Will migration fizzle out in 2023? History points to existential shift

The migration trends that drove housing demand during the pandemic are ending. But that doesn’t mean people aren’t moving, according to an Inman analysis of historic data. Continue reading

The Pinnacle Group joins forces with Douglas Elliman

The eight-person team, established by agent Elaine Bannigan, will now work out of Douglas Elliman’s new office in Wellesley, Massachusetts, the company exclusively told Inman. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman enters Wellesley, MA, bringing on Joni Shore Group

The move into Wellesley will be bolstered by Joni Shore’s three decades-plus career in real estate, which now exceeds $600 million in sales volume, according to news revealed exclusively to Inman. Continue reading

Husband of missing Tishman Speyer exec charged with murder

Brian Walshe, 47, was charged with the murder of his wife, Ana Walshe on Jan. 17. He had already been locked up since Jan. 8 for misleading investigators about her New Year’s Day disappearance. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman expands Boston presence with new acquisition

The company announced that it had acquired Bulfinch Boston Realty, which would bring a new six-person team under the Douglas Elliman banner. Continue reading

The Agency extends East Coast blitz with new office in Cape Cod

The new office will be located in Osterville and led by Managing Partner Eric Rollo, who launched The Agency Boston in 2021. It marks The Agency’s 67th franchise globally. Continue reading

Lamacchia Realty gets serious about commitment: No more ‘slackers’

With the housing market in a measurable slowdown, the brokerage feels it necessary to shift strategies. “We want people who are serious about doing well in the real estate business.” Continue reading

Side expands into 6 new states amid market shift, bringing total to 16

Despite recent layoffs, the real estate tech startup has struck up a slew of new partnerships including one with a high-profile duo that just left Douglas Elliman. Continue reading

Opendoor expands into 3 new markets, hits 50-market milestone

The iBuyer will now purchase and sell homes in Boston, Cincinnati and Albuquerque. The expansion comes amid a period of rapid growth for Opendoor. Continue reading

Bidding wars dip for first time in 2022 — but competition still fierce

Agents still face tough conditions despite homebuyer competition, according to a new report from Redfin. Competition is slightly less tough. Continue reading