 million last year, according to an earnings on Thursday.
Peter Prudden, Dee Dee Guggenheim Howes and Neyshia Go share at Inman Luxury Connect, how they've built robust businesses in their respective markets by focusing on consumer needs
At Luxury Connect, Sotheby's International Realty CMO Brad Nelson, Engel & Volkers CEO Anthony Hitt and Douglas Elliman CEO Scott Durkin share advice on wielding a market shift
Homebuying power has been in decline but the market fundamentals remain as strong as they were in 2019. Here is some advice from First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming
The complaint alleges negligence and breach of fiduciary duty after an unknown third party impersonated the brokerage's title company and sent the buyers fraudulent wiring instructions
Despite significant roadblocks, there are still plenty of places you can retire affordably and satisfyingly across the country. Here's the list compiled by a new report from Realtor.com
Like its sister company, Freddie, Fannie Mae remained profitable in Q2 despite pressure from inflation, rising interest rates and worsening affordability, according to earnings released Friday
If rates come down in the next 3 years, Rocket Mortgage's program will cover some refinancing costs including first appraisal, credit report, tax certification, and mortgage recording fee
The study argues that decoupling commissions would harm first-time, low-income, and minority buyers, but critics like the Consumer Federation of America say it's based on a faulty premise
Florida and California are most at risk of experiencing a housing downturn during a recession, according to Redfin. Both states saw exorbitant growth during the pandemic-fueled buying rush
Mortgage rates began to take a toll on price growth as early as this spring. But prices remained more resilient than other market indicators, according to the S&P Corelogic Case-Shiller Index
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The Realtor organization's new campaign comes after a sweeping investigation in which journalists found endemic discrimination among Long Island's real estate community
Homes are still selling, but the ongoing market shift is giving homebuyers more and more leverage everyday, agents and economists told Inman this week
Homebuyers can now use the app to narrow their searches to specific neighborhoods, ZIP codes, cities, counties or entire states. It also notifies users of new properties meeting their criteria
Ahead of Inman Connect Las Vegas, the leader of the Chicago-based brokerage said he's better positioned than Redfin and Compass to grow into a changing market
Nina Dosanjh has worked in real estate for 12 years. She acts as treasurer for the San Francisco Association of Realtors and was named among Inman's Real Estate Influencers of 2017
Foreign buyers, either noncitizens living in the US or those with permanent homes outside the country, scooped up 98,600 existing homes between April 2021 and March 2022, NAR reports
In the month of June, just under 50% of home offers written by its agents faced competition on a seasonally-adjusted basis, the lowest rate in over 2 years, the brokerage reported Wednesday
Q2 Consumer price growth exceeded 10% year over year in Phoenix, Atlanta, Miami and Tampa — each of which had among the nation’s strongest net inflow of interest in moving
Builder sentiment dropped at the second-fastest pace of the last two decades as construction companies began cutting costs, according to the National Association of Home Builders
Broadband service remains a challenge for large swaths of America. Rural internet service is a key part of the Biden administration's $1.2T infrastructure bill, in which it was allotted $65B
Opinion
In an overheated seller’s market, it does not take a rocket scientist to sell a home. However, as the market turns, the need for real skill emerges
A record-high number of homebuyers are prioritizing affordability as high home prices and mortgage rates limit their ability to buy homes
Longer loans, including a 50-year concept recently floated in the UK, are sometimes framed as a way to improve housing affordability. But the experts aren't convinced
The fast-paced cycle of the typical US home sale has begun to slow, paving the way for a recovery of the nation's depleted home inventory
More sellers dropped their asking prices in June almost everywhere in the US. In some places, more than half of homes for sale saw a cut
Housing costs were one of the biggest drivers of inflation in June, pushing higher at a pace unseen since 1990, according to a report Wednesday from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
The photo and video service company now helps agents market properties directly to crypto enthusiasts. Agents can request a free, real-estate-backed NFT, the company announced
Buyers would have to spend 86% of their income to afford the $600,000 median home price, according to new research released Monday from RealtyHop
The complimentary platform 'Elliman Showroom' will combine the services of a personal assistant with a dashboard of recommended vendors to help clients with the move-in process
Real estate tech expert Mike DelPrete will share what companies are doing to emerge victorious amid uncertainty at Inman Connect Las Vegas next month
A new report from the US Federal Reserve suggests it was spiking demand — not a lack of homes for sale — that sent prices skyrocketing over the past 2 years
About 60,000 home-purchase agreements were canceled in June 2022, or about 14.9% of all homes that went under contract throughout the month, according to a new report from Redfin
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For too many agents, a call after the listing is sold is ignored. Instead, make it an opportunity and a springboard for adding value
A slew of lawsuits may radically change how agents get paid and real estate generally. Here's Inman's deep dive into what's going on and what it all means
Company says purchase will help it ‘expand further into the real estate industry,’ as it specializes in providing brokers and agents with high-quality photography and other marketing services
In parts of the country, buyers are backing out of contracts for new homes at rates not seen since the shock of the pandemic first set in during March of 2020
The Alexander Team takes over after SERHANT. listed the 8,255-square-foot penthouse last year. Now, the Alexander Team is in search of a 'true collector' to determine the value of the home
In new court filings in the Moehrl case, lawyers singled out hundreds of phone calls — far more than previously reported — in which agents steered business away from discount brokerage REX
Fears of impending recession and a spate of prominent layoff announcements put only a moderate damper on real estate hiring last month, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics
Opinion
Many agents are taking a beat to rethink their business plans they wrote at the beginning of 2022. Is your plan ready to shift with the market?
The company continues its quest to go public despite turmoil in the market. New executives are a mix of recent hires and internal promotions
Multiple lawsuits are challenging the way agents get paid. Inman asked experts what that means, and how the future of real estate might evolve as a result of changes to the commission structure
Anywhere Chief Operating Officer Melissa McSherry dished on the Realogy rebrand and her plans to revolutionize real estate through technology ahead of Inman Connect Las Vegas
Opinion
Many agents are frustrated with low inventory on both sides of the transaction. Try these strategies to create inventory for your clients and find a pathway to under contract
The vast majority of recently purchased vacation homes are exposed to risk from storms and heat. Floods are an increasing concern
The real estate establishment's latest salvo against the so-called 'bombshell' buyers' agent case is a sprawling, 3,000-page argument against granting class-action status in the Moehrl federal suit
Opinion
To keep the American experiment vital and vibrant, we need buy-in from folks who are getting overlooked in the current market
The typical asking price for a home on the market took a modest downward turn in late May and early June, a sign of a softening market
Power buyers became synonymous with cash offers during the first 2 years of the COVID housing market. Homeward's CEO shares what's next for the sector ahead of Inman Connect Las Vegas
Q2 of 2022 saw the affordability of the typical home purchase erode at the fastest pace in at least 2 decades. Median home purchases would have taken up 31.5% of average annualized wage
The CEO of IBM, which employs hundreds of thousands of people, recently described remote work as 'the new normal.' And that translates to permanent changes to the housing market
Ahead of Inman Connect Las Vegas, Teresa Grobecker and Kevin Cottrell of Real Estate Consortia discuss efforts to standardize the blockchain's role in home sales
At the year's outset, housing experts wondered when the market's rapid price growth might begin to slow. New data from S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index provides fresh clues
Mortgage payments are as high as it's been in recent memory. But a sudden slowdown in growth may spell a turning point for the market
Realtor.com and the LGBTQ Real Estate Alliance's latest joint survey reveals how discrimination stops transgender and non-binary buyers from finding safe, secure communities
Real estate agents can keep clients informed about a changing market without buying into doomsday proclamations, 3 top brokers argued on Thursday at Inman Connect Now
Homeward CEO Tim Heyl, Divvy CEO Adena Hefets and Flyhomes CEO Tushar Garg dished on how the market shift has impacted Power Buyers at Inman Connect Now on Thursday
Using fancy computer techniques, researchers analyzed more than 14,000 photos of homes for sale. From bedrooms to decks, here are the most popular features
Fewer members of Generation Z said they were 'handy' than older groups did in a recent poll, with Generation X tallying the highest scores in a survey of 1,049 people conducted by CraftJack
An increasingly unaffordable home market is affecting homebuyer decisions and altering forecasts for price growth in the months to come, according to a new forecast by Zillow
Opinion
Although there is still an inventory shortage, cash buyers can use this time to enjoy a wider selection of homes than buyers who are taking out a loan
The slowing demand for homes is affecting the balance of power between buyers and sellers, according to 2 new reports from Redfin
Nearly 90% of Americans know how many children Kim Kardashian has, but fewer than 33% know how to get pre-approved for a mortgage, according to a new survey from Zillow
Jerome Powell on Wednesday acknowledged the tough situation buyers now find themselves in, adding that 'We need to get back to a place where supply and demand are back together'
Reaction to rate hike was mixed on Wednesday as real estate agents noted what they saw as a clear signs of a ‘transitioning market.' Economists say mortgage rates could actually dip
Shortly after Spears' wedding last week with actor Sam Asghari, the pop icon's car was seen parked with moving trucks at a recently sold mansion outside LA
Heading into 2022, forecasters at Realtor.com set expectations for where the home market would go. Halfway in, they're taking a second look
Out to 'democratize the hotel industry,' new modular home manufacturer aims to turn landowners into sustainable hoteliers in weeks, not years
Starting this month, StreetEasy users will have free access to ShowingTime's tour scheduling platform. The platforms will also provide training sessions for agents and brokerage partners on best practices
Researchers at the mortgage giant point to 4 things that drove the meteoric rise in home prices over the past few years. Investors weren't one of them
Hidden costs loom large for buyers in the first year of homeownership, and, surprisingly, that can be even more true with a new build, according to the National Association of Homebuilders
Opinion
Can your team thrive with their current support system? Strong leaders know that agents need tech and tools that work to achieve measurable growth
Opinion
Studies show that businesses that embrace diversity are more successful than their competitors. Team leaders should reevaluate their workplace and business plan for growth for today's modern consumer
The share of homeowners who sold to an iBuyer declined in the opening months of 2022, as Zillow continued its exit from the business
A plethora of communication options for agents exist, but real estate agents told Inman email is still the best option for managing transactions and covering your tail if trouble comes calling
Soft skills can help maintain "good vibes" and stave away dated sales scripts that deter clients. These gentle prospecting tips can help you and your team sell homes with heart over hustle
It’s getting hairy out there for homebuilders as construction leaders report that buyers are losing interest in pricy new properties now that mortgage rates have climbed, according to a new survey
Move has acquired real estate agent marketplace UpNest for an undisclosed amount. UpNest will be used to bolster Realtor.com's buyer and seller services, the company said
Opinion
Taking a broader view of school ratings and the methodologies they use to arrive at their conclusions can elevate thousands of schools nationwide that are unfairly underrated by today’s dominant system
More than 100 housing experts surveyed by Zillow generally agreed that housing prices won't face a big downturn. But a mild recession may be in play later this year or in 2023, they believe
Do you have what it takes to impress buyers while showing homes? These are the five qualities your clients are looking for
More than $3.9B in pandemic-relief loans went to single-employee real estate entities, according to a new report. Nearly 80% of that amount was forgiven
50% of people who bought a home over the past 2 years say the process brought them to tears, according to a new survey conducted by Zillow
Employers added 16,700 residential construction jobs in May on a seasonally adjusted basis, nearly doubling the national rate of job growth, according to new Department of Labor figures
The number of vacant properties going through the foreclosure process is up once again to just over 7,500 in Q2, according to Attom Data Solutions, even as fewer total properties lie vacant
The price of lumber has taken another dramatic downturn, just the latest wild swing for builders in the cost of home construction
Affordability challenges mean some sellers are reducing asking prices, but demand for homes continues to outpace supply, says First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming
During his latest CNBC appearance, Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman said rising mortgage rates, softening home price growth and changing buyer attitudes are all signs of an impending shift
LandOnEarth, an app that matches homebuyers with listings based on their lifestyle preferences, aims to match buyers with their dream home faster
A leading independent real estate brokerage Crye-Leike, was Ribbon's partner in launching Power Buyer services in Alabama in December. Ribbon's goal to serve half of U.S. by year's end
The report found that three-quarters of counties where median home prices exceeded $250,000 saw declines in rental yields
The monthly mortgage payment on a typical home is more than 50% pricier than it would have been a year ago, according to Zillow's research team, yet competition remains fierce
Mortgage rates are up, and demand for homes is edging down. Redfin Chief Economist Daryl Fairweather laid out a possible scenario of what the months ahead might look like at Connect
The online database is free for homeowners located in the Washington, D.C., metro area, and homeowners can opt to provide as much or as little personal information to Go Brent as they like
The pandemic-era home market has been marked by frenzied competition among buyers. But one arena in particular has been hardest-fought
Just 60.7% of home offers crafted by Redfin agents encountered competition in April — the lowest level since March 2021
Almost a year after streamlining its buy box to avoid median-priced homes, co-ownership platform Pacaso claims it has had a net positive impact on the destinations it operates in
After piloting cash-offer product in Texas and Colorado, company plans to offer Buy With Orchard in all of its markets in the months ahead
In the first quarter of 2022, just under 45% of Black families owned their home, compared to 74% of white families, according to a Redfin analysis of US Census Bureau data released Tuesday
Opinion
There is no question that rising interest rates have pushed us into a market shift. Here's how to have those all-important discussions with your buyer clients about timing, markets and budget
Guild's CashPass program is available for primary residences, second homes or investment properties, with down payments depending on occupancy
Zillow Senior Economist Jeff Tucker is skeptical that a housing bubble is looming, but he worries such talk could hurt future buyers in need of homebuilders to continue producing new inventory
Ability to retrieve quotes helps borrowers assess their options and streamlines the mortgage insurance process for lenders
After months of speculation, the Biden administration just announced that it will wipe out as much as $20,000 in individual student loan debt
Abrupt policy shift not expected, but Fed chair confirms that, 'If things come in better than we expect, then we’re prepared to do less'
Luxury Portfolio International surveyed more than 4,600 high-income and high-net-worth individuals across more than 20 countries to find out what luxury buyers want now
Rising mortgage rates, booming home prices and scant inventory are pushing homebuyers to quicken their plans, according to Redfin's latest market report, released Friday
Realogy rebranded as Anywhere on Thursday, surprising agents, industry leaders and branding experts, who were mostly upbeat about what the new name means for the company's trajectory
Discount brokerage says it will focus on 'other issues that cause consumers to be overcharged every time they buy and sell a home'
Discrimination, mortgage readiness and affordability continue to be significant hurdles for Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, according to new report released Wednesday
Nearly 45% of homes in the country were considered equity rich, up from 41.9% in the fourth quarter. But the rising values are creating barriers for first-time buyers
The price of lumber took a big dip to start the week, just the latest unexpected shift in the cost of building a new home
Opinion
Buying a home is considered one of the most significant milestones of adult life, yet many homeowners are troubled by buyer’s remorse. Here's how to better prepare buyers for the costs of homeownership
Opinion
Inventory continues to be a challenge for all real estate agents, but you don’t have to wait passively for the market to provide inventory
Inman’s Property Portfolio was created for small-time investors and property managers. What are you most interested in learning more about?
Texas-based power buyer Homeward launched in Florida on Tuesday. Buyers will be able to request cash offers and use the platform's mortgage and title services
A record low 19 percent of Americans say it's a good time to buy a home, according to a monthly survey Fannie Mae's been conducting since 2010
Oregon's ban on homebuyer love letters would be ruled unconstitutional if a judge accepts a deal the state has struck with the brokerage that filed suit against the ban last year
15 percent of homesellers dropped their asking price during the four-week period ending May 1, compared to nine percent of sellers last year
Real estate employers — a category that includes brokerages — added 6,100 jobs in April, a rate that matched national monthly jobs growth
Revenue, market share, web users and homes sold by RedfinNow all rose. But the company reported a $90.8M net loss in a Q1 earnings call on Thursday
Sellers get the best premium on their homes when they sell in mid-to-late May. The late weeks of spring are more profitable than early ones, according to a new report from Attom Data Solutions
The decision to overturn Roe v. Wade by a conservative majority in the court is expected to lead to bans in approximately half the states and could potentially lead to new migration trends
Buyers have watched mortgage rates shoot from 3% to 5% this year alone, and that common refrain — 'Is it really the best time to buy?' — is always top of mind for clients, agents told Inman
With $115M in Series C funding, Point plans to be in 28 markets within a year
The National Association of Realtors' latest quarterly housing market report revealed buyers' search for cheaper housing led booming home price growth in Florida and other smaller markets
Opinion
The pandemic presented unprecedented challenges, and multifamily leaders had to adapt. Here are just some of the ways builders are softening the blow of supply chain issues
Women and millennials led the majority of Asian American and Pacific Islander homeownership growth in 2021, according to Realtor.com's latest housing study
Redfin has reached a settlement with the National Fair Housing Alliance in its discrimination case after nearly 2 years. The brokerage will pay $4M along with making several policy changes
As they consider the uncertain future ahead, here's what real estate agents are giving up in their professional and personal lives
One-fifth of prospective homebuyers polled would also be willing to put in an offer immediately, according to Bank of America's annual Homebuyer Insights Report, released Thursday
The nation's gross domestic product shrank in the first three months of 2022, overshadowing a strong period for residential investment
With the new partnership, NAR members can access climate-related hazard data for on and off-market properties. The data includes risks for drought, fire, storm, heat and flood damage
The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance's latest member survey reveals the continued challenge discrimination poses, despite the increase in diversity and inclusion initiatives
Prices grew at the third-fastest annual pace in 35 years, according to the US National Home Price Index, released Tuesday. Since then, experts have observed early signs of a cooling market
New data from Redfin shows the market in March was slightly less brutal than one month prior
Occupancy rates dipped slightly in March, but it wasn’t for lack of demand. Travelers drove prices up over 10 percent year over year
Shortly after the Biden administration announced its plan to end housing discrimination, HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge said the department is taking a more hardline approach to enforcement
Zillow now expects home value growth to reach 14.9% through March 2023, down from its previous estimate of 16.5% growth. What's with the downgrade?
KW President Marc King, Douglas Elliman CEO Scott Durkin and Rocket Mortgage EVP Christian Wallace discuss the barriers to creating a fully digital transaction at Inman Connect
Top-performing agents share what it takes to succeed in real estate in 2022 during the second day of Inman Connect in New York
Real estate leaders gathered Tuesday at Inman CEO Connect to discuss what kinds of changes might shape the next chapter in the housing business
The CEO-turned-proptech investor warns a government probe into cooperative compensation between agents could be a 'black swan' event that benefits CoStar
To serve 5 new markets in Washington, Knock has partnered with local real estate brokerages, half of which are affiliated with Keller Williams
Nearly 4% fewer homes sold in March than did the month before, after accounting for seasonal factors. Prices rose by 6%, the largest monthly price increase since 2013
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There are smart ways to overcome a cash offer for that apartment, condo or co-op your buyer really wants. Here's how to go about making your buyer's offer more competitive
The expanded program and a new buy-before-you-sell offer will be unveiled in Colorado and Utah in the next 2 weeks, followed by Arizona, Nevada and Idaho, executives told Inman exclusively
The average property tax bill rose by 1.8 percent in 2021. That's the lowest increase in years, despite record home price growth, according to a new report from Attom Data Solutions
The National Association of Realtors latest consumer survey revealed affordability is the main thing plaguing homebuyers, followed by discrimination, mortgage access and agent performance
After helping Redfin's iBuyer business navigate a period of change, Jason Aleem is now tasked with leading its sales team into the next era
Rents rose by 0.4% from February to March — a slowdown from recent months even as gas and food costs spiked, according to the latest Consumer Price Index released Tuesday
Homeowners, long resistant to new apartments in their neighborhoods, are increasingly open to other ways of adding housing units, according to a new survey by Zillow
Home affordability is an ever more elusive dream for many in today's market. Down payment assistance programs can be buyers' bridge to the reality of owning a home by overcoming the cash-to-close hurdle
Keller Williams President Marc King says the company has a TBA plan to help the 80% of agents who are underproducing level up — playing to the company's belief that the agent is always no. 1
The biggest real estate brokerages and franchise networks made big gains in market share in 2021 and accounted for 61% of home sales, a new report reveals
Ahead of Inman Connect New York this month, former Trulia president and current proptech investor Paul Levine talks iBuying, company culture and the future of real estate
After hovering near 3% for nearly 2 years, mortgage rates have rebounded faster than expected. But amid uncertainty, economists are divided on whether 5% rates are here to stay
A new National Association of Realtors study details remodeling projects that brought the most joy and best returns on investment. Can you guess what they are? Take Inman's quiz to find out
Quarterly market reports released this week from several area brokerages revealed a luxury market in high demand, with climbing prices and little inventory
Most homebuyers considering a move are looking to relocate relatively close to their current home, according to new data released Thursday from proptech company OJO Labs
For months, the rise in home prices was in line with underlying indicators. Now, it may have gone too far, a Dallas Fed report suggests
In today’s competitive market, houses in all price ranges are drawing multiple offers, leaving many buyers in the lurch and exhausting agents. Here’s how some pros are getting by
Real estate agents and brokers approved by Clear Capital provide property information that supplements data from public sources, helping appraisers complete accurate desktop appraisals
Investors flipped more homes in 2021, balancing a welcome fast-moving market with an unwanted and precipitous decline in gross profits that brought them down to 2008 levels
Top real estate leaders met for 3 days this week in Palm Springs, California, at Inman Disconnect to arrive at predictions for the future of real estate. Here's what came out of those conversations
Opinion
It’s time for the mortgage lending industry to move to an AVM-based appraisal model. There is too much room for error, especially in today's super-fast-paced market
Despite record-high prices, homes remain much more affordable for buyers than they were in 2006, but buying power has taken a big hit lately
Here, Inman has created an extensive resource for ways to find inventory — from old-school methods to more creative approaches — when it seems like there's nothing left on the shelves
A Coldwell Banker survey found that 35% of millennial homeowners and 44% of Gen Z homeowners plan to sell within a year and expect their agents to be social media savvy
Competition for condos has been fierce in the past year as buyers once again looked for homes nearer their cities' urban centers
A new class of tech company is responding to the home inventory shortage by taking sellers to the edge of the MLS — and sometimes beyond — with off-market appeals and more
As homebuyers falter under the weight of scant inventory and booming home prices, everyone is counting on homebuilders to tip the scales by increasing supply. However, the specter of The Great Recession and coronavirus-induced supply chain issues means help — for builders and buyers — is far away
Pending home sales decreased 4.1% in February from the previous month, and were down 5.4% from the same period last year
25 brokerages have partnered to launch the New Jersey Buyer Graph, which hosts real-time anonymized buyer data and habits, and climate risk data.
In honor of the 94th Academy Awards this Sunday, Inman combed through dozens of movies — including a few killer alien flicks — to see what Hollywood really thinks of the real estate industry
For the first time, Redfin users will now be able to search the Seattle-based brokerage's online listing portal for homes and apartments for rent, it was announced Wednesday
In 2021, millennials made up the largest share of buyers at 43%, up from 37% in 2020, according to the National Association of Realtors' Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report
Approved by a bankruptcy judge Monday, the $126M sales price for 'The One' caps a decade-long saga of construction delays and price overruns. Approval came over objections from creditors
The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals report details impact of inventory shortages on Latino homebuyers
Are you ready to grow your real estate business? Connect with the smartest real estate pros and learn their secrets at ICNY
With 3.6 billion people globally on social media, there is no better place to get eyes on your listings. Here's how to leverage those platforms and your audiences and convert them into closings
Rent rose sharply, but it didn’t keep up with the rapid increase in the price of a monthly mortgage, according to a Redfin report released Monday
Due to a rush of activity this winter, agents didn't have time to pause and prepare for real estate's busiest season. Luckily, agents can still harness these 6 tips to position themselves for success
Corcoran affiliates Jason Karadus, Liane Jamason and Marilyn Carson share how old-school prospecting and high-level service are winning the day in a topsy-turvy market
At Connect Now, Homeward Founder and CEO Tim Heyl told agents and brokers to focus on what they do better than anyone else and predicted 'the bundled transaction' would gain steam
With priced-out buyers seeking to relocate this spring, real estate agents stressed the importance of referral networks as the latest migration wave comes on the heels of an overheated market
Richard Benson-Armer, who had been serving at the mortgage company on an interim basis, has been named the company’s Chief people, performance and culture officer
Tim Heyl shares his insights on what's ahead and how to prepare at Inman Connect Now
Learn how you can best serve your clients in today's market at Inman Connect Now
Ahead of Inman Connect New York, Zillow's president dished about the company's goal to build a housing super app, its interest in power buyers and why housing should be 'delightful'
An effort to ban possibly discriminatory homebuyer love letters fell short in the Washington State Legislature, but could come back next year
Severance pay arrives early. Work computers shut down. Former Better employees describe how they found out they were let go Tuesday
Approximately 16 million homes sit vacant across the United States, according to a recent study from LendingTree
The first legal 'love letters' have started to trickle in after Oregon's ban was halted last week. But so far, buyers are taking it slow
An agent mistakenly showed a house neighboring one for sale, as captured by Ring camera footage that has gone viral on TikTok
More than 9 in 10 homebuilders reported their homebuyer prospects were either more qualified to buy a new home or about as qualified as the ones from last spring, according to a new survey
A U.S. district judge agreed these letters can lead to discrimination, but said the state law goes too far in restricting free speech
The median home-sale price rose to an all-time high of $363,975 in February, and Russia’s war on Ukraine is partially to blame, a new Redfin report says
Nikki Field, founder of The Field Team in Manhattan, spoke to Inman about women in leadership, working alongside her daughter and how a team member went missing in Moscow
Loan activity dropped 11%, the fastest rate of decline since 2019, according to Attom Data Solutions. Refinance, purchase, home-equity mortgages were down in the fourth quarter of 2021
The iBuyer’s newest market comes just two weeks after its first launch in the Golden State, where it is avoiding costlier coastal cities
Western sanctions are driving up mortgage rates in Russia to previously unseen levels. Inman spoke with Russian-based real estate insiders about how decades of gains are slipping away
The 'Homes to Compare' tool allows users to compare more than 70 details of a listing side-by-side, including price, square footage, lot size, property condition, interior features and more
'IBuyers purchased 70,402 homes in 2021, more than double the previous annual high of 32,726 homes in 2019,' according to Zillow's Q4 iBuyer report
Pacaso is making available 1/2 to 1/4 shares of the Maui home, which will be operated by a team of local service providers
Despite overall losses, the home services marketplace's revenue more than doubled in 2021. The company says it may be profitable this year
Fifth Wall had planned to raise up to $150M to create a SPAC focused on investing in the real estate industry. The company would have traded on the Nasdaq under the ticker FWAB
The funding will help to spread the company's proprietary home construction method that curbs carbon dioxide emissions by 47% compared to traditional methodologies
The number of homes that went pending in January, a leading indicator of future sales, fell 9.5% year over year, according to data released Friday by the National Association of Realtors
Rising home prices don't always mean higher monthly payments. But as the pandemic-era market wears on, buyers are increasingly feel the squeeze
Homebuilders have made strides in replenishing inventory, but much of it remained under construction as sales took a hit in January, according to data from the US Census Bureau
In its latest study, the National Association of Realtors explained how discrimination, income inequality and skyrocketing housing costs are keeping Black Americans behind
The flat-fee brokerage is now offering bridge loans to turn home-seekers into cash buyers. The Homie Cash program is available in Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Idaho and Colorado
CashUp by Evergreen program offered with lower fees and down payment requirements to homebuyers in Washington, Arizona, California, Idaho, Nevada and Oregon
Houses sold for 3.3% more in the fourth quarter of 2021 than they did in the third quarter, even as the pace of growth slowed again, according to the latest House Price Index report from the FHFA
Smaller real estate investors are also feeling the impact of a new wave of institutional investors into markets across the country, economists and investors told Inman in the wake of new data
Redfin's iBuyer, RedfinNow, forgoes incentives for agents but offers a dedicated customer service team and local title options. Here’s how to get started
In a 2.5-hour opening address at Keller Williams' 2022 Family Reunion, Gary Keller said agents can navigate the 2022 housing market with good data and excellent service
Sotheby's International Realty outlined what's ahead for luxury consumers in its latest annual outlook, and how a shift in perspective can help buyers get ahead
Opinion
There is a new breed of brokerage sprouting through the cracks of expansion created by the need to meet consumers in new places, and they're heavily leveraging in-house technology to deliver totally unique real estate experiences
A new fund launched with help from the Seattle-based brokerage offers deferred, low-interest loans of up to $12K for home purchase costs
Jordan Levine, the chief economist for the California Association of Realtors, delivers mixed forecast despite good economic outlook during an Inman Connect Now session Thursday
Homebuilders remained optimistic in February, but moderated their expectations amid supply-chain issues and rising mortgage rates, according to data from NAHB released Wednesday
Janette Miller of Miller & Perotti Real Estate Appraisals in California argues that the Fair Housing Act doesn't apply to appraisers, but a federal regulator disagreed this week
Proposed ballot measure would impose a tax on housing units that sit empty. The measure would apply to condos and apartments.
Only 31% of U.S. households can afford to buy a newly built home, down from 40% a year ago
'Overall customer satisfaction with primary mortgage originators has dropped 5 points (on a 1,000-point scale) this year, driven largely by declines in satisfaction with the refinancing process,' JD Power
Publicity around celebrities buying and selling homes has long been a given. That doesn't mean they like it. Agents told Inman that protecting clients' privacy has become a full-time job
Keller Williams, eXp Realty, Opendoor and Zillow all made headlines this week. Test your knowledge of the biggest stories to see if you're up to date on the industry in February
The prices of shelter, food and electricity rose substantially in January, driving most of the inflation felt throughout the US, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data released Thursday
The number of homes with foreclosure filings rose 29% in January as lenders took advantage of expiring federal restrictions, according to new data from Attom Data Solutions
Although the annual median home price growth slowed from 15.9% in Q3 2021 to 14.6% in Q4, homebuyers still struggled under the weight of booming sales prices, according to NAR Q4 data
The New York- and Connecticut-based brokerage says it will appeal the ruling, which will allow plaintiffs to sue on behalf of some 20,000 homebuyers and sellers going back more than a decade
While cash may be king in some markets, closing with greenbacks may not always be the best option for homebuyers or sellers
Three-quarters of survey participants who purchased a home in the past 2 years had some regrets about at least one aspect of their new home, according to an analysis released Tuesday by Zillow
The most common culprits for hindering an agreement are often avoidable missteps. Be prepared to guide your clients
Janine Yorio, CEO of Republic Realm, said the role of a third-party broker in digital worlds may look unlike its counterpart in reality. 'In the crypto world, the middleman is the villain,' she said
A new study reveals how market conditions during the pandemic have made it harder to close racial homeownership gaps, as minorities tend to earn less than their white counterparts
Affordability and supply constraints seen as limiting opportunities, particularly for younger buyers
Ensure both you and your client are protected with practically perfect contract writing using these 19 tips
Understand and believe in what you bring to the equation, and you'll be able to speak from your heart and not your head to earn both the trust and business of your sellers
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While the team at Prevu uses Expedia and Carvana to describe its approach, to me it's closer to the consumer insurance industry's move to shed its suit-and-tie, bureaucratic reputation with online quotes, service and mobile experiences
Nearly 1 in 4 people planning to buy a home in the next 12 months set aside stimulus money for the transaction, a Redfin survey shows
Client testimonials don't just feel good, they're a powerful way to build authority online
Most Florida agents are transaction brokers who don't have to disclose they have no obligation to look out for customers' best interests, according to the Consumer Federation of America
Not every seller is focused on squeezing every dime of equity from their home. There are several reasons why
They may think they know what they want, but it takes a savvy agent to help buyers hone in on their deepest desires
Attracting buyers, sellers and new agents is about more than service. It's about capturing mindshare to stay front and center in the local market
Former AREAA Executive Director Hope Atuel has become the association's first female CEO. Atuel is taking the reins from Jim Park, AREAA's co-founder and national chairman emeritus
Spring, the hottest time of year for homebuyers and sellers, has started early, according to economists who spoke to Inman. 'Home shopping season appears to already be in full swing!'
Even with rising rates, record high prices and an increase in new home construction, the seller’s market isn’t set to end soon, economists and housing experts told Inman
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A week ago, Brad Inman called his Realtor with good news: With only a DocuSign signature standing in the way of an imminent sale, he was abruptly taking his LA home off the market
TransUnion finds home loans provided to subprime, near-prime borrowers were up 17.6 percent during Q3 2021
The discount brokerage is now a member of 6 multiple listing services, but says it's still avoiding 'traditional' agent fees by offering a low commission when it submits listings
Esusu partners with landlords to report tenants' on-time payments to credit bureaus. The company secured $130M in Series B Funding on Thursday, boosting them to unicorn status
More top luxury brokers are venturing into the metaverse; Inman explores what agents need to know about this nascent category of real estate
Ownership of the home will be transferred using a unique blockchain token — known as an NFT — that can be held in a crypto wallet
Inman reached out to more than a hundred of the country's top-performing Realtors and asked them what they would say to a real estate agent just starting out in 2023. These are their answers
Staying top-of-mind is all about staying in touch. Here's how savvy agents reach out on a regular basis to their database
Million Dollar Listing, a crime family and Move Inc. CEO David Doctorow made headlines this week. Test your knowledge of the biggest stories to see if you're up to date on the industry
Lumping people into “generations” based on population shifts on a graph and applying wholesale marketing techniques to them makes about as much sense as me telling you to avoid people born in the year of the rabbit, says Jay Thompson. Here’s why he thinks marketing by age demographics is a racket.
Mortgage lenders can instantly pull income and employment information tailored to meet specific needs within the loan origination process