Homebuyer sentiment hits new low for 3rd month in a row

Although 76 percent said it was a good time to sell, rising mortgage rates are likely to make some would-be sellers reluctant to give up their existing mortgage. Homebuyer sentiment hits new low for 3rd month in a row posted first on https://www.inman.com/

The brokerage slowdown has begun: Mike DelPrete

The market is softening and it's reflected in quarterly declines. Fewer transactions mean less brokerage revenue. The brokerage slowdown has begun: Mike DelPrete posted first on https://www.inman.com/

Madison ‘TheNYCAgent’ Sutton leaves BHS for SERHANT.

Seven months after joining Brown Harris Stevens, real estate agent and TikTok phenom Madison Sutton has jumped ship to SERHANT. Sutton and her five-person team will operate under broker Sean McPeak, who also found early success at BHS and Halstead. Madison ‘TheNYCAgent’ Sutton leaves BHS for SERHANT. posted first on https://www.inman.com/

The present (and future) of MLS regionalization

MLS regionalization offers a variety of benefits for real estate pros and their clients, whether in urban metroplexes or rural markets. The present (and future) of MLS regionalization posted first on https://www.inman.com/

Overcome your public speaking fears to become a stronger Realtor

Public speaking is an essential skill in real estate to land a listing, close a deal and present yourself as an authority. Still, it’s also a skill most agents avoid building because they’re terrified of actually getting up to give a presentation. Overcome your public speaking fears to become a stronger Realtor posted first on https://www.inman.com/

Circa 1930: What real estate agents need to know about housing styles in the 1930s

The 1930s saw a blend of influences and trends, driven in large part by the impact of the Great Depression. Broker Gerard Splendore offers insight into the historical and architectural roots of the decade's home styles as part of his Circa series. Circa 1930: What real estate agents need to know about housing styles in the 1930s posted first on https://www.inman.com/

CoreLogic Chief Economist Frank Nothaft dies unexpectedly

Nothaft "was a brilliant spokesperson and brand ambassador" whose absence "will be felt profoundly throughout the organization and beyond," the company said. CoreLogic Chief Economist Frank Nothaft dies unexpectedly posted first on https://www.inman.com/

Appeals court rejects NAR class certification challenge in lawsuit

The ruling means that Sitzer/Burnett moves forward as a multibillion-dollar class action, currently headed for trial in February 2023. Appeals court rejects NAR class certification challenge in lawsuit posted first on https://www.inman.com/

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard’s former penthouse lists as trial ends

The penthouse unit, atop the Eastern Columbia building in downtown Los Angeles, is one of five Depp formerly owned while he was married to Heard. Johnny Depp and Amber Heard’s former penthouse lists as trial ends posted first on https://www.inman.com/

Half of homebuyers cry at least once while shopping for a home: Survey

Fifty percent of people who bought a home over the past two years say the process brought them to tears, according to a new survey conducted by Zillow. Half of homebuyers cry at least once while shopping for a home: Survey posted first on https://www.inman.com/

The labor shortage is real. But its impact on real estate will surprise you

The latest jobless numbers show U.S. unemployment is holding steady at a very low 3.6 percent. In real estate, this situation may offer a slight counter trend to rising rates and inflation. The labor shortage is real. But its impact on real estate will surprise you posted first on https://www.inman.com/

Red flag! 12 things agents should watch out for when being recruited

Here's what some agents who have recently made strategic moves have to say about keeping one's eye on the prize when it comes to negotiating contracts with a new brokerage. Red flag! 12 things agents should watch out for when being recruited posted first on https://www.inman.com/

Before you take the plunge: What to know before becoming a part-time agent

Ready to begin your real estate career by going part-time? Joel Lock offers his tried-and-true advice for agents taking the dual-career plunge. Before you take the plunge: What to know before becoming a part-time agent posted first on https://www.inman.com/

It’s National Homeownership Month. Here’s how you can address un-fair housing

Un-fair housing is an impediment to homeownership. Without fair access and opportunity to buy a home in this land of the free, homeownership likely feels to those denied like a nightmare, not the American dream. It’s National Homeownership Month. Here’s how you can address un-fair housing posted first on https://www.inman.com/

3 steps to recession-proof your real estate business

It’s possible to emerge from a down market stronger than you went in — but only if you’ve taken the time to plan accordingly. Here are three steps you need to take now so that you can approach the shifting market from a position of strength. 3 steps to recession-proof your real estate business posted first on https://www.inman.com/

Top mortgage trends every Realtor needs to know about

Nonbanks demonstrate their expertise in meeting consumer expectations of speed, flexibility and digital customer experience; This is something real estate agents can facilitate by embracing processes that deliver the same level of service. Top mortgage trends every Realtor needs to know about posted first on https://www.inman.com/

9 tips for communicating through language barriers

Language barriers and cultural differences inevitably arise while attracting and communicating with international clients. Here are nine pieces of advice shared by two luxury agents well-acquainted with international deals. 9 tips for communicating through language barriers posted first on https://www.inman.com/