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As we all gear up to welcome 2024, Inman Connect New York is excited to offer you the opportunity to gain new insights, build new connections, and learn new skills that will help you set a new vision and plan for the year ahead.

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Building a $1 Million Net Worth in Only 3 Years by Investing in Real Estate

Most people know that investing in real estate is one of the best ways to reach financial independence, but very few ever take action. Once today’s guest discovered the potential […]

Real Estate Gone Wrong: The House Flip That Fell Over (-$380K)

One real estate investing mistake cost house flipper James Dainard $380,000. This mistake was so bad that, in the long run, it may have cost him up to three-quarters of […]

‘Trying to save my life:’ San Diego broker shares ovarian cancer fight

An ovarian cancer diagnosis turned TriSon RoeCo Investments owner Danielle Thompson’s life upside down in February. She shares her struggle to get properly diagnosed, keep her business afloat and reach remission holistically.

Merger of Lower and Thrive would give Veritex 12.5% ownership stake

Parent company of Veritex Community Bank, which paid $54.9 million to acquire a 49 percent interest in Thrive in 2021, expects a $25 million to $30 million loss if the deal closes.

Closing escrow: Rebate-based Prevu lands $6M Series A

Alternative brokerage model Prevu secured $6 million in a Series A round of funding to continue providing its “Carvana-like,” technology-first brokerage service.

Texas homesellers file new commission suit as cases pile up

The new suit is the second in Texas since the Sitzer | Burnett verdict, and is one of a growing number of antitrust cases challenging the way agents get paid.

CoStar acquires popular UK real estate portal

The acquisition of OnTheMarket, a major portal in the U.K., comes as CoStar continues to push further and further into the residential space.

Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Friday, December 15, 2023

If you’re looking for the Wordle answer for December 15, 2023, read on. We’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solution. Today’s puzzle is medium difficulty; I took five guesses but only because I made a dumb mistake. Beware, there are spoilers below for December 15, Wordle #909! Keep scrolling if you […]

This AI Tax Assistant Actually Seems Pretty Useful

The promise of AI chatbots lies in their seemingly infinite wisdom and asking them any question you can think of—plus the simpler stuff, like writing a thank-you note, crafting a cover letter, or even having a spoken conversation. However, there are limitations. I’ve previously turned to ChatGPT to test out its personal finance expertise, only […]

The Best Places to Rent Tools and Equipment (and What It Will Cost)

When home improvement projects require tools or equipment that even avid DIYers don’t have in their well-stocked garages, basements, or sheds, renting the items you need might be the best option—or at least one to consider. If you’re new to tool rental and are unsure where to start, here are some expert insights into where […]

Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Friday, December 15, 2023

An easy one today! If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Friday, December 15, 2023, 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 […]

What to Do If Your Car Is Overheating, According to Mechanics

When someone has car trouble on TV or in a movie, the scene typically shows the character pulled over on the side of the road, standing in front of their vehicle’s open hood, watching smoke billow out. Regardless what viewers know about cars, that dramatic visual suggests that the car has overheated. But just because […]

Epic’s Got a Great Sale on ‘Alan Wake 2,’ One of the Best Games of the Year

With the likes of Starfield, Diablo IV, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, among others, 2023 been a very good year for video game releases. With so many games to choose from, it would be understandable if Alan Wake 2 flew under your radar. But if it did, I have good news […]