How to transform your public speaking fear into a superpower

A fear of public speaking is common, yet it’s often perceived as a weakness. NYC agent Nikki Beauchamp teaches you how to turn that anxiety into fuel for your next presentation. Continue reading

It’s the end of an era as ‘father of the Zestimate’ retires from Zillow

Stan Humphries, most recently Zillow’s chief analytics officer, announced his retirement this month after 15 years with the portal. For better or worse, his work changed real estate forever. Continue reading

No retailer captured the dream of ‘home’ quite like Bed Bath & Beyond

The home goods retailer was not only a store that had everything a person might want for a home, but it symbolized the very American dream of homeownership. Today it’s fighting for survival. Continue reading

Seller’s market? Buyer’s market? The pendulum is swinging

Homes are still selling, but the ongoing market shift is giving homebuyers more and more leverage everyday, agents and economists told Inman this week. Continue reading

What happens to buyers’ agents if the bombshell lawsuit explodes?

Multiple lawsuits are challenging the way agents get paid. Inman asked experts what that means, and how the future of real estate might evolve as a result of changes to the commission structure. Continue reading

Shrouded in steel: Scourge of New York City scaffolding turns 40

New York’s ubiquitous scaffolding is the result of laws passed in 1980 and 1998. The scaffolding is meant to prevent falling debris, but it also comes with tradeoffs. Continue reading