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President Trump to NAR midyear: ‘What you do is very beautiful’
Unable to attend NAR midyear in person, President Donald Trump sent a two-minute video lauding Realtors’ work and praising his One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect with...
Your Listing, Your Lead – Leveraging a Homes.com Membership to Win More Listings and Close More Effectively
Top headlines from around the real estate industry. Breaking news as it happens. 15 stories covering tech, special reports, video and opinion. Unique features from hacker profiles to portal watch and video interviews. Unique features from hacker profiles to portal...
NAR board approves hate speech policy changes in decisive vote
The changes, which are effective immediately, remove references to hate speech, add a definition of harassment, and make the policy no longer applicable to all of a Realtor’s activities. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of...
NAR overturns ‘no-commingling’ rule in Executive Committee vote
The committee opted to rescind the controversial “no-commingling” policy on Wednesday, one day after NAR’s Multiple Listing Issues and Policies Committee voted to scrap it amid DOJ scrutiny. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands...
Zillow begins sending warnings to brokers ahead of private listing ban
Zillow Group started notifying brokers on May 28 about listings that weren’t aded to the MLS within 24 hours of being publicly marketed. The portal declined to share how many notices have been sent. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join...
HUD and the FHFA are changing. Here’s everything you need to know
Workforce cuts, the rescission of Fair Housing initiatives and COVID assistance, and multiple pathways for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are all under discussion at the federal housing agencies. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join...
Real Talk: Thoughts and prayers for those fighting 10-5
Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect with the Inman Community, and gain insights from hundreds of leading minds shaping the industry. If you’re ready to grow your business and invest in yourself,...
Lead with Fire: Energy management for soulful leaders
Debra Trappen’s series continues with inspiration for getting back in touch with the work that lights you up and renews your motivation. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect with the Inman...
Dip in mortgage rates doesn’t do much to excite homebuyers
While purchase loan demand was still up 18 percent last week from a year ago, some of that demand may not translate into sales, with Redfin reporting an unusual bump in cancelled purchase contracts. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join...
Wells Fargo free to grow again after Fed lifts $1.95T asset cap
Lifting of the asset cap could give the bank greater leeway to originate jumbo mortgages that exceed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s $806,500 conforming loan limit in most markets. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real...
Redfin shareholders approve Rocket merger at special meeting
With antitrust regulators declining to weigh in, $1.75 billion deal to marry a tech-focused mortgage lender to real estate brokerage could close by the end of the month. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros,...
DOJ removes Nosalek settlement objection — with a strong warning
The federal law enforcement agency withdrew objections to a fourth proposed settlement between plaintiffs and MLS PIN Tuesday, but cautioned that the MLS was not immune to future legal action. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join...
Why your brokerage needs a service, not just sales, funnel
Focus on the client lifecycle to build loyalty and enhance brand reputation, ultimately driving retention, The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin writes. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect with the Inman...
25 accelerators, podcasts and courses for agent entrepreneurs
You are your business’s most important asset. Don’t you deserve an upgrade? Drew Thompson shares educational and inspirational resources that will give you the boost you need now. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real...
5 real-talk tips for retaining real estate agents in 2025
Tailor your outreach and communication to the individual agent so that you’re providing what they need to thrive, broker Holly Brink writes. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect with the Inman...
Closing consistency drives launch of Goby Homes
Goby Homes officially launched its flagship product designed to center transaction management around better communications and transparency. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect with the Inman...
NAR may rescind ‘no-commingling’ rule this week amid DOJ scrutiny
Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect with the Inman Community, and gain insights from hundreds of leading minds shaping the industry. If you’re ready to grow your business and invest in yourself,...
Proposed NAR hate speech changes advance to board vote
NAR’s Professional Standards Committee on Tuesday moved to make the Realtor Code of Ethics applicable only to real estate-related activities. The board of directors will take a vote on Thursday. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join...
Record $700B worth of listings on market, but sales are sluggish
U.S. home inventory hit a record $698 billion in April, a 20.3 percent increase from the previous year. However, sales aren’t keeping pace, a new analysis from Redfin shows. While listings are rising, buyer activity remains muted, leaving many homes sitting unsold far...
NAR warns agents of growing ‘Pig Butchering’ cryptocurrency scam
Scammers posing as wealthy homebuyers are roping agents into elaborate crypto investing schemes, resulting in some agents losing their life savings and drawing Secret Service scrutiny. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of...
Need support as a solo agent? Here’s how to get it
No team? No problem! You don’t have to go it alone when you align yourself with colleagues and strategies that optimize your service, coach Verl Workman writes. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect...
Your circle prospecting plan is outdated. Here’s how to fix it
Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect with the Inman Community, and gain insights from hundreds of leading minds shaping the industry. If you’re ready to grow your business and invest in yourself,...
Solid Earth lands on BeachesMLS partnership
BeachesMLS has hired software company Solid Earth to provide an enhanced, agent-facing interface to its front-end productivity experience. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect with the Inman...
NAR president: DOJ thinks Realtors ‘make too much money’
At NAR’s midyear conference, Kevin Sears told brokers he was “cautiously optimistic” about improving the trade group’s relationship with the antitrust enforcer. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect...
5 Things to Know About Living in a MUD (Municipal Utility District)
Considering a home in a Texas MUD? Learn what a municipal utility district does, how MUD taxes impact Texas property taxes, and what services you’ll receive. This guide breaks down costs, disclosures, and smart questions to ask before you buy.
How Title Companies Help Protect Your Purchase
Title companies play a key role in Texas home purchases by researching ownership, resolving liens, coordinating escrow, and managing the closing process. Learn how title insurance protects buyers from hidden ownership issues, and what to watch for in a title commitment.
Why People Are Moving to Austin
Thinking about moving to Austin Texas? Explore the top reasons to relocate, from the Austin job market and tech growth to lifestyle, culture, and housing options. Learn about cost of living in Austin, suburbs for families, and key Austin housing market trends.
First-time homebuyer programs in Austin
Explore first-time homebuyer programs in Austin, including AHFC options, TSAHC and TDHCA assistance, FHA loans, and key tax incentives. Learn eligibility requirements, practical application tips, and where to apply for down payment and closing cost help across Central Texas.
Out-of-State Buyer Influx
Texas is seeing a major influx of out-of-state buyers, with over 25% coming from beyond state lines. Learn what’s driving the Texas relocation trend, how it’s impacting housing demand, and practical steps to buy or sell confidently.
Affordable Housing in Corpus Christi
Learn how to find affordable housing in Corpus Christi, including where to look, how to budget for true monthly costs, and which Texas and local programs can help with down payments and closing costs. Includes FHA, VA, USDA, and TSAHC resources with links.
Best neighborhoods in Austin
Explore the best neighborhoods in Austin for families, professionals, and retirees, from downtown living to suburban options. Compare walkability, amenities, schools in Austin TX, and safety considerations, with practical tips to help you narrow down the best areas to live in Austin.
Home staging tips for Austin sellers
Get seller-focused home staging tips tailored to the Austin market, from popular design styles to staging ROI and timing. Learn room-by-room strategies, real estate photography prep, open house essentials, and when to hire the best home stagers Austin sellers trust.
Tal Alexander calls himself ‘victim’ in divorce proceedings
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The Evolution of Texas Downtown Living After the Pandemic
The Evolution of Texas Downtown Living After the Pandemic Why downtown living in Texas looks different now From Austin’s high-rise condo boom to Houston’s steady push for mixed-use districts, Texas downtown living has been reshaped by the pandemic—and the shifts...