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Glennda Baker and her ‘Diamond Squad’ head to Coldwell Banker

Oct 12, 2023

The Atlanta-based broker is leaving Ansley Real Estate with Christie’s International and taking her team, known as "The Diamond Squad," along with her to Coldwell Banker Realty, Inman has learned exclusively.

Mortgage rates hit 20-year high as demand ‘close to multi-decade’ low

Oct 12, 2023

Homebuyer demand for mortgages inched up slightly last week, as rates climbed to the highest level in more than two decades, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association's weekly survey.

We’re in the middle of a perfect storm. But clearer skies are ahead

Oct 12, 2023

According to Brad Inman, real estate pros are facing a host of game-changing challenges to the status quo all at the same time. How we navigate this moment will be remembered for decades.

Knowledge is power: 4 must-watch virtual sessions at Inman Connect

Oct 12, 2023

Have you started your strategic real estate business planning for 2024? Inman Connect's virtual event, Nov. 1-2, offers two days of streaming knowledge.

Broker Spotlight: Terri Munselle, The Agency Palm Desert

Oct 12, 2023

After a career as a retail home furnishings buyer in LA, find out how Terri Munselle transitioned to country club living and a new career in real estate.

Real humans are better than artificial intelligence

Oct 12, 2023

Although technology has its place, it simply can't compare with the human touch when it comes to marketing and running a real estate business. Broker Teresa Boardman differentiates the skills AI is good at from those that you can do better.

How to find (and harness) your distinct marketing voice

Oct 12, 2023

Knowing who you are and conveying your value with authenticity is an essential part of communicating with potential clients. The Agency's Rainy Hake Austin offers insights and strategies for making your marketing message resonate.

5 tips for nurturing hesitant buyers who can’t quite commit

Oct 12, 2023

Today's real estate market can present an intimidating and emotional challenge to hopeful buyers and sellers. Mauricio Umansky shares strategies for helping educate and reassure them so that they can get their needs met.

How to make your constructive criticism easier to swallow

Oct 12, 2023

Fostering a feedback culture sets the stage for greater collaboration and performance improvement across your organization. Luxury consultant Chris Pollinger offers the strategies you need to make it happen.

More lenders raise their conforming loan limit to $750K

Oct 11, 2023

Following Rocket's lead, UWM and Guaranteed Rate say they'll price mortgages of up to $750,000 as if they're eligible for purchase by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in anticipation of expected 2024 increases.

Flyhomes rebounds with launch of nationwide lender partner channel

Oct 11, 2023

"Buy before you sell" product is the first offering in a phased rollout, with plans to offer a full suite of products, including cash offer services.

Stakes are incalculable for NAR as bombshell commission trial looms

Oct 11, 2023

Next week's long-anticipated Sitzer/Burnett commission trial is only the most immediate threat to real estate's most powerful trade organization as it navigates a series of existential challenges.