Clubhouse ditches invite-only system, opens platform to all

The audio-only social app was once the buzziest thing in tech and real estate. Is going wide enough to save it? Continue reading

Space tourism means closing gifts could soon be out of this world

Richard Branson’s successful trip to outer space means that space tourism is becoming a reality for the public. How long before it becomes a common perk offered to luxury buyers? Continue reading

Elon Musk puts final home on market 1 year after vowing to unload all ‘earthly possessions’

The SpaceX founder took to Twitter to announce plans to put his “special place” just south of San Francisco on the market. It’s unclear if Musk has hired an agent. Continue reading

Why are real estate company share prices falling, despite good news?

Many real estate companies have reported stronger-than-expected earnings in recent weeks, but their share prices keep dropping. Continue reading

How Elon Musk’s Starbase plans are influencing the Texas housing market

Agents in the southernmost tip of Texas, which is home to SpaceX’s rocket production facility and launch site, are seeing buyers and investors flock to formerly sleepy towns. Continue reading

5 people to watch at Redfin as the company moves into a new era

Redfin is about to get a new second-in-command, all the while continuing its efforts to be consumers’ preferred one-stop real estate shop. Continue reading

From Urban Compass to IPO: The history of Compass in 21 stories

As the real estate world waits to see how the brokerage’s initial public offering will unfold this week, take a look back at Compass’ decade-long road to success as covered by Inman. Continue reading

So you want to live in a tiny home? Here’s everything you need to know

We talked to experts about the legal, financial and social aspects of buying and moving into a home that’s under 500 square feet. Continue reading

Is Walmart gunning for the mortgage industry? Experts say yes

Experts Holden Lewis, Greg McBride and Jill Gonzalez share their thoughts on Walmart’s foray into fintech and what it could mean for the mortgage industry. Continue reading

The best real estate TV episodes to watch while you’re social distancing

If you’re waiting out the virus this weekend, it may as well be with “House Hunters,” “Fixer Upper” and “Million Dollar Listing.” Continue reading