Dave Umphress’ Flourish Real Estate Network leaves KW for Real

The $1 billion in career sales network, which Umphress first launched in 2012, operates in most major Colorado markets and Austin, but has goals of ultimately expanding nationwide. When Umphress first created the group, it was part of a Colorado Keller… Continue reading

Could offices hold the key to America’s housing shortage?

Fifth Wall co-founder Brendan Wallace and VTS CEO Nick Romito discussed the bounce between office and remote work and transforming America’s empty offices into extra housing during ICNY. Continue reading

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