Commissions have fallen for homes above $500K, Redfin says

Overall buyer’s agent commissions average 2.37 percent, essentially unchanged since August. Commissions rose for homes below $500,000, according to the new report. Continue reading

Climate change reshapes real estate, putting $1.5T in value at risk

Climate change has shaken up the U.S. real estate market, with buyers no longer simply seeking better quality of life or affordable housing — but also considering climate risks before purchases. Continue reading

Nominate a rising star of the real estate industry

Public nominations are now open in six categories for 2025, recognizing the real estate industry’s emerging leaders. Continue reading

Corcoran adds trending listings feature to website

The new feature, which the brokerage calls “like Netflix for real estate,” highlights for homebuyers trending properties based on unique views, interactions and leads, the firm has informed Inman. Continue reading

Homebuilders warn they’re facing a 40% tariff on Canadian lumber

In renewing a call that building materials be exempt from tariffs, trade group notes that more than 70 percent of imported softwood lumber and gypsum used for drywall comes from Canada and Mexico. Continue reading

Compass launches ‘Compass One’ client portal and dashboard

The new portal went live on Monday as debates over Clear Cooperation have come to a peak. It will allow clients access to Compass exclusives, and to track transactions. Continue reading

Homebuilders anxiously await details on Canada, Mexico tariffs

Bond market investors who fund most mortgages didn’t panic Friday over reports that the U.S. will impose tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico on Saturday, but details remain sketchy. Continue reading

Tony Hawk calls homeownership ‘saving grace’ during career slump

Inman Connect San Diego keynote and skateboarding icon Tony Hawk appeared on SoFi’s Richer Lives podcast and shared how his first home purchase saved his family during a financial dry spell. Continue reading

Taking a stand, transparency, Trump: 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

Pending home sales decline 5.5% following months of growth

The Pending Home Sales Index (PHSI), which tracks contract signings as a measure of future home sales, fell 5.5 percent to 74.2 in December, according to data released Thursday by the National Association of Realtors. Continue reading