Opendoor launches self-guided virtual walk-throughs for sellers

Homesellers using Opendoor can now complete their interior home inspection through uploaded videos and photos, according to a company announcement on Tuesday. Continue reading

How to prepare buyers for the brutal seller’s market

A group of Keller Williams panelists argued that it’s all about communication and managing expectations. Tune in for Inman’s Deep Dive on KW all week long. Continue reading

Extreme seller’s market shows more signs of leveling off: Redfin

The typical home price has been holding roughly steady for weeks as inventory continues its slow path to recovery. Continue reading

Keller Williams on how COVID changed luxury

Thanks to the pandemic, luxury consumers are increasingly living in vacation-oriented communities, moving west and gravitating to water, according to Brady Sandahl at Keller Williams Mega Camp. Join us all week long for Inman’s Deep Dive on KW. Continue reading

Lenders hold firm on mortgage rates after Fed dust settles

Minutes released last week from the July 27-28 meeting of a Federal Reserve committee that sets monetary policy revealed that most members are open to tapering bond purchases the Fed makes to stimulate the economy by the end of this year. Continue reading

How to find new connections and new referrals this fall

Networking, building new connections and expanding referral networks are crucial for business growth in the real estate industry. That’s why Inman’s in-person events are full of opportunities to meet your peers. Take a look at all the ways you can conn… Continue reading

RE/MAX sues its own broker for allegedly recruiting 41 agents to eXp

The real estate franchisor alleges half of the agents under Jimmy Dulin jumped ship to eXp at his prodding even though he was under contract with RE/MAX. The complaint alleges breach of contract, federal trademark infringement and unfair competition. Continue reading

RentSpree teams up with LA-based multiple listing service

Fresh off a successful funding round, the rental software startup announced Thursday that it’s teaming up with TheMLS, a Los Angeles-based multiple listing service provider. The partnership should give more than 16,000 Southern California agents easy a… Continue reading