Mortgage rates hit new 2023 high on debt ceiling, inflation worries

For investors who provide the funding for most U.S. mortgages, the debt ceiling crisis won't be over until Congress actually votes to approve the deal negotiated over the weekend.

Second month of home price gains could signal end to year of declines

U.S. home prices rose 0.7 percent in March, notching a second-straight month of upticks while suggesting declines that began in 2022 may be winding down, according to data from CoreLogic and the FHFA.

A new lens for success: Reframe your mindset, overcome obstacles

Now Streaming! Discover the transformative power of reframing your mindset with a new outlook, and gain the upper hand in conquering challenges with Bill Storm's Inman Access class.

More Than 1 in 4 American Homeowners Is ‘House Poor’

A new study shows that homeowners in California, Florida and New York are living in houses they cannot afford.

Heading into summer, Airbnb is going head-to-head with the hotels

It grew from a way to earn a little extra money renting out a room to a $67B behemoth. Now, heading into a busy travel season, Airbnb looks to return to its roots.

Real estate investing: 3 tips to get started from a seasoned investor

Find a niche, start small and think local, writes Inman contributor Michael Zaransky, the founder and managing principal of MZ Capital Partners.

Should real estate investors bank on self-storage amid uncertainty?

Should you jump on the bandwagon or leave self-storage to institutional investors? Here's what to consider before investing in a storage facility, according to SparkRental co-founder G. Brian Davis.

Plunk’s API plugged into Mosaik and Roomvu

In addition to Mosaik and Roomvu, Plunk is also providing actionable market data to DropOffer, Calque and SphereBuilder, according to a company announcement.

Ignition! Brokerage Engine, Payload to speed secure payments

Secure payment processor Payload will deploy its APIs to facilitate faster, more secure payments for customers of Brokerage Engine, according to an announcement exclusively sent to Inman.

Updating a 19th Century-Style Apartment in Rome

An electronic music D.J. wanted a home with 19th-century style — but the one he found had small, dark rooms that didn’t work for his young family.

A former CNN producer reveals why agents intuitively ‘get’ social media

Ahead of her appearance at Inman Connect Las Vegas, media strategist Shannon McKinstrie shares how agents can tap into social media as a lead generator without falling into a time-suck.

Are ARMs and 40-year mortgage loans good deals for buyers? 

Focusing exclusively on monthly payments can mean borrowers lose sight of the advantages, and drawbacks, of various loan products. Trainer Bernice Ross looks at some alternatives to the 30-year fixed rate mortgage.

$900,000 Homes for Sale in California

A 1928 home with separate guest quarters in Los Angeles, a Colonial Revival house in Stockton and a Craftsman bungalow Oakland.

Find your superpower so you can save your business

In a time of cynicism and negativity, superhero movies are more popular than ever. Here’s how to become the hero in your own life and in your business.

What are the trending interior design colors for 2023?

When listing a luxury property, agents must bear in mind that buyers’ expectations are higher than ever. They want to see a home that aligns with the aspirational architectural content they watch and read. And color can effectively illustrate that designer lifestyle.

How Do I Make My Landlord Help With a Bug Infestation at My Apartment?

There are numerous ways you can pressure a landlord to take action. Sometimes it takes using all of them to get a result.

A 5-step, fail-proof plan to get consistent with video marketing

Real estate agents should be using video to market their businesses consistently, period, Kyle Draper writes. Here's how to do it.

Private mortgage insurers have friends in high places

House lawmakers ask SEC not to hinder a system that private mortgage insurers have used to transfer nearly $68 billion in risk since 2015.

Zillow expands ‘post-pay’ Premier Agent model to 2 new markets

The expansion is part of Zillow's "enhanced markets" program, which is now in six cities and part of the company's efforts to eventually build a real estate "super app."

Fathom Realty announces slew of new leadership hires

The North Carolina-headquartered real estate firm announced the hiring and promotion of new district directors in five key markets.

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