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Fannie, Freddie ordered to accept new VantageScore 4.0 credit score

Jul 8, 2025

While questions remain about the new policy, FHFA Director Bill Pulte says lenders must still use "tri-merge" process to obtain scores from all three major credit bureaus.

Hive MLS hires RentSpree to assist members

Jul 8, 2025

RentSpree's tenant screening, application processing and marketing will now help members of Hive MLS work with renters

Buyers and sellers face off as inventory and delistings rise

Jul 8, 2025

Delistings outpaced inventory growth in June even as price cuts surged, showing that a growing number of sellers are unwilling to compromise when it comes to their selling goals.

Portal wars field a new fighter — backed by the country’s largest news publisher

Jul 8, 2025

Mysterious newcomer plans to generate buyer and seller leads quickly after teaming up with Gannett Company to display listings across its news sites.

First speakers announced for Inman On Tour Texas 2025

Jul 8, 2025

Inman On Tour Texas is back for 2025, bringing together the industry’s top agents, brokers and thought leaders for a one-of-a-kind event.

Speed-to-lead is not the same as speed-to-qualify

Jul 8, 2025

You have to earn the right to ask the hard questions, broker Josh Ries writes. Learn how to build rapport and relationship so that you can dig deeper.

Expert energy: How to become the go-to agent in any market

Jul 8, 2025

The real estate agents who rise to the top, coach Darryl Davis writes, are the ones who commit to daily growth, connection and service.

Luxury market ‘as strong as ever’ despite broader slowness

Jul 8, 2025

It has been a challenging year for many real estate agents contending with a volatile economy, but the luxury market has remained resilient in the face of uncertainty

Job loss fears, mortgage rates weigh on housing sentiment

Jul 7, 2025

Fannie Mae survey echoes polls by the University of Michigan and the Conference Board that found uncertainty over tariffs is weighing on consumer confidence.

6 creative strategies to refresh your marketing now

Jul 7, 2025

Refreshing your marketing doesn’t require a total overhaul, Bernice Ross writes, only a few smart, creative shifts that will keep you top of mind with clients and prospects.

EXp CEO: You can’t champion consumers and gatekeep listings

Jul 7, 2025

In an Inman Exclusive, Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty, writes that exposure sells homes, while shielding listings hurts sellers, limits buyers and undermines trust.

Your city just got ranked. Now put it to work for your business

Jul 7, 2025

Buyers are paying attention to "best-of" rankings. Are you? Troy Palmquist teaches you to add this leverage to supercharge your real estate business.