Historic wildfires will undeniably exacerbate LA’s housing shortage

Rents are expected to “surge,” according to CoreLogic Chief Economist Dr. Selma Hepp. Just how much of a housing shortage the county will face remains to be seen as families decide over the next few months whether they will even stay in LA. Continue reading

RE/MAX President Amy Lessinger announces resignation

Lessinger’s departure comes less than a year after she assumed the role of president. It also comes after RE/MAX has struggled with financial results in recent quarters. Continue reading

QUIZ: Which Inman newsletter is right for you?

Discover which Inman newsletter fits your real estate style with our quick quiz. From actionable tips to breaking news, find your perfect match — or subscribe to more than one. Continue reading

Sexual harassment claims against NAR may not be settled just yet

Last week at Connect, Brad Inman dropped the biggest bombshell of the conference when he told a rapt audience about a text message he’d received involving The New York Times, Bernice Ross writes. Continue reading

Sotheby’s unveils new brand ad campaign for post-pandemic era

“Nothing Compares to What’s Next,” developed with global experience design agency Huge, builds on the firm’s 2021 campaign, positioning clients for a hopeful new chapter in their lives working with a Sotheby’s agent. Continue reading

Chinese real estate crash sparks mortgage boycotts

In China, most recent buyers of new apartments took out mortgages before their buildings were finished. Now many are threatening to not pay. Continue reading

Want a cheap house for Christmas? Head to Santa Claus

Finding hope through the pandemic’s darkness has looked different for everyone. For some, that’s meant seeking out the spirit of Christmas in places where it lives on the whole year through, like in Santa Claus, Indiana, which has led to a mini real es… Continue reading

The 20 biggest luxury real estate sales of 2021 (so far)

Palm Beach, Florida, luxury real estate had a banner year, nabbing half of the most expensive sales of the year, but a New York City deal claimed the top spot. Continue reading

The 20 biggest luxury beach sales of 2021 (so far)

From mansions in Palm Beach, Florida, and Malibu, California, to an estate on Hawaii’s Big Island, here are the most expensive beach home sales in 2021. Continue reading

Real estate agent in hot water over costly missing apostrophe

Anthony Zadravic if faced with up to $250,000 in court fees after he failed to place a crucial apostrophe in a Facebook post bashing his former employee. Continue reading