Market shifts, rate hikes and why real estate stocks can’t get a break

As real estate enters what one observer called a "Wile E. Coyote" moment, real estate companies’ share prices continue to struggle amid market uncertainty.

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2 Leading in Luxury agents share their anti-burnout tips and resources

Agents with luxury clients, properties, and prices contend with the highest pressures and expectations. Is it possible to beat burnout after it settles in — or, even better, before?

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Relationship-building gold: 5 moves for the win

Real estate is a competitive industry. Almost any agent can get the job done, but truly successful agents will go above and beyond to make sure their clients feel understood and genuinely cared for.

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‘Our presence was widely noticed, our energy was contagious, and we had a ton of fun!’

Attending Inman Connect is part of the 2022 roadmap for many top brokerages. Inman Connect Las Vegas is coming up in August and tickets are moving quickly. Learn more about attending and group packages!

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Prices are softening. But don’t expect that to last, economist says

Affordability challenges mean some sellers are reducing asking prices, but demand for homes continues to outpace supply.

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‘Sellers are starting to freak out:’ Redfin CEO sees market slowdown

During his latest CNBC appearance, Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman said rising mortgage rates, softening home price growth and changing buyer attitudes are all signs of an impending shift.

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Epstein islands drop asking price by $15M; allow for separate sale

A pair of Carribean islands once owned by late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein that initially asked $125 million as a pair are now asking $55 million each.

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Luxury home auctions are having a moment. Here’s how to get in on it

Luxury homes that eventually go to auction sometimes come across as the black sheep of listings and require a nuanced approach. Here are luxury agent Aaron Kirman's top tips for success.

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Man jumps to his death during apartment viewing in Manhattan

The man jumped from the 32nd floor of 100 United Nations Plaza, just steps from the United Nations building in the Turtle Bay neighborhood of Manhattan, during a tour with an agent.

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Shifts, layoffs, debuts — here’s Inman’s Top 5 stories of the week

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the past seven days? Here's Inman Top 5, the most essential stories of the week, according to Inman readers.

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List prices are finally starting to fall

Nearly 1 in 5 homesellers dropped their listing price during the four-week period ending May 22, a high watermark unmatched since October 2019, according to a new report from Redfin.

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Time to get creative: 3 strategies for finding buyers homes

Buying a home is hard, but it's not impossible. As a knowledgeable expert with a fiduciary duty to your clients, it's your role to help buyers weigh and evaluate their options.

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Celebrate your agents! Enhance recognition by looking beyond the transaction

Rather than focusing on output, as measured by transactions completed, focus on what your agents have put into their businesses and the communities they serve. Celebrate your agents for their contributions to local charities and organizations.

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6 tips for giving out-of-town buyers next-level service

If you're helping buyers look for homes from a distance, with only a short trip to make their final decision in person, here's how to create systems and processes to make working with out-of-town buyers more effective, efficient and rewarding.

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Inspectify wants to normalize consistency in home inspections: Tech Review

In the same way LegalZoom took away the intimidation of speaking with an attorney, Inspectify's fast ordering and clear, categorized reporting takes the pain out of finding out your buyer's house needs work after closing.

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BridgeMLS members able to pilot proptech in partnership with Openn

A mobile, transparency-in-transaction software company, Openn, has started a pilot program to test its platform with agents in the Golden State.

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NYC sting embroils more than 120 companies in fair housing lawsuit

The lawsuit accuses brokerages and property owners of telling renters at risk of homelessness that their vouchers would not be accepted.

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Let’s talk data: leverage the ‘secret’ tool of Fortune 100s

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The Big Bend Group leaves Coldwell Banker for Keller Williams

The Big Bend Group, led by founder Bruce Foster, officially moved to Keller Williams last week.

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How masterminds helped this office close 13,400 transaction sides

Vince Leisey, founder and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Ambassador Real Estate, believes masterminding is the No. 1 thing agents should commit to for success in their businesses. He shares with Jimmy Burgess his highly effective mastermind format.

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