Agents are sticking to their guns in recent Intel Index surveys, arguing that their existing pipelines look better than a few months ago — and that their hopes are higher for the year ahead. Their cautious optimism is about to be put to the test. Continue reading
It has been a rough few years amid a steep transaction downturn. But real estate agents surveyed by Inman Intel are increasingly reporting genuine interest from homebuyers and sellers throughout their client pipelines ahead of a pivotal spring season. Continue reading
Real estate agents shook off a late-year scare and raised their expectations for a 2026 recovery, according to fresh results from Intel’s December survey. Continue reading
A significant worsening of present-day client pipelines in November took real estate agents by surprise. Intel examines how likely it is that the trend will hold up. Continue reading
A significant worsening of present-day client pipelines in November took real estate agents by surprise. Intel examines how likely it is that the trend will hold up. Continue reading
The silver lining in deteriorating consumer confidence is that the weaker job market means the Federal Reserve is expected to slash rates several times this year and next, even as tariffs fuel inflation. Continue reading
With 7.24 million Americans out of work in July and payroll growth slowing, the Fed is expected to pivot from fighting inflation to preserving jobs. Continue reading
Fannie Mae survey echoes polls by the University of Michigan and the Conference Board that found uncertainty over tariffs is weighing on consumer confidence. Continue reading
A surge in the Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index for May made the preliminary numbers from a similar U of M survey look “far too negative,” one economist told clients Tuesday. Continue reading
Purchase loan requests are up 7 percent from a year ago, as loosening housing inventory and a pullback in mortgage rates presents FHA buyers with more opportunities. Continue reading