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Small lenders oppose combining Fannie, Freddie into single entity
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac should continue to operate as separate companies rather than merged into a single entity, and be regulated like utilities with a cap on excessive fees and prohibitions on backing risky loans. That’s the perspective of an industry group, Community Home Lenders of America (CHLA), that represents small- and mid-sized nonbank […]
Mortgage rates drop sharply as Powell shifts stance on rate cuts
Investors pushed bond yields and mortgage rates down Friday after Fed chair says policymakers are starting to see unemployment as a bigger risk to the U.S. economy than inflation.
NYC luxury agent accused of biting child over concert free T-shirt toss
Compass agent Gail Bomze was arrested after allegedly biting a 7-year-old child during a free T-shirt toss at East Hamptons' Tuesdays on Main beach concert series. Bomze denies the allegations and says she was pushed to the ground by teenagers during the event.
Yes, inventory’s up, but de-listings and expireds slow growth
Windermere Economist Jeff Tucker looks at inventory levels and writes that, while sellers are willing to list, they won't bend on price.
Why every real estate agent ought to care about urban design
Understanding the principles of urban design can help you help your clients find more than a home; they'll find the setting for a new lifestyle, Jason Haber writes.
Presenting price in today’s changing market: Now Streaming
Real estate coach Darryl Davis offers insights for conducting pricing discussions with seller clients, even as the market shifts.
Data confirmation, compensation, Opendoor resignation: 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.
Pulte dismisses claims he is ‘weaponizing’ mortgage fraud
A "Wall Street Journal" editorial calls Pulte's criminal referral of Federal Reserve governor "an ominous turn in political lawfare" and warns that "weaponizing" Fannie and Freddie's federal regulator "won’t build confidence in America’s institutions or markets."
This is where the future of Texas real estate comes to life
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.
Next question for Opendoor: ‘Kill agent partnership,’ or work with real estate pros?
After a stock rally and CEO ouster, investors are turning their attention to what’s next for Opendoor. Some say the company must work with agents. Others disagree.
What today’s skills-based market demands of real estate agents
The market has shifted. If you’re working the same way you did a year ago, you’re likely getting half the results, coach Verl Workman writes. Talent is rewarded over timing.
How ‘pig butchering’ financial scam puts real estate agents at risk
Scammers prey on the loneliness epidemic and desire for genuine connection, security expert Robert Siciliano writes, a feeling that even the most successful among us can experience.
How to write a real estate case study that wins clients
Want to brag on your business and the service you provide? There’s no more convincing format than a case study based on a previous transaction.
How to conduct a pet screening for rental properties
Setting clear expectations and conducting thorough assessments allows landlords and property managers to accommodate responsible pet owners, Ryan Barone writes.
Broker Spotlight: Matt Borland, Corcoran Icon Properties
Find out how this Northern California brokerage executive is bringing "measured, intentional growth" across his region, while preserving company culture and values.
NAR sees existing-home sales rise ‘ever so slightly’ in July
Existing-home sales edged up in July, as increasing inventory and improving affordability pushed more homebuyers into the market. The sale of single-family, townhomes, condominiums, and co-ops increased 2 percent month-over-month and 0.8 percent year-over-year to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.01 million. Total housing inventory jumped 0.6 percent month-over-month and 15.7 percent year-over-year to 1.55 million units, representing a 4.6 months of supply at the current sales pace—the highest level since May 2020.
Mortgage rates hit 10-month low, spurring lower monthly payments
The dip is due to a weak July jobs report, a neutral inflation report and home sale prices moving past their peak as fall approaches. Those factors give buyers significant leverage.
Lead counsel for Moehrl targets ‘deceptive practices’ in new real estate industry investigation
Attorneys from Hagens Berman have urged consumers that have sold a home since 2021 with the aid of an "online real estate agent" to reach out to the firm since they may be eligible for compensation as a result of "deceptive practices" by the real estate industry.