Inman News
10 words to enhance your real estate communication game
Words are very powerful, writes broker Joseph Santini, so choose them carefully. You'll enjoy the rewards of great communication and more success in your business and your life.
Get your mind(set) right to avoid the fate of 49% of real estate pros
Nearly half of real estate agents sold next-to-nothing last year, writes mega-team leader Carl Medford. He shares strategies to help you turn disappointment into success in 2024.
AirDNA acquires vacation property management software Uplisting
The acquisition represents AirDNA's first foray into the day-to-day operations of short-term rental properties.
MyCUmortgage signed 13 credit unions as new clients in 2023
With the addition of new partners serving 713,865 members, myCUmortgage says it's now helping nearly 200 credit unions originate, underwrite and service conventional and government-backed home loans.
Referral management and monitoring spurs launch of Realay
Realay is software to help brokerages, teams, and agents send, manage, and monitor referral business across the industry.
The real estate agent’s ultimate guide to fair housing
Real estate agents play a vital role in creating a fair and inclusive housing market, writes Julia Lashay Israel. By understanding and adhering to fair housing laws, agents contribute to eliminating discrimination and promoting equal opportunities for all individuals.
Rent falls for 3rd straight month, thanks to new inventory
The median asking rent fell 0.8 percent year over year during the last month of 2023, according to a new report by Redfin, which attributes the fall to an increase in supply.
Rates will continue to fall in 2024, consumers say in record numbers
A record number of consumers surveyed by Fannie Mae expect mortgage rates to keep falling, a "significant shift" in expectations that could free homeowners from the so-called "lock-in effect."
James Dwiggins: NAR needs a top-down overhaul
Ahead of Inman Connect New York this month, the NextHome CEO said NAR serves an important function, but needs a major fix to deal with challenges related to leadership and commission suits.
3 top agents from Realogics Sotheby’s move to The Agency
As agents continue to reevaluate their brokerage affiliations heading into the new year, Seattle-based Sandra Hines, Blake Waggoner and Dave Janssens have all left Realogics Sotheby's International Realty for The Agency.
LoanDepot is latest real estate company to be targeted by hackers
Mortgage lender says an unauthorized party accessed its systems and encrypted some of its data, a tactic employed by ransomware groups to target more than 1,000 companies and organizations.
NAR President Tracy Kasper resigns, alleges blackmail
The National Association of Realtors' leader said she recently received a "threat to disclose a past personal, non-financial matter unless she compromised her position at NAR."
Clever acquires renter assistance, rewards app Gravy
Gravy, an application built to support renters in their homebuying process, has been acquired by Clever Real Estate, a company that specializes in educating consumers about agent choice and the overall transaction process.
Professor who predicted urban ‘doom loop’ sees NYC exception
Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh, whose 2022 paper inspired debate about the future of big cities, says things now seem to be looking up for New York City.
Mocktails, meditation and other tips for Dry January
Studies show that real estate agents are drinking too much. Here are some tips from Rachel Hite to help you reduce or abstain from drinking in 2024.
9 ways to combat imposter syndrome for peak performance
If a slow year or industry changes have you feeling out of sorts, write Melanie Klein and Emily Bossert, the problem may be imposter syndrome. Find out how to fight it and get your joy back.
Economic Outlook: Recession may be what drives rates down in 2024
Does the rapid slowdown in the economy mean a recession is now inevitable in the new year, or is a "soft landing" still possible? Economists are divided on the nation's economic outlook for 2024.
Lesson Learned: You’re 1 client away from changing your life
Find out team leader Leo Robles' best advice, including the game-changing words of wisdom he passes along from his real estate mentors.
Engel & Völkers Florida celebrates early renewal milestone
Pioneering excellence: Beau Blankenship of Engel & Völkers 30A Beaches and Corey Hasting of Engel & Völkers First Coast renew franchise commitment.
You sold HOW MANY houses last year? The Download
A "glut" of agents, low inventory and a down market mean part-timers now make up the majority of real estate professionals, according to the Consumer Federation of America. What does that mean for clients — and for the industry?