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Tech companies that could smooth out a rough 2024

Aug 16, 2024

A number of unique software products have emerged in 2024, which is proving to be pivotal year for the industry. From AI search to AI sales coaching, a number of innovators have the chance to make waves before the year is out.

Why a buyer agreement alone won’t get you paid

Aug 16, 2024

With a comprehensive compensation plan in hand, Cassie Walker Johnson writes, you'll not only comply with the new buyer representation regulations but also ensure you close with a check in hand.

A brave new world awaits the real estate industry. Are you prepared?

Aug 16, 2024

Beginning Saturday, new rules around commissions take effect, paving the way for the biggest shift in real estate in at least a generation. It's a brave new world, and it begins this weekend.

Typical monthly mortgage plunges from all-time high recorded in April

Aug 15, 2024

The latest adjustment marks the lowest a typical payment has been in six months — and, with a mere 1 percent month-over-month increase, the smallest uptick in five years, according to a Redfin analysis.

Former Ribbon team launches AI-fueled home transaction platform

Aug 15, 2024

The team that founded EasyKnock-acquired power buyer Ribbon has launched Indigo, an artificial intelligence-powered transaction management and home search platform. The platform is only available in Charlotte and is free to use until Oct. 1.

NAR interim CEO: Settlement was ‘unequivocally’ the right move

Aug 15, 2024

In an interview with NextHome CEO James Dwiggins, NAR interim CEO Nykia Wright urged members to lean back into engaging the 1.5 million-member trade organization

American Real Estate Association debuts membership program

Aug 15, 2024

The association aims to offer an alternative to NAR and is launching its membership program when there is a "lot of dissatisfaction with the status quo," according to one co-founder.

Simone Biles shares dream mansion’s progress post-Olympics

Aug 15, 2024

Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles isn't sitting back and relaxing after a successful run at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Now that the gymnast is back in Texas, she is returning to the ongoing construction of her dream mansion.

Homebuyers see NAR settlement as a big win — until they learn more

Aug 15, 2024

Even if the settlement brings down commissions overall, buyers grow warier the more they learn about what the policy means for them, according to the latest Inman-Dig Insights consumer poll.

Broker Spotlight: Eric Walstrom and Alex Irrer

Aug 15, 2024

Learn how these leaders of the fastest growing brokerage in the state of Michigan maintain their commitment to agent quality and organic growth.

The Heart of Texas: Reimagine real estate at Inman Connect Austin

Aug 15, 2024

This fall, Texas-sized opportunities await you at Inman Connect Austin 2024, where the stars of real estate align with the Lone Star State's unstoppable market on Oct. 8-9, 2024.

Rescuing the American Dream through smart tax incentives

Aug 15, 2024

Industry veteran Alex Perriello says that to fix the affordability problem in America, agents need to get involved, and smart tax incentives need to be offered.