New-home sales climb nearly 11%, but figures may be ‘overestimated’

Sales of newly built single-family homes rose in April, pointing to continued buyer engagement during the spring homebuying season, the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau and Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) suggests. New resident… Continue reading

Howard Hanna CEO rejects ‘the edicts of organized real estate’

In an exclusive interview with Inman, Hoby Hanna said “blindly adopting” NAR’s nationwide MLS policies risks more antitrust litigation — and his company “can’t continue” to comply with CCP. Continue reading

Zillow’s clarity, Tutor’s clap back, LionDesk’s closure: 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

Howard Hanna in open rebellion against Clear Cooperation Policy

CEO Hoby Hanna sent a letter to NAR and the more than 70 MLSs the major real estate brokerage belongs to informing them that it will no longer consider itself bound by the policy. Continue reading

Discipline means prioritizing the needs of ‘future you’

Troy Palmquist offers insight to help you focus on what really matters for the future of your business, along with proven tools that get results. Continue reading

Task Handwrytten’s 185 robots with your direct mail: Tech Review

Handwrytten’s 185 robots hold ballpoint pens to craft and automate the mailing of more than 15,000 pieces of mail a day. Continue reading

Real Talk: You want more babies? Moms need housing and a village

The game of “Momopoly,” is big business for America, trainer Rachael Hite writes, and women are no longer interested in playing without meaningful change, more money and safe healthcare. Continue reading

Council of Multiple Listing Services CEO to step down

After nearly 11 years, Denee Evans decided not to renew her contract, and CMLS is on the hunt for its next top leader. Continue reading

Trump’s interest sends shares in Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac soaring

President says he’s giving “very serious consideration” to bringing companies public, and investors are hoping that whatever plan emerges will generate a windfall for them. Continue reading

Say goodbye to paper: Anywhere agents go digital with InstaCard

Anywhere Real Estate is introducing a new way for its agents to connect with clients with no paper cards, no app downloads and no hassle. Through a new enterprise agreement Real Grader, agents now have access to InstaCard, a digital business card desig… Continue reading