As Zillow pumps brakes on buying, other stunned iBuyers forge ahead

Zillow says it’s facing supply and labor constraints. But other iBuyers, who expressed surprise over Zillow’s abrupt pause, say they aren’t suffering from the same issues. Continue reading

How to get the most out of your conference: 10 tips for Inman Connect Las Vegas

Are you coming to Inman Connect Las Vegas (in-person or virtually)? How to make the right contacts, tackle the event itself, and ensure you don’t miss a thing — seasoned conference-goer and Homeward Partner Lead Julie Youngblood offers advice for makin… Continue reading

Staffing and recruitment among top challenges for property managers in 2021

74 percent of respondents to a National Apartment Association survey said HR, staffing and recruitment issues were among their top three challenges in 2021. Continue reading

Abortion policies are a dealbreaker for 27% of movers: Redfin

A new Redfin study revealed Americans are taking a second look at state laws when choosing where to relocate. Continue reading

New WFG tool offers insights on mortgage loans in the pipeline

WFG’s MyHome Funder Dashboard minimizes the back-and-forth that often ensues when balancing files for disbursement, providing a balance figure that includes fees that escrow agents anticipate the lender will keep from the funding wire. Continue reading

Zillow hits brakes on buying new homes for remainder of 2021

Zillow said labor and supply issues in the market have created an “operational backlog for renovations and closings.” The pause will enable the company to catch up on its existing contracts. Continue reading

AI insights that aren’t artificial: How the latest computer vision technology will empower agents

In the above session from Connect Now, Steve Gaenzler of Red Bell Real Estate, LLC, a Radian company, discusses how next generation artificial intelligence and machine learning technology benefits agents. Continue reading

Best tips for keeping your brand organically authentic

In the above session from Connect Now, Tiffany Curry of BHHS Tiffany Curry & Co. REALTORS and Josh Woodward of McGraw REALTORS discuss the importance of branding and authenticity in real estate and your approach to your clients. Continue reading

What agents need to know about electric fireplaces

Fireplaces are a highly sought-after feature — one that can really boost the value of a home. So, as an agent, being well-versed on their function today as well as installation details will make you look confident to your clients. Continue reading