Ben Carson reportedly in the running to lead HUD again

As a Project 2025 author, Carson called for raising FHA premiums and a “reset” of HUD to reverse “corrosive progressive ideologies across the department’s programs.” Continue reading

NAR spending, eXp setback, Edina Realty settlement: Inman’s Top 5

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers. Continue reading

Move renews legal battle against CoStar in amended complaint

The amended complaint reiterates the allegation that Move “incurred costs exceeding $5,000 as a result of Mr. Kaminsky’s unauthorized access to Move’s protected computer systems” and adds details regarding those damages. Continue reading

Elon Musk’s former Bel-Air home’s price cut by $3M, faces foreclosure

The Bel-Air home, built by Los Angeles architect Robert Byrd, saw a price reduction from $12.95 million to $9.5 million, and is set to go to auction next month if it remains unsold. Continue reading

What’s the rent? A whole month’s pay, 1 in 5 renters tell Redfin

Redfin report finds 22 percent of U.S. renters say they pay their all of their monthly income to afford rent. They’re borrowing money, getting a second job and pulling from retirement to cover the cost. Continue reading

How to build a reputation that speaks for you and tells your story

Think of branding as a cumulative effort, broker Nick Schlekeway writes, where each post, interaction and marketing campaign adds another layer to the image you’re building. Continue reading

EXp is scooping up teams and top-tier agents: CMO Wendy Forsythe

EXp Realty’s chief marketing officer also told Inman that the company’s revenue share can be life changing for some agents, and expressed cautious optimism for the housing market in 2025. Continue reading

Get no respect? Here’s how to elevate our profession

Broker-owner Butch Leiber offers tips for providing a higher level of service to clients and conveying a higher level of professionalism to the public. Continue reading

Bored? Distracted? Here’s the real reason you don’t meditate

You know that mindful practices can change how you feel and how you work, but the truth is they’re often boring and hard to implement. That’s actually the whole point, Aaron Hendon writes. Continue reading