Lower rates could bring more home sales: Fannie Mae forecast

While Fannie Mae economists see mortgage rates coming down by a full percentage point, forecasters at the Mortgage Bankers Association have issued a more cautious take. Continue reading

Dual mastery: ‘You have to be a jack of all trades,’ Senada Adzem says

From traditional residential sales to large-scale, new development projects, a trio of seasoned professionals, Senada Adzem, Jorge L. Guerra and Miltiadis Kastanis, and moderator Eloy Carmenate took the Inman On Tour Miami stage to discuss how they’ve … Continue reading

Yes, another social media panel — because it’s important for business

Angel Nicolas, Tiffany McQuaid and Jonathan Vega’s different approaches to the marketing tactic show that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to finding success through social media — aside from committing to it. Continue reading

Are private listings ‘steering’? Inman panelists debate

NextHome’s James Dwiggins argued during Inman On Tour Miami that Compass is “steering” clients. Compass’ Mark McLaughlin said Compass clients aren’t being “duped.” Continue reading

Compass hauls aboard Annapolis-based luxury team Anchored Home

Compass is continuing its hot growth streak, this time pushing further into Maryland with the addition of Annapolis-based real estate team Anchored Home, formerly known as Stahley Thompson Homes. Continue reading

Village to take Pope Leo XIV’s former home via eminent domain

Weeks before the current owners planned to sell the home in Dolton, Illinois, by auction, the Chicago suburb announced it would take ownership with its eminent domain powers. Continue reading

Spanish court rules against Airbnb, orders shutdown of 66K listings

The short-term rental platform vowed to appeal the ruling on Monday and said it would keep the listings active while it battles the latest push to enact strict rules amid an acute housing shortage. Continue reading

Storytelling, confidence key to winning buyers in anxious times

Craig Wilburn of Team Dynamo said Wednesday at Inman On Tour Miami that despite shifting sentiments, agents can still use presentations to address fears and help buyers move forward. Continue reading

Q1 not so bad after all, nCino says in surprise sneak peek at earnings

In notifying shareholders of its upcoming June 18 annual meeting, the company detailed $49.8 million in restricted stock awards granted to five top executives over the past three years. Continue reading

For the love of real estate

Transcendent enthusiasm, like falling in love, grabs hold when buyers find a home they adore, Brad Inman writes of the couple who bought his Spanish-style West Hollywood home earlier this month. Continue reading