Housing inventory growth doesn’t guarantee greater affordability

In June, five of the top U.S. markets showed some improvement in housing affordability and supply year-over-year, according to First American’s Real House Price Index, while some markets with improved inventory still struggled with rising costs. Continue reading

Home prices grew in May as mortgage rates, inventory rose

The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index and FHFA House Price Index showed “no relief” for homebuyers hoping for falling home prices as mortgage rates remain elevated. Continue reading

7 musts for buyer presentations ahead of the commission deadline

Marketing expert Marci James shares strategies designed to help you showcase your value, negotiate commissions with confidence and build a thriving buyer’s agent business in 2024. Continue reading

Commercial market bottom nears as foreclosures surge

Portfolios of foreclosed and seized office buildings, apartments and other commercial buildings hit $20.5 billion during the second quarter of 2024, the highest quarterly figure posted since 2015, according to MSCI. Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Realtors are keepers of the American dream

Find out how this third-generation Realtor puts his background and love of the land to work for clients ranging from farmers to hunters to developers of therapy and religious retreats. Continue reading

Forced to move? Not quite. The real reasons buyers are shopping now

A surprising share of homebuyers are seeking to “move up” in home. And the next wave of clients may have different priorities in mind, according to the Inman-Dig Insights consumer survey. Continue reading

Inflation cools again in June, giving mortgage rates room to ease

As inflation gets closer to Fed’s 2 percent target, economists at Fannie Mae and the Mortgage Bankers Association predict mortgage rates will continue to drop into the low sixes by the end of next year. Continue reading

Black homesellers get better offers with iBuyers, but there’s a catch

A University of Washington study revealed iBuyers give Black homeowners better offers than they receive on the open market. However, those offers potentially come with some longterm tradeoffs. Continue reading

3 challenges agents face when working with downsizing seniors

Trainer and new Inman contributor Nikki Buckelew writes that working with downsizing seniors requires a blend of empathy, patience and practical support. Continue reading

Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta picks up 11:11 Realty Group

The merger with the team managed by Esther Ozuna continues the growth of an Atlanta team that has ranked among the RealTrends 100 nationally in recent years. Continue reading