‘Family-friendly’ neighborhood? Expect to pay 42% more

New data shows that homes in family-friendly neighborhoods cost 42 percent more on average, highlighting how demand for top schools, safety and amenities is reshaping affordability across U.S. housing markets. Continue reading

Spring market posted strongest March in 5 years as rates climbed

Zillow’s March Market Report showed pending sales rising 4.6 percent annually, the strongest pace in five years, even as mortgage rates climbed nearly half a point. Continue reading

Keller, Compass, eXp: Inman 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

Your words are undermining your value. Here’s how to fix the problem

On this episode, former Realtor.com CEO and 50-year veteran Allan Dalton explains why words like “past client,” “listing agent” and “comps” are killing your value and offers smart replacements. Continue reading

When it comes to condo vs. townhome value, location matters

Should your clients look at a condo or townhouse as their starter-home option? As with all things in real estate, location is everything. Continue reading

These 10 real estate markets have lost $233B in value since 2024

Home values still remain far above what they were before the pandemic sent home prices soaring across the U.S. Continue reading

25 bathroom remodel ideas for 2025 that add value and style

Want to add instant charm and value to a listing or investment property? Try one (or more) of these smart updates from Jonathan Pressman. Continue reading

Swing state housing costs have skyrocketed since 2020 election

Housing affordability will remain an issue at the forefront of the upcoming presidential election, where swing states will determine the next president and the future of housing costs. Continue reading

Worth of US homes nears $50T as real estate values hit all-time high

The total worth of homes in the United States hit a record high of $46.8 trillion in June, overtaking the prior all-time high of $46.6 trillion set a year earlier, according to the analysis by Redfin Friday. Continue reading

Plunk’s API plugged into Mosaik and Roomvu

In addition to Mosaik and Roomvu, Plunk is also providing actionable market data to DropOffer, Calque and SphereBuilder, according to a company announcement. Continue reading