Housing starts plunge 5.5% in May as homebuilders act with caution

Construction starts on new housing units dropped 5.5 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,277,000 —  19.3 percent lower than levels in May 2023, according to U.S. Census data released Thursday. Continue reading

Harness a modern pricing engine to maximize efficiency and ROI

CEO Dawar Alimi writes that choosing a modern and advanced pricing engine can unlock new opportunities for growth, profitability and success in an increasingly competitive landscape. Continue reading

The easiest, least expensive way to become a real estate investor

Thanks to new technology and startup platforms with the right education, trainer Bernice Ross writes, even novices with small budgets can jump into the investing game with ease. Continue reading

How much longer can developer Michael Shvo push up prices?

The luxury developer has gambled by purchasing exclusive properties across the U.S. and further developing them into elite and expensive residences. Sales thus far don’t clearly show that the gamble will pay off. Continue reading

Artificial intelligence is the all-in-1 tool real estate desperately needs

Using artificial intelligence, the latest technology represents an opportunity for the real estate industry to rebrand itself at a time when solutions are sorely needed, writes Inman founder Brad Inman. Continue reading

8 strategies to help entrepreneurs navigate uncertain times

The only thing certain is change, especially for real estate professionals. Dr. Jeff Richmond shares what it takes to keep stillness and shift your mindset from fear to opportunity. Continue reading

4 fair housing essentials any real estate professional can champion

Fair housing goes beyond knowing the protected classes. Dr. Lee Davenport offers a primer on 4 levels of fairness involved in fair housing and how to communicate the facts to buyers and sellers. Continue reading

Mortgage rates have more room to fall on 2 new economic reports

Key Fed inflation metric expected to drop June 28 following unexpected decline in May wholesale prices and jump in jobless claims to highest level since August 2023. Continue reading

The key to fixing the world’s home affordability mess is in front of us

The one-two punch of government action and private sector innovation is the right formula for fixing the affordable housing mess, which has grown into a global epidemic, writes Brad Inman. Continue reading

Tom Ferry: ‘The NAR settlement is a once in a lifetime opportunity!’

Jimmy Burgess and Tom Ferry talk industry changes and offer a selection of scripts that are really working right now. Continue reading