New-home sales soar 28.8%

Sales of new single family homes clocked in at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 685,000 in August, up from 532,000 in July, according to new U.S. Census data released Tuesday.

Moody’s says odds of recession have risen to ‘uncomfortably high’ 59.5%

Investors who fund mortgages are demanding unusually high premiums in comparison to government bonds, out of fears the loans they make now could quickly be refinanced if rates drop.

Judge ‘baffled’ why Anywhere won’t give up NAR commission rule docs

Judge M. Page Kelley pushed back against the real estate holding company formerly known as Realogy, noting that NAR's buyer broker commission rule is "virtually identical" to that of MLS PIN.

Real acquires lending arm of LemonBrew Technologies

Agents working under the banner of The Real Brokerage can now extend mortgage services to their clients as a result of the company's acquisition of LemonBrew Lending.

How to read and use body language to close more deals

Understanding body language, both your own and that of others, can help you negotiate more effectively on each side of a transaction.

51 blog or video topics for marketing to homesellers

Whether you're creating a new blog post, a YouTube video or content for your social media channels, these topics are geared toward hopeful homesellers. Broker Teresa Boardman offers a host of ideas designed to help you fill your listing pipeline.

Homebuyers in these US cities are backing out of deals at a higher rate

Phoenix, Las Vegas, Tampa and Austin attracted homebuyers at a higher rate during the height of the pandemic. But according to Redfin, those same Sun Belt cities are now cooling the fastest.

How technology can benefit the showing experience

During this session at Connect Now, Supra welcomed a top agent to discuss his experience with technology and how he needed to streamline his tech stack to better service his customer. “As professionals, we want consumers to have great experiences. That includes from prior to the showing, during the showing, and after the showing. But […]

Create a concierge experience for your listings

"Digital curb appeal is a new phenomenon," said Olivia Mariani, VP of Marketing at Curbio. The team delivered this informative session at Inman Connect Now.

St. Regis Chicago duplex deal marks priciest of the year for Windy City

The unidentified buyer of units on the 71st and 72nd floors of the Residences at the St. Regis Chicago inked the deal for $20.56 million, a far cry from Chicago's priciest transaction of all time.

CoStar’s Homesnap and Broker Public Portal get a divorce

BPP will pivot to creating a national "superset" of listing data for MLSs to power their own listing sites and developing a "Fast Pass" for real estate innovation.

Zillow launches ShowingTime+ in bid to win over real estate agents

The new brand will house all existing products and services from ShowingTime, Bridge Interactive, dotloop and Zillow's Rich Media Experience team.

Agent Outlook: Life events will still drive home sales, you can hang your hat on it

The market may be slowing in some areas, but it will not come to a complete halt. Eric Forney of Livian shares this week's market insights and says that life events will keep consumers buying

Communication pitfalls and how real estate professionals can overcome them

The following are some of the most common pitfalls agents make when managing prospect and client communications — along with solutions that ensure their next deal never slips through the cracks.

How to monetize your lead funnel through simple nurture

This article will discuss one tool: the lead funnel. We'll also show you how to nurture your leads through simple, practical methods to maximize your chances of making a sale.

Mapping the future of proptech — and more

Reliable, accurate, and integrated data, tech tools can address a vast array of business challenges across industries, such as broadband coverage analysis, insurance underwriting, telecommunications network planning, utility risk analysis, and, of course, proptech.

3 assets every agent needs to tackle a changing housing market

Although market shifts can sometimes be accompanied by uncertainty, when agents are equipped with the right tools and resources, they are better prepared to prosper in the real estate business no matter what conditions the market presents.

Evolve your Instagram marketing strategy for maximum reach

Social media equates to a free platform to engage with current and potential clients. It’s also a creative outlet and should be entertaining for you, too. Top performers share their advice on how to do just that.

They wanted a different and powerful marketing tool. Here’s what they found.

Studeo is a permanent and vital part of their tech stack. As Saunders said, “It’s more essential when used creatively than any other marketing tool we’ve used to date.”

9 must-do’s before your next open house

Hosting a truly memorable and effective open house requires more than slapping up some signs and throwing open the front door. According to coach Darryl Davis, it starts well before the open house when you set your intentions and prepare the home.

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