18 of the Best ‘Smooth Brain’ TV Shows to Binge Mindlessly

When it comes to streaming television, desperately uncool is the new cool. While the hip crowd is buzzing about the new season of True Detective, most of the biggest streaming shows representing something other than what we typically think of as prestige TV: It’s lawyer shows, police procedurals, and medical dramas all the way down. […]

FIRE, FIRE ANTS, and Other Financial Acronyms You Need to Know

The world of personal finance loves acronyms. I’m guilty of this myself; just last week I asked if you spend money like a DINK or like a HENRY. And let’s be honest—there’s no dignified way to say “DINK.” There’s a dizzying array of shortened terms that refer to financial concepts, from investing strategies, retirement plans, […]

All the Differences Between an HSA and an FSA

Health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are two common types of tax-advantaged accounts that can be used to pay for medical expenses. While they share some similarities, there are important differences between HSAs and FSAs that you should understand when deciding which option may be better for you. What is an HSA? […]

KW settles, Team moves on, NAR video reappears: Inman’s Top 5

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers.

Let TikTok’s favorite debt expert help skyrocket your credit score

Trainer Bernice Ross talks to popular TikTok credit expert Alisa Glutz to find out how you and your clients can optimize the potential of a credit profile for lower interest rates and better scores.

Redfin offers refund in exchange for buyer agency agreement

The new “Sign and Save” program promises homebuyers a refund of 0.25 percent to 0.5 percent for signing a buyer agency agreement.

Luxury prices and cash buyers hit a new high to close out 2023

Strategic migration, low inventory and a demand for larger spaces have also contributed to rising luxury prices, agents told Inman, depending on the specific market.

AI-backed Roofer nails down $7.5M seed round

A roofing technology company called Roofer has landed a $7.5 million seed investment to advance its computer vision-based roof analysis solution.

Rate drop leads to 3rd consecutive month of listing gains

Active and new listings experienced single-digit increases for the third consecutive month in January, according to Realtor.com’s latest market report. The boost in listings also brought buyers out, leading to a four-day decrease in the median days on market.

What TikTok’s ‘Ketchup Challenge’ Actually Says About Your Relationship

At first glance, the viral social media trend known as the “ketchup challenge” may sound like TikTok’s latest household hack, involving cleaning with the common condiment. And while cleaning is (kind of) part of it, the actual aim appears to be secretly testing a romantic partner. Similar to the “orange peel theory,” the ketchup challenge […]

You Need to Actually Double-Check What You’re Agreeing to When Installing Software

Whether you use Windows or macOS (or both), there’s certainly no shortage of top-quality software programs out there for you to install and make use of—and we’ve covered a lot of them. However, in your eagerness to get up and running with a new application, you shouldn’t rush through the setup process. It’s during this […]

Wholesaler Crescent Mortgage closing up shop at end of March

Sixty-five employees are slated to lose jobs when the Atlanta-based lender, licensed in 48 states, ceases operations on March 29, the company confirmed in a WARN Act filing with Georgia officials.

The Best Ways to Remove Set-in Grease and Oil Stains From Your Clothes

Taking care of a grease or oil stain immediately is Laundry 101. Even if you don’t know how to handle every other type of stains and spill, understand that these really can’t wait, and that dish soap will come in handy to deal with them. Unfortunately, these stains can be sneaky, because when the area […]

How to Get ‘Enshrouded’ Running on Steam Deck

Enshrouded is new indie release making waves on Steam, and while it is still in early access, some folks have already logged hundreds of hours playing the survival crafting game. If you have to share a PC with someone, or you just want a chance to play the game while aout and about, you might […]

How to Tell If Clothing Was Made Specifically for a Discount Retailer

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered retailers across the country, increasing numbers of consumers were opting to shop online, rather than making the trip to brick-and-mortar stores. And while that trend has largely continued, according to data from a recent report, two segments of the retail landscape have seen foot traffic return: Thrift shops (which […]