Compass, Zillow, Redfin and the rest: It’s 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

What homebuyers want right now is some certainty: Economist

NewHomeSource Chief Economist Ali Wolf will provide insights into economic factors, buyer behavior, and how market shifts are impacting consumers at Inman Connect San Diego. Continue reading

Fannie and Freddie joint venture will offer its technology to others

Common Securitization Solutions (CSS) has rebranded as U.S. Fin Tech and will look to provide technology and business solutions to companies in addition to its owners. Continue reading

Amid a fairly flat market, May held some nice surprises: Economist

Windermere Economist Jeff Tucker looks at recent economic indicators, including some surprising upside despite a disappointing spring market. Continue reading

Rising wages and job growth pushed pending home sales up slightly in May

New numbers from the National Association of Realtors show that pending sales rose 1.1 percent year over year in May. Continue reading

How to rise above the pack and become a rainmaker on your team

By focusing on lead generation, networking, productivity and skill development, coach Verl Workman writes, you’ll rise above the pack and become the driving force behind your team’s success. Continue reading

Fed expected to resist pressure from Trump for July rate cut

As Fed policymakers await more data confirming that inflation has been tamed, futures markets put the odds of a September rate cut at 90 percent, up from 64 percent a week ago. Continue reading

Pulte: Let Fannie and Freddie count homebuyers’ crypto assets

Head of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s federal regulator says mortgage giants should consider what risk mitigation might be required when counting mortgage borrowers’ crypto holdings as an asset, “including adjustments for market volatility.” Continue reading

Is Zillow skating dangerously close to thin ice?

Team leader Carl Medford writes that Zillow’s brokerage license and algorithmic pricing suggestions could be setting it up for a legal showdown that threatens its entire business model. Continue reading

Rocket rolls out bridge loan to win more business from homebuyers

New offering lets existing homeowners tap their equity to buy before they sell and make non-contingent offers to better compete with cash buyers in competitive markets. Continue reading