Buyers take rebound in mortgage rates in stride as lenders tighten

Demand for purchase loans picked up last week as would-be homebuyers took advantage of rates that are still a full percentage point lower than 2023 highs.

The best time for buyers in Manhattan to pounce? Right now

Manhattan has been experiencing a buyers’ marker since the summer of 2022, a new report argues, but the winds are about to shift.

Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Thursday, January 11, 2024

If you’re looking for the Wordle answer for January 11, 2024 read on. We’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solution. Today’s puzzle is medium, maybe slightly on the harder side; I lucked out and got it in two, though. Beware, there are spoilers below for January 11, Wordle #936! Keep scrolling […]

Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Thursday, January 11, 2024

If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Thursday, January 11, 2024, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Along the way, I’ll explain the meanings of the trickier words and we’ll learn how everything fits together. Beware, there are spoilers below for January 11, NYT […]

How Our Deal Broke Down at the Last Minute—And Why I’m Happy About It

Over my 26-year career, I’ve done plenty of good and bad deals. But this one, thankfully, broke down. Why am I so happy about it?

Do You Know the Fundamentals of Zoning Rules? Here’s What You Need to Know

Developers live and die by zoning laws. Every investor should know their local market’s rules. Here’s how you can figure them out.

The Best Movies to Stream on Tubi This Month

Tubi is home to tons of scraggly movies that no one has ever heard of, but that’s not the only kind of cinema you can find on the totally free streaming service. There are also a ton of truly great movies among the turkeys and weirdo flicks. The 20 films below are certified gold, great […]

12 Daily Podcasts to Add to Your Routine

Looking to change your habits for the better in the new year? Sure, you could cut the sugar from your coffee or start walking to work instead of driving. Or you could adopt a new podcast into your daily routine. Here are the best shows dropping a new episode every day, from the informative, to […]

These Are the Best Bluetooth Speakers to Buy in 2024

There are objectively good and bad speakers, but the lines get a little blurrier when you enter Bluetooth territory. In my experience, the Bluetooth variety tend to be much more specialized, designed for specific activities, or made with a relatively narrow audience in mind. The good news is that no matter when and where you […]

Seven Common Household Items You’re Better Off Not Washing With Soap

While there’s no shortage of cleaning products available in any grocery, hardware, or big-box store, much of the time, a solution of warm water and a squirt or two of mild dish detergent is all you need to clean many common household objects. There are, of course, some clear exceptions to this—electronics being the most […]

CES 2024: The Coolest Smart Kitchen Tech We Saw

I test a lot of smart tech and am an avid home cook, so I know the difference between a legitimately useful innovation and a tacked-on gimmick. I don’t want a remote for my icemaker: I want the ice maker to know when I want the ice, what kind of ice, and how much I […]

Six Ways to Extend the Life of Any Vacuum

It can be easy to forget that labor-saving devices used for cleaning—like dishwashers, washers, dryers, and vacuums—need to be cleaned and maintained themselves. Vacuum cleaners, for example, once were—and in some cases, continue to be—a major household investment. But, as materials and manufacturing have evolved over the decades, we’ve gotten to the point where repairing […]

Realtors fear damage to NAR brand beyond repair following Kasper exit

Members already reeling from a series of accusations and leadership changes told Inman Tracy Kasper’s resignation as president after less than five months doesn’t bode well for NAR’s reputation.

Pacaso chooses Paris as its 4th international destination

Pacaso has properties in Mexico, the United Kingdom, Spain and now France, as the second home marketplace has acquired its first property in Paris’ 7th arrondissement, according to a January 10 press release sent to Inman. 

Real estate’s AI boom is behind the curve on lead generation: Triple-I

More than 30 proptech leaders who responded to the Inman Intel Index monthly sentiment survey signaled the areas where they believe artificial intelligence will most change real estate in 2024.