Legal experts weigh in on the CFPB and the future of regulation
It is unclear who would enforce RESPA if the Trump administration succeeds in getting rid of the CFPB, which would require an act of Congress, but Cain believes that task may again fall back on HUD. “If the Bureau isn’t there to administer this stuff, someone has to and it might move back to HUD, […]
Worried About AI? Here’s How Real Estate is Changing Faster Than Ever
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3 Non-Traditional Places To Start Recruiting Your Next Team Member
The industry is changing, and your same recruiting tactics may no longer work. Broker Julie Busby offers new ideas for building your team today. Turn up the volume on your real estate success at Inman On Tour: Nashville! Connect with industry trailblazers and top-tier speakers to gain powerful insights, cutting-edge strategies, and invaluable connections. Elevate […]
How to Unclog a Sewer Line: A Homeowner’s Step-by-Step Guide
A clogged sewer line isn’t just an inconvenience—it can lead to backups, foul odors, and costly water damage. The good news? You might be able to fix it yourself. Whether you own a house in Philadelphia or a duplex in Kansas City, there are steps you can take on your own to tackle mild to […]
Will Trump’s funding scrutiny impact reverse mortgage programs?
Final Biden-era reports In one of the final HUD financial reports of the Biden administration, the department’s fiscal year 2024 agency financial report detailed how the programs performed within HUD and the MMI fund. It found that insurance in force has trended higher since 2020, and in 2024 it reached its highest level in the […]
Single-Family Homes Are Dominating Apartments in Rent Growth
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What’s One Thing You Would Tell Yourself As A New Agent? Pulse
Building on Inman’s popular newsletter for first-year agents, The Basics, February is New Agent Month. Pick up the tools, tech and tips needed to survive and thrive in 2025 as a rookie real estate agent. Pulse is a recurring column where we ask for readers’ takes on varying topics in a weekly survey and report […]
8 Winter Garden Ideas For the Colder Months
Who says gardening is just for spring and summer? Winter gardening is where the real magic happens. While the world outside might be covered in snow and ice, your home garden can still be buzzing with life. From the best houseplants for your space to indoor herb gardens that keep the flavor coming, these winter […]
12 Real Estate Thank You Note Templates to Dazzle Your Clients
Real estate thank you notes are an easy, underutilized tool in the real estate world. With so many aspects of our lives and businesses going virtual, a snail mail thank you note is more impactful and memorable than ever before. It adds a personal touch and makes me stand out from all the other agents […]
Why We Regret Buying (So Many) Rental Properties
It’s true—we regret scaling our real estate portfolios. We’ve learned (the hard way) that less is often more, especially in today’s market, where great deals aren’t as easy to find. Want to make sure your quest for more rentals doesn’t derail your investing journey? We’ll share where we went wrong so that YOU don’t make […]