How this Florida legislation could lead to more sustainable housing

Attorney and new Inman Contributor Rachel Streitfeld examines how changes to Florida’s zoning laws could free up vast tracts of land for high-density new home construction. Continue reading

Lennar fights high home prices with 3 new mid-range models

The homebuilder announced today the release of three new affordable floor plans for homebuyers in California’s Central Valley. Real estate agents in Shafter, Fresno and Clovis will be able to recommend the mid-$300,000 homes after the New Year. Continue reading

How the Sitzer | Burnett decision hurts minority homebuyers

According to Keller Williams Head of Inclusion and Belonging Julia Lashay Israel, the Sitzer | Burnett commission case is not just about changes in agent commissions; it is about the broader implications for the accessibility of homeownership, esp… Continue reading

Biden administration backs plan to convert more offices to homes

Initiative provides new financing and technical assistance to developers and local government, and highlights grants and tax incentives that can make conversion projects more attractive. Continue reading

Moving from NIMBY to YIMBY on workforce housing

Workforce and affordable housing options make communities better and stronger. Broker and advocate Nora Crosthwaite shares strategies to help encourage them in your market. Continue reading

‘Affordability’ is a dirty word in real estate. It’s time for that to change

Lack of affordable housing, rising home prices and soaring interest rates are making the dream of homeownership dangerously unachievable, writes broker, coach and consultant Zak Shellhammer. Continue reading

New York City’s strict short-term rental law goes into effect

New York City’s law limiting short-term rentals went into effect on Tuesday. To offer stays of less than 30 days, hosts must stay in the unit with their guests. Continue reading

LA City Council approves $150M in ‘mansion tax’ allocations

Funds will go to short-term emergency rental assistance, eviction defense, tenant outreach and education, direct cash assistance for low-income seniors and individuals with disabilities, tenant protections and affordable housing development, according … Continue reading

Get up to speed on programs that help seniors stay in their homes

Not every senior adult is ready to put their house up for sale, writes broker Teresa Boardman. Rather than trying to turn them into listings, it’s time for real estate professionals to reach out to senior homeowners with a helping hand. Continue reading

Can Home Depot’s tiny home put a dent in the housing crises?

This week: Home Depot rolls out its new tiny home. Can initiatives like this make an impact on the affordable housing crisis? Continue reading