Fixer-upper or money pit? Key risks buyers face with aging homes

With the U.S. housing market stagnant, many buyers are eyeing older homes for affordability and location, Andrew Reichek writes, but structural risks make due diligence essential. Continue reading

Homeowners are cracking under the pressure of increased costs

Median monthly homeownership costs have risen 26 percent from 2019, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s latest American Community Survey data. released on Thursday. Continue reading

How Inman’s latest tools can help real estate agents and clients

Earlier this month, Inman launched two new market data tools: Market Explorer and Market Trends. Here’s how senior housing specialist Rachael Hite is using them to help her clients make decisions. Continue reading

Lake Homes Realty branches out with new firm for mountain homes

The standalone brokerage will service clients across 21 states to start, with a focus on homes at elevation, with a mountain view, or those within a community shaped by the mountains. Continue reading

Home price growth rose seasonally in March, but continues to slow

The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Home Price NSA Index rose by 3.4 percent on an annual basis in March and the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s Home Price Index rose 4 percent. Continue reading

Broker ends suit after West Virginia kills brick-and-mortar mandate

On April 25, the state’s governor signed legislation that created an exception to the requirement for out-of-state brokers who have an office in their home state. Continue reading

This spring, East Coast agents see signs of emerging buyer’s market

Inventory is up and rates are down as fewer buyers face stiff competition and successfully find homes in less than a month, according to new data shared by BrightMLS. Continue reading

Transitions, eliminated positions, acquisitions: 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

NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy tweak: 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

Broker fights to keep Nevada brick-and-mortar mandate lawsuit in play

While his lawsuit against the West Virginia Real Estate Commission is on hold, online discount broker Derek Eisenberg is fighting to keep his lawsuit against Nevada’s real estate and business commissions in play after the defendants asked the court to … Continue reading