Profit margins drop on fixer-uppers as flip sales ramp back up

Fix-and-flip investors have seen their lowest profit margins in a decade, with the typical return falling to 34 percent. Continue reading

RentSpree scores $8M in new funding

The company plans to use the funds to expand and improve its tech platform, which handles things such as rental applications and tenant screenings. Continue reading

Freshly licensed? 10 tips for getting the most out of your career

Most people get into real estate because of the potential perks: flexibility, endless earning potential, freedom to focus on what you love. If you’re looking to tap into that personal and professional satisfaction, here are 10 tips for having a more gr… Continue reading

Brad Inman calls for bold leadership on pocket listings, NIMBYism

During a speech kicking off Inman Connect, Inman said that the industry has evolved quickly during difficult times, but needs bold leadership to overcome challenges that are holding up supply Continue reading

Cash-offer startup Homeward scores $371M in funding

The funding is split between $136 million in equity and $235 million in debt and will go toward expanding the company’s scale. Continue reading

Pulse: How you’re advising investors on potential 1031 changes

Should investors continue with business as usual? Is 2021 the year to exchange? This week, our readers share what advice they’re giving to their investor clients who are wary of potential 1031 “like-kind” exchange changes. Continue reading

Pulse: How are you advising investors on potential 1031 changes?

Considering President Biden’s proposal to cut 1031 “like-kind” exchanges, how are real estate agents counseling clients? This week, we want to know what advice you’re giving to your investor clients. Continue reading

Pulse: Readers share their top tips for investors

What do investors need to know before making the leap in this market? From figuring out their end goal and timing to getting educated on local and state laws, here are the tips our readers are offering their clients today. Continue reading

Pulse: What’s your top tip for investors?

This week, we’re asking our readers: What should investors purchasing new properties know right now? How are you guiding them and setting them up for success in today’s market? Continue reading

The economic downturn won’t end investment in real estate tech

Two venture capitalists said Thursday that there’s still plenty of space for innovation and money to disrupt the real estate industry. Continue reading