Many hoped a March rate cut would boost housing. Now, it’s not so clear

Most real estate professionals believe rate cuts by the Fed will be crucial for a sales recovery, according to results from the Inman Intel Index survey. But the timing on those cuts is hazy. Continue reading

Agents have real concerns — but commission rates aren’t at the top

Despite ongoing commission lawsuits, agents are more concerned about the health of the real estate pie than the size of their own slice, results of the latest Inman Intel Index survey show. Continue reading

You sold HOW MANY houses last year? The Download

A “glut” of agents, low inventory and a down market mean part-timers now make up the majority of real estate professionals, according to the Consumer Federation of America. What does that mean for clients — and for the industry? Continue reading

More agents than ever earn business from networking and SOI

From cold calling and radio shows to painting classes, agent efforts to grow sphere of influence aren’t one-size-fits-all. Continue reading

24 feel-good real estate holiday movies we can’t get enough of

Curl up with some hot chocolate, a warm blanket and a fireplace (if you have one), and choose a real estate holiday movie or three curated by Jessi Healey to feel a little bit merrier. Continue reading

Women are supporting women on Threads. Should you?

The Threads app has exploded with posts of Women Supporting Women, an effort for growing community and connecting with other like-minded women. Jessi Healey explains and advises real estate agents on how to participate. Continue reading

Here’s how to build a group your team wants to stick with

“You’re in it for the career, not for the year,” Kymber Lovett-Menkiti says as she leads this Inman Connect panel discussion about creating a thriving culture. Continue reading

NAR to shed 1M members if shared commission banned, analysts say

A report released Oct. 4 by the investment banking firm Keefe, Bruyette & Woods forecasts commissions to decline by at least 30 percent as a result of ongoing threats to the real estate industry. Continue reading

7 strategies to keep self-talk sabotage at bay

The stories you tell yourself and the language that use can impact your attitude and performance, entrepreneur Christine George writes. Here’s how to keep self-talk positive. Continue reading

Being in the real estate industry is the best gift you can give yourself

According to broker-owner Phillip Cantrell, being a real estate practitioner is one of the most important careers in our entire economy. Here’s why. Continue reading