It’s the age-old question: Rent or buy? Here are some things to remember that go beyond your month-to-month expenses.
To move or not to move? A better way to handle the waiting game
Are your clients “waiting for the market to recover”? They’re often talking about fear and uncertainty, coach Darryl Davis writes. Ask these questions to shift from uncertainty to clarity.
Christie’s Real Estate expands into Traverse City, Michigan
The firm's new office, overseen by broker Ken Kleinrichert, will open in July on South Union Street. Top producers Molly Buttleman and Lydia Wiley will serve as key agents leading sales for the new office.
Pulte wages war on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, blaming him for high home prices
The chair of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, Fannie and Freddie has spent the past day calling on Powell to step down, saying he’s responsible for high home prices.
Fire-scarred CA neighborhoods ‘not even close’ to bottoming out
The Amalfi Estates owner said listings are slowing down and prices have been dropping, but there's plenty of room to fall, which is extending the buyer's market.
Struggling agents, 3 mins with Trump, ChatGPT revolution: Top 5
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.
‘Prewar Eva’ Has Her Finger on the Pulse of the Hamptons
Eva Alt, a real estate agent who goes by “Prewar Eva” on Instagram, says the bland Hamptons McMansions of the past two decades are on their way out.
$1.1 Million Homes in Cork, Ireland
County Cork, Ireland’s southernmost county, has rustic architectural gems, stately Georgian homes, and 19th-century rowhouses overlooking Cork Harbour.
A Designer Places Furniture in Her Bedroom as Pieces of Art
Alyssa Kapito savors the elegant memo box on her night stand, a bronze chair by Diego Villarreal, and silver shell bowls from her mother.
Is This 19th-Century Factory the World’s First Skyscraper?
As the first building to be built from an iron frame, the Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings in England is a forerunner of all iron- and steel-framed towers. Now, its custodians want people to know that.
How changing demographics are reshaping the luxury market
As millennials and Gen Z take center stage in luxury homeownership, the industry will have to adapt to meet the needs of these buyers, Lindsey Harn writes. They want spaces that align with their values, needs and ambitions.
From random to reliable: How to build a referral machine
The best agents’ businesses are powered by referrals, Jimmy Burgess writes. Here are seven timeless, proven strategies that agents are using in today's market to build their own referral networks.
The price isn’t right? How to talk sellers through their concerns
Sellers don't want the slickest pitch or biggest promise, coach Darryl Davis writes. They want guidance without pressure. Here’s how to talk them through pricing objections and win the listing.
Sellers don’t care about your fancy CRM. They care how you use it
Broker and lead gen consultant Josh Ries shares strategies for demonstrating to sellers how your tech tools will get the results they're looking for.
A Couple Figured They Couldn’t Afford Upper Manhattan. They Just Had to Look in the Right Places.
Two longtime renters searched in Harlem, Hamilton Heights and Washington Heights for a sunny two-bedroom with space to host friends. Here’s what they found.
HomeServices selects Jimmy Burgess as new coaching exec
Jimmy Burgess, who has decades of experience in real estate and leadership, will serve as the chief coaching officer at HomeServices of America.
Homes for Sale in Manhattan and the Bronx
This week’s properties are in Harlem, Chelsea and Fieldston.
Homes for Sale in Connecticut and New York
This week’s properties are five-bedroom in Stamford and a four-bedroom in East Marion.
Who’s More Likely to D.I.Y.?
Age and income have a large influence on the decision to hire professionals for home repair and renovation, according to a recent study.
Despite weak demand, brokerages logged revenue growth this spring
The progress came even as competition for listings cooled across the country. Inman breaks down how the industry navigated the spring homebuyer season using insights powered by Market View.
