Real Estate News

The Law of 3: A powerful marketing and branding tool for real estate
Sat, 15 Mar 2025 8:00:51
Limiting alternatives, niches and more to three, trainer Bernice Ross writes, allows you to narrow your focus and make your branding, marketing and negotiations more effective. read more»

The industry’s biggest names are weighing in on CCP: The Download
Sat, 15 Mar 2025 8:00:25
Leaders across the real estate landscape are sharing their perspectives on the CCP — and what its possible end would mean for consumers and the housing market. read more»

Bill Pulte confirmed to lead Fannie and Freddie’s federal regulator
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 22:50:35
Mortgage industry groups support the Trump administration's picks to lead the FHFA and CFPB, but questions remain about the prospects for dramatic policy shifts at the agencies. read more»

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CEO denies Compass negotiations
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 20:09:32
HomeServices of America CEO Gino Blefari said Thursday night his company isn't in acquisition talks with Compass. Since then, the brokerage franchise network and Compass have been silent. read more»

Trending: Community Chats, TikTok photos and LinkedIn video
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 19:19:23
Instagram tests Community Chats, TikTok refines photo posts and LinkedIn adds native video. Digital marketing expert Jessi Healey breaks down what it means for real estate agents and brands. read more»

Inflation, job worries drive ‘horrific’ consumer confidence report
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:47:59
Republicans are less worried about the future than Democrats and Independents, but "consumers from all three political affiliations are in agreement that the outlook has weakened since February." read more»

LA pauses new Section 8 applications amid funding cuts
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 16:57:44
The Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA) has announced a pause on accepting new Housing Choice Vouchers (HCVs), also known as Section 8 vouchers, which could leave thousands of residents at risk for homelessness, CBS News reported Tuesday. read more»

Close more listings with this customized marketing proposal
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 16:30:01
Jimmy Burgess talks with team leader and managing partner Andrew Undem about his step-by-step, super-effective listing presentation and marketing proposal. read more»

A big week in M&A and the fate of Clear Cooperation: Inman’s Top 5
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 15:00:52
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. read more»

Porch Group bolsters executive team as profits keep rolling in
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 14:08:56
Property insurance and home warranty provider announces four additions to its executive team to keep the momentum going after putting together two consecutive profitable quarters. read more»

The homeowner affordability crisis is about to explode due to ‘TI’
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 9:00:13
Soaring property tax and homeowners' insurance costs have made homeownership less affordable than any time since the 1980s, Bernice Ross writes. read more»

How to keep your sellers in the loop when their house isn’t moving
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 8:40:32
Keeping sellers in the loop isn’t just about providing updates, coach Darryl Davis writes. It’s about reinforcing confidence and, more importantly, earning their trust. read more»

Invelo, the platform for marketing-savvy investors: Tech Review
Fri, 14 Mar 2025 8:35:01
Invelo is the new investor’s solution, an application for the strategic, tech-forward property buyer who doesn’t wait to be told about opportunities. read more»

Broker Spotlight: The Agency Port Townsend
Thu, 13 Mar 2025 21:15:54
Find out how this four-broker leadership team combines their decades of experience with a philosophy that prioritizes personalized support and exceptional service. read more»

Portuguese real estate agent inks $100M in sales. The twist? It’s a bot
Thu, 13 Mar 2025 20:55:55
A Christie's International Real Estate franchise in Portugal, Porta da Frente Christie's, has built an AI-fueled bot it's billing as the world's first AI real estate agent. What could possibly go wrong? read more»

Compass negotiating to buy Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Thu, 13 Mar 2025 20:02:08
The deal is reportedly nearing the finish line, though the companies have not agreed on final terms. read more»

Social media 2025: The new rules of engagement
Thu, 13 Mar 2025 18:29:35
Tune in to Inman Access to learn more about developing authentic engagement on social media and recovering from past missteps. read more»

Kamini Lane: It couldn’t ‘be a worse time’ to repeal Clear Cooperation
Thu, 13 Mar 2025 18:26:24
Coldwell Banker Realty CEO Kamini Lane wrote a "Newsweek" op-ed about protecting Clear Cooperation, telling consumers that a repeal of the policy would allow brokers to "actively hide" listings amid a long-lasting housing shortage. read more»