Monthly Archives: November 2025

All about the Benjamins: 5 things to know before throwing money at real estate problems

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Your real estate budget isn’t built for brute-force spending, Josh Ries writes. It rewards clarity, consistency and thoughtful execution. Continue reading →

How to help senior real estate clients right-size with confidence

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Finance expert Sofia Nadjibi, MBA, shares how real estate professionals can transform the downsizing experience for senior homeowners by blending empathy, strategy and smart financing tools. Continue reading →

Welcome to the Senior Class: Downsizing with a home equity conversion mortgage

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Developer and contributor America Foy says agents are missing the boat when it comes to education on senior housing opportunities. The home equity conversion mortgage product is just one example. Continue reading →

Why independent brokerages matter more than ever amid real estate consolidation

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Windermere’s OB Jacobi writes that it’s more important than ever to preserve independence and keep the industry vibrant, diverse and focused on the things that matter most. Continue reading →

What is a 50-year mortgage? The pros and cons of Trump’s proposal

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The proposal from Trump is a reminder that the industry must evolve, Darryl Davis writes, but evolution without diligence can lead to structural weakness. Continue reading →

Homebuilders’ rate buydowns are leaving buyers underwater: WSJ

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The American Enterprise Institute estimates that 64 percent of homes sold by the largest homebuilders provide permanent mortgage rate buydowns, which often don’t count as seller concessions. Continue reading →

Alexander brothers denied motion to dismiss sex-trafficking charges

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Judge Valerie Caprioni shut down the brothers’ motion to dismiss, and they are poised to attend trial in January. Details on their defamation lawsuit against “The Real Deal” are also now available. Continue reading →

Inman is celebrating 30 years of community, and you’re invited

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For 30 years, Inman Connect events have been based on a simple belief: That big change happens when people come together. Continue reading →

Redfin site fluke exposed past users’ data on listing contact forms

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The glitch momentarily revealed past users’ names, phone numbers and email addresses over the span of less than a week. Continue reading →

Brown Harris Stevens names Halstead heir chief strategy officer

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Christopher Halstead will oversee several company-wide initiatives and work to streamline operations at the brokerage in his new role as chief strategy officer. Continue reading →