Real Talk: We can no longer ignore RPAC's ethics problems
Opinion
Trump's newly appointed VP candidate introduced a bill in June that highlights the need to review RPAC's ethics policies for candidates receiving funds, Rachael Hite writes
by Rachael Hite Jul 22
Homebuyers dig the NAR deal until they learn the details: Intel survey
Even if the settlement brings down commissions overall, buyers grow warier the more they learn about what the policy means for them, according to the latest Inman-Dig Insights consumer poll
by Daniel Houston Jul 22
The analyst who predicted a 30% fall in commissions has more to say
Veteran KBW analyst Ryan Tomasello will be talking about the 'watershed moment' that could lead to consolidation and innovation across the real estate industry at Inman Connect Las Vegas
by Matt Carter Jul 22
Disparity in agent splits evident in Northeast, Intel analysis reveals
Times are tough for nearly every real estate business. But different parts of the country report unique challenges and approaches, as illustrated by Intel’s monthly gauge of industry sentiment
by Daniel Houston Jul 19
Despite declines, rents are still $305 higher than pre-2020 trends
Despite 11 months of declines, Realtor.com said the typical renter is paying $305 more monthly for an apartment compared to 2019. The greatest rent increases are in Florida and the Midwest
by Marian McPherson Jul 18
Ed Zorn to the real estate industry: Get rid of commission-sharing now
The attorney and broker dives into the nuances of seller concessions, steering, buyer agents' jobs, and avoiding future antitrust trouble ahead of his appearances at Inman Connect Las Vegas
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 18
Ultra-luxury agent boomerangs from Compass to Keller Williams
Maria Avellaneda rejoins KWNYC after 6 years at Compass. She will focus on ultra-luxury transactions and lead the franchise’s luxury market in the Hamptons
by Taylor Anderson Jul 17
Housing market bubble ready to 'pop' in the South, analyst warns
Nashville-based analyst Nick Gerli sparked a social media firestorm with claims of a bubble. But economists dismissed fears, saying the area is home to some of the 'most normalized' markets
by Marian McPherson Jul 17
Big drop in mortgage rates fuels refis, but homebuyers unmoved
One issue for would-be homebuyers seeking jumbo mortgages is that rates haven't come down as dramatically as they have for conforming mortgages eligible for purchase by Fannie and Freddie
by Matt Carter Jul 17
Number of foreign buyer purchases falls to lowest point since 2009
As the US dollar's value and home sale prices rose from April 2023 to March 2024, international buyers shied away from investing in US real estate, according to a new report from NAR
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 17
A CEO’s perspective on leading through constant change
Leading during times of change is challenging, new Inman contributor Justin Bailey writes, but it also presents an opportunity to propel education, build stronger teams and enhance relationships
by Justin Bailey Jul 17
Market headwinds stifled new construction growth in June
High mortgage rates, slower homebuyer activity and weakening homebuilder sentiments created the perfect storm in June, keeping new residential construction from posting annual gains
by Marian McPherson Jul 17
Waltz provides foreign investors a foot into US real estate
The new company promises to use its software-enabled workflow to reduce administrative hurdles non-citizens face when looking to invest in the U.S., with a timeline of fewer than 30 days
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 17
Ed Zorn: Why mandatory buyer contracts are a 'big consumer win'
California Regional MLS's general counsel talks offers of compensation, seller concessions, steering and buyer agency agreements ahead of his appearance at Inman Connect Las Vegas
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 17
Engel & Völkers expands brand with new Portland, Oregon, office
Engel & Völkers has entered the Portland, Oregon, market with the opening of its new location, Engel & Völkers Portland Rose City, the firm announced today
by Richelle Hammiel Jul 16
President Biden's 5% rent cap falls flat with industry leaders
President Biden proposed the idea of a 5% rent cap for corporate landlords with at least 50 units on Tuesday. However, industry leaders say caps rarely result in lower housing costs for renters
by Marian McPherson Jul 16