5 ways to find opportunity during challenging times
Challenging times are not a signal to retreat but an invitation to innovate and explore new avenues, writes The Agency President Rainy Hake Austin. Embrace the learning opportunities they bring.
New-home sales fell in November, but brighter days may lie ahead
Sales of newly built single-family homes fell 12.2 percent between October and November to an annual rate of 590,000, but lower interest rates may bring relief.
Loan subservicer Dovenmuehle Mortgage laying off 212 workers
Illinois-based Dovenmuehle Mortgage, which collects monthly payments from homeowners in all 50 states on behalf of lenders and investors, says it’s cutting HQ staff but not closing down.
Daily Search Forum Recap: December 22, 2023
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today…
An Age-by-Age Guide to Helping Your Kid Get Over Stage Fright
From the preschool holiday program to an oral book report to high school musical auditions, kids are challenged throughout their school careers to perform before an audience. For many, it comes naturally, but others struggle with feelings of anxiety—classically known as stage fright. “Feeling self-conscious is fundamental to the human experience—as a profoundly social species, […]
How to Fix a Room When the Paint Color is All Wrong
When it comes to economical ways to transform a room—or an entire house—you cannot beat paint. If you’re reasonably capable, you can DIY a paint job for a small amount of money and in a relatively short amount of time, and that new color on the walls can have a dramatic effect on a space. […]
If I wanted to make $342,987 in 2024, this is what I’d do
If you truly want to have your best year ever in 2024, writes Jimmy Burgess, develop your plan of action and execute on your plan. Here’s his blueprint for the new year.
NAR must find a way to advocate for marginalized buyers post-Sitzer
According to Realtor Trina Gonzales-Van, additional fees to buyers, especially in marginalized communities, has the potential to create more barriers to homeownership.
AsterKey makes proof-of-funds easier, more secure: Tech Review
AsterKey is a fintech app with real estate applications, the most notable being its ability to produce a secure, verified proof of funds letter while greatly minimizing the risk of exposure or fraud.
DOJ, MLS and more: It’s Inman’s Top 5 stories
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.
Developer accused of marketing in Spanish, closing in English
Colony Ridge, the developer of more than 40,000 lots northeast of Houston, says its clients have no opportunity to get a loan from anyone else and dismisses federal lawsuit as baseless.
Why Selling Your Home to an iBuyer Is Almost Always a Bad Idea
If you own a home, you own an asset. In fact, it’s probably the largest asset you possess, which typically means that if you want to change homes you’ll need to sell your current house. After all, most of your cash is probably locked up in home equity, and your only options for accessing that […]
7 Home Improvement Projects You Can Source From the Dollar Store
No matter how much you love your home, after living in it for a while you’re bound to get a bit bored or dissatisfied with how it looks. But redecorating, renovating, and repairing a home can get pretty expensive. And if you don’t own your home, you’re not going to want to invest a lot […]
Is Choking During Sex Ever Really Safe?
If you’re curious about choking during sex, you’re not alone. A 2020 national probability survey of Americans aged 18 to 60 years found that 21% of women reported having been choked during sex with 20% of men reporting they had choked a partner during sex. With “Choke Me Daddy” memes making the rounds on social […]
The Best Way to Remove Old Wallpaper
Old, outdated wallpaper can be a frustrating challenge to tackle. It takes some doing to get it all off, and if you don’t have the right tools, wallpaper removal can mean endless scraping, shreds of old paper clinging to the walls, and mediocre results in the end. But there is a way to get that […]
