Kalispell, Montana-based Mann Mortgage, which operated branches in states throughout the West and Southeast, had previously tangled with regulators in Idaho and Washington
by David Oct 1
Accurate Group acquires broker price opinions provider
Strategic investment by Canadian private equity firm Novacap provides fuel for growth
by Matt Carter Nov 23
South Dakota governor's daughter closes appraisal business amid nepotism claims
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem's daughter Kassidy Peters has quit her appraisal job as state legislators investigate her mother for alleged 'abuse of power'
by Marian McPherson Nov 17
How equitably is housing wealth distributed in your city?
Interactive tool tracks disparities in homeownership rates, home values and distribution of housing wealth by race and ethnicity
by Matt Carter Nov 12
Clear Capital acquires floor plan app CubiCasa
CubiCasa's mobile scanner provides real estate photographers, staging professionals, interior designers and contractors a sub-5 minute solution for acquiring space dimensions and construction insight
by Craig C. Rowe Sep 28
Landmark study confirms troubling 'appraisal gap' in minority enclaves
Mortgage giant Freddie Mac's analysis of 12 million appraisals comes as federal task force prepares action report to address appraisal bias
by Matt Carter Sep 21
10 myths agents wish their clients didn't believe
Opinion
When clients latch onto 'facts' they’ve heard, it can be especially frustrating for agents to detangle, debug and find the way forward. Here's how to combat today's biggest myths
by Cara Ameer Sep 2
Automation comes to appraisal management
AppraisalWorks now provides quote management tools and automates electronic payments to appraisers — features that can cut costs, speed up turn times and improve transparency
by Matt Carter Aug 24
A man typing on a keyboard
The deal includes title and closing technology platform that integrates with loan origination systems used by most lenders
by Matt Carter May 5
The Inman Handbook on comps in these chaotic times
Agents' expertise has long relied on studying and understanding sales patterns in their markets. But with little inventory and soaring prices, patterns are hard to find
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 26
Commission, appraisals, inventory: 11 challenges agents face today
Opinion
Last year forced real estate agents to adapt in an ever-evolving landscape. Here are the top challenges agents face daily
by Kuba Jewgieniew Mar 24
10 tips for crafting offers that will stand out in a hot market
At Inman Connect, panelists advised buyer's agents on how to make sure their clients shine with the strongest possible offers
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 26
7 realities your buyers and sellers should prepare for in 2021
The real estate market boomed last year, as people sought more space, amenities and new jobs that required relocation. But what will 2021 look like? Here's what will likely change — or stay the same — this year
by Cara Ameer Jan 19
To keep or remove? Why photos of sold homes still pose a conundrum
A growing number of buyers are demanding the removal of online photos used to market the home they purchased. MLSs and agents are fighting back to keep the pictures intact. Here’s what both sides are saying — plus a few solutions
by Carl Medford Sep 14
9 negotiation roadblocks that can stall your deal
Whether it is posturing, stalling on purpose or issues that must be resolved, delays in the negotiation process can cause a domino effect for all involved
by Cara Ameer Mar 6