The FHA's Office of Single Family Housing and some of its mortgage insurance programs are "operational but with limited services," HUD said in bulletin to lenders.
Build relevance into your 2026 budget and business plan
Trainer Rachael Hite says NAR’s Nykia Wright was right. This budget and business planning season, agents need to up their game to stay relevant in 2026.
This type of seller lead will wreck your real estate ROI
Before you spend money, do the math, Josh Ries writes, and explore organic content, referrals and sphere engagement for low- or no-cost lead generation.
Uber driver charged in blaze that erupted into the Palisades Fire
Investigators believe one of the deadliest and most destructive fires in California history was a “holdover” from the Lachman Fire, which Jonathan Rinderknecht, 29, is accused of starting.
How the government shutdown is impacting real estate
As the shutdown continues, the real estate industry will also increasingly feel the ripple effects. Housing data, mortgage rates, federally-backed home loans, flood insurance and the Washington, D.C., housing market are all already starting to feel the impacts.
Amit Kulkarni, Russ Cofano launch strategy firm Alloy Advisors
Longtime real estate executives Amit Kulkarni and Russ Cofano have launched a new strategy firm, Alloy Advisors. Their offerings range from product development to legal planning.
$750,000 Homes in Virginia, Florida and Pennsylvania
A 19th-century house in Richmond, a midcentury modern house in Hollywood and a Victorian in Pittsburgh.
Why Leaving the Leaves Is Better for Your Yard — and the Planet
Keeping leaves in your yard can bolster the number and variety of species around — and the perks go beyond just the fall season.
The Creator of Field + Supply Displays His Love for Handcrafted Design
The creator of the craft fair Field + Supply, the designer Brad Ford, displays his love of handmade goods at his home in the Hamptons.
Tiny Homes Aim to Address Shortage on Lakota Reservation
A local Y.M.C.A. branch in South Dakota partnered with a Brooklyn-based firm to design tiny homes as existing two-bedrooms swell with 10 to 15 people.
At Inman, we believe in you, the real estate professional
Real estate embodies the American dream, and as a profession is filled with people fighting for their communities and their clients.
Switching brokerages? Here’s your ultimate brand transition playbook
Inman’s Christy Murdock and branding and PR expert Stacey Ross Cohen share the strategy behind transitioning your brand for maximum impact.
Your 1st 5 minutes with ChatGPT: A no-fear guide for agents
Harness the power of artificial intelligence. Drew Thompson shares ideas for getting to know AI and allowing it to get to know you.
Homebuyers froze deals at a record rate in August: Redfin
Homebuyers are freezing their purchasing plans at increasingly higher rates, according to Redfin's latest market report. Fifteen percent of contracts, or 56,000, were canceled in August, the highest level since Redfin began tracking the metric in 2017.
Intergenerational Living Provides Family a ‘Foundation to Succeed’
Facing a tough housing market, the Nguyen family went all-in on a mortgage together and made an arrangement with seven people ranging from 6 to 65 successful.
What’s next for Compass-Anywhere? Latter & Blum’s deal offers hints
The Compass name has largely overtaken Latter & Blum branding, but otherwise, the brokerage is still very much in the midst of a smooth transition to Compass's systems, agents said.
Compass-Anywhere: Scale doesn’t mean losing culture and quality
Don't fear the scale of a combined Compass and Anywhere, luxury expert Mickey Alam Khan writes. Instead, lean into your differentiators and your unique value proposition.
Before Compass: Lessons from Robert Reffkin’s leadership style
Darryl Davis looks at how resilience and responsibility at a young age shaped the Compass founder's approach to leadership and business.
Marketing overload: How to cut the clutter and reclaim your time
Marketing overload is real. New contributor Remington Rand says agents need to cut busywork with AI and focus their time on their strengths.
How to WOW your clients with a simple communication strategy
While you can't control the market or the latest industry headlines, you can control your timely and clear communication with clients, coach Darryl Davis writes.