How to protect your buyers from appraisal catastrophes
With multiple offers being the order of the day, buyers are overbidding to outgun their competitors. What happens if an appraisal comes back low? Here are a few important steps to take before writing an over-asking offer
by Carl Medford Mar 23
Pulse: The biggest mortgage challenges clients are facing today
This week, our readers share some of the biggest financing challenges clients are facing in today's market. From saving for a down payment to competing with cash offers, here's what prospective buyers are struggling with most
by Inman Mar 23
Opinion
Agents, hold yourselves to a higher standard — especially in a hectic market
As professionals, we must focus on the long haul — while working together, helping our clients and always doing the right thing
by Jeff Martel Mar 23
Side raises $150M, hits unicorn valuation
The real estate brokerage startup plans to use the infusion of cash to fuel its expansion
by Patrick Kearns Mar 22
How strategic partnerships can help your brokerage stand out
Whether it's providing a value-add for agents, boosting awareness of your brand in a new market or generating more sales, strategic partnerships can give you the edge over others in the industry in so many ways. Here are a few
by Mauricio Umansky Mar 22
Inman Handbook on Homeward
Homeward provides the buying power of a cash purchase to noncash homebuyers, allowing for more competitive offers and a better chance at winning in a multiple-offer situation
by Christy Murdock Mar 22
Joining Clubhouse? Get the lowdown on this buzzy app
By now, you've probably already heard of Clubhouse, the invite-only audio app that's taking the social media world by storm. As a real estate agent, here are the basics you need to know — plus a few tips to get started
by Katie Lance Mar 20
Washington to revoke the license of Compass' closing services firm
Modus, the closing services software company, allegedly violated state statutes over co-branding, social media advertising and mechanisms it used to lure clients
by Patrick Kearns Mar 19
Realogy appoints first black board member
Felicia Williams is a veteran executive from retailer Macy's. She'll serve on the Realogy board's audit committee
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 19
Compass brings on No. 1 Vail agent, Tye Stockton
Stockton and his 5-person team have moved over to Compass from LIV Sotheby's International Realty, the brokerage announced on Thursday
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 19