Want to get buyers moving? Learn their personality types

Keeping in mind the personality type of your clients can help you become perceptive and tailor your approach, so that you're able to provide the best homebuying experience possible.

Why Inman Connect Las Vegas is the highest and best use of your time

Every minute counts in this industry. Whether you're new to real estate or an experienced agent, here’s what you’ll get out of every minute of this summer’s most exciting real estate event.

Paul Gunther, Keeper of a Cultural Flame, Dies at 65

In New York City, he helped engineer behind-the-scenes rescues of monuments, murals and museums and the preservation of Times Square’s dazzling lights.

Real estate market shift ahoy? The Real Word

This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss recent numbers that suggest an imminent market shift, mastermind theory and the Marketeer of the Week.

Panthers owner seeks bankruptcy protection for his real estate firm

A real estate LLC operated by David Tepper, the richest owner of an NFL team, filed for Chapter 11 after an $800 million project fell through.

Economist warns of ‘inevitable’ slowdown in home price appreciation

A top economist has warned sellers that a slowdown in home price appreciation is all but inevitable as the economy falters.

In an interview with CNBC, National Association of Realtors’ chief economist Lawrence Yun said that the housing market is already showing signs of slowing down, with rising mortgage rates adding to already high prices and making homes unaffordable to many.

It means that sellers will likely have to lower their expectations, the economist said.

“It’s just inevitable that home price appreciation will slow down in the upcoming months,” Yun told CNBC.

Yun noted that pending home sales and new home sales have both fallen to pre-pandemic levels of activity, after seeing a huge spike over the past couple of years. Moreover, home listings rose last week by 9% compared to a year earlier, meaning buyers have more inventory to choose from. More homes for sale means more competition for sellers, which may drive prices down or at the very least, ensure home price growth tapers off.

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Opendoor aims for 2-minute pre-approvals with new app

The new app combs through data and comes up with a maximum price a consumer should be able to afford. Opendoor believes the process will be faster and easier for consumers than traditional pre-approvals.

Database on lock! Get more ROI with these CRM tips

The ability to store client information, automate communication and prompt reminders for contact on important dates are just a few of the reasons every agent should be all-in when it comes to their database, says Jimmy Burgess. If you’re looking for your business to grow in the future, the answer is in your database.

Surplus of Hamptons summer rentals is leading to price cuts

Americans heading abroad for the summer, former Hamptons renters becoming homeowners and a surplus of inventory have all led to the market's landlords slashing their rental prices this summer.

Broker Spotlight: James McGrath and Leon Goldfeld, Yoreevo

This week, the Broker Spotlight shines on James McGrath and Leon Goldfeld of New York City real estate brokerage Yoreevo.

Christie’s Rick Moeser joins Douglas Elliman, business development CEO

Moeser has 30 years of experience in the luxury residential realm and most recently served as executive director at Christie's International Real Estate for about 17 years.

Homes for Sale in New York City

This week’s available properties are in Broad Channel, on the Upper East Side and in Chelsea.

Homes for Sale on Long Island and in New Jersey

This week’s available properties are a four-bedroom house in Lloyd Neck, N.Y., and a four-bedroom in Frenchtown, N.J.

A Hilltop Villa in Italy With a Strong Foundation

When Marco Pasanella inherited his father’s estate in Tuscany, he and his wife sought to make it theirs, while preserving the spirit of the past.

A Brooklyn Home Designed With Fun in Mind

To transform his Williamsburg townhouse into a child’s pleasure palace, an architect consulted his own early memories (treehouses were involved).

Exploring the Classic Co-ops of Brooklyn With Less Than $800,000 to Spend. Which Home Did They Choose?

Alarmed by horror stories of construction defects in new buildings, and limited to a 10 percent down payment, a young couple tried to find a two-bedroom in decent condition. Here’s what they saw.

Beach House, Meet Ocean View

A family’s new home in California was right on the shore, but only a major renovation would make the waves really visible.

Keith Meacham brings her oh-this-old-thing elegance to a Southern retreat

The Tennessee retreat Keith Meacham shares with her husband and children feels like a love letter to British country estates. And it’s comfortable.

For visitors to the Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids, a fresh start

The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park had a human face long before it received its new welcome center.

Homeownership Remains the American Dream, Despite Challenges

A new survey reveals that nearly three-quarters of Americans place owning a home above career, family and college as a sign of prosperity.

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