Welcome Homes launches new tools in bid to ease housing crunch

Welcome Homes, a hybrid homebuilder and proptech company, announced its new “Make-an-Offer” module and an artificial intelligence-backed land analysis report on Wednesday. Continue reading

LoanDepot warns more layoffs are coming — but on a smaller scale

With headwinds in sight for 2024, loanDepot plans to slash $120 million in annual expenses following three consecutive quarters of cuts, CEO Frank Martell said during a Q3 earnings call Tuesday afternoon. Continue reading

Inman reveals winners of inaugural Best of Proptech awards for 2023

In recognition of the entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and visionaries pushing real estate forward, the “Best of Proptech” honors cap the yearlong expansion of Inman’s awards program. Continue reading

The job description of a loan officer has changed

According to mortgage industry expert Matt Muscat, changes in the mortgage industry and in the financial landscape have made the job of loan officer more important and challenging than ever. Continue reading

The verdict is in: 4 key realities in the emerging market

With the coming appeal, writes team leader Carl Medford, it will be some time before the final verdict is reached. However, there are four key realities that you can expect to see in the days that lie ahead. Continue reading

How the ‘Chinese property ban’ impacts the American dream

Newly appointed AREAA President and broker-owner Jamie Tian offers her personal perspective on the legislation and the groups that are joining together to combat hate in real estate. Continue reading

Seal the deal with Instagram leads to generate 10% more business

Instagram expert Michelle Berman-Mikel teaches you to actively prospect and convert your Instagram connections into buyers and sellers who only want to work with you. Continue reading

Blend now focused on growth in quest to return to profitability

Mortgage and banking tech provider reports a $41.8 million Q3 net loss with revenue down 27 percent from a year ago to $40.59 million, but company executives emphasize potential for growth. Continue reading

Record 85% of Americans said October was a bad time to buy

Monthly Fannie Mae survey shows homebuyer pessimism at a high for records dating back to 2010, but a broader index aimed at capturing overall housing market sentiment improved in October. Continue reading