Mortgage rates ease a bit on November inflation surprise

Core inflation rose less in November than forecasters had been expecting, in part because housing costs rose at a slower pace, Pantheon Macroeconomics Chief U.S. Economist Samuel Tombs said. Continue reading

Sherry Chris steps down from advisory role at Anywhere

A year and a half after transitioning from her chief executive position to an advisory role, Chris announced that she’s “on to a new adventure.” Continue reading

Redfin commission model drawing more, better agents: Jason Aleem

Aleem, Redfin’s chief of real estate services, also said the agents who have joined since the company adopted a commission model are making more money. Continue reading

Fifth Wall Ventures targets $500M for new real estate tech fund

Fifth Wall Ventures, a venture-capital firm, plans to raise an impressive $500 million for a new fund, the Fifth Wall REACT Fund, according to a new regulatory filing on Wednesday. Continue reading

News Knockout: Commission lawsuits settlement tops 2024

Despite an array of significant stories throughout 2024, none could surpass the industry-shaking news of NAR agreeing to settlement terms in the wake of antitrust commission lawsuits that would forever reshape how agents and brokers do business. Continue reading

Clear Cooperation, commission countdown, charges: 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

24 gifts real estate agents actually really want for Christmas this year

Forget gadgets and swag. According to team leader Carl Medford, what Realtors really want right now are well-behaved children at open houses, punctual contractors and, well, an end to 2024. Continue reading

Making the move from top producer to CEO

If you’re looking to take on leadership opportunities and move up to a higher level professionally, Radius’ Jamie Crain writes, here are the mindset and prractice shifts you need. Continue reading

These 5 marketing events will help move the needle on your listing

Make each property listing memorable when you create events that are designed to get your listing seen and sold, Coldwell Banker Warburg’s Kevelyn Guzman writes. Continue reading

Check out this can’t-miss new year’s expired listing opportunity

The right data and a winning marketing plan can set you up for 2025 success when you pursue expired listings, Jimmy Burgess writes. Continue reading