Category: News + Insight
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Dear Buyers, Days On Market Are Facts!
In my newest Inman opinion piece, I argue that days on market and price changes are not optional narratives — they are facts! Buyers rely on these signals to make informed decisions, and the broader market depends on transparency to operate fairly and efficiently. Hiding metrics or pretending a property is somehow “not really on…
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The Line: Consumer Prices Up 2.4% from a Year Ago
While today is Friday the 13th, we promise not to scare you in this edition of The Line. Consumer Prices Up 2.4% From a Year Ago The consumer price index rose 0.3% in February and was 2.4% higher than a year ago. Both these figures matched expectations, so this report is good news. Core CPI, which excludes food and…
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The Two Renovations That Still Matter Most in NYC
Which Renovations Actually Add Value in NYC? Kitchens and Bathrooms Still Lead As the spring market approaches, many homeowners start thinking about renovations that could improve their home’s value before listing. While large-scale projects often require months of planning and construction, understanding which upgrades matter most to buyers can help sellers decide where improvements may…
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Where Manhattan’s Biggest Luxury Contracts Are Happening
Manhattan’s luxury market continues to produce eye-catching transactions even before the spring season officially begins. Recent reports show more than $1 billion in high-end contracts signed in February alone, with several standout buildings and neighborhoods accounting for a large share of that activity. Looking more closely at where these deals are happening offers a useful glimpse…
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How to Scale a Real Estate Portfolio: Turning One Property Into Many
Most investors believe scaling requires more savings. In reality, scaling requires better structure. In Episode 401 of The Build Up podcast, we sat down with multifamily investor Andrew Freed to break down how he turned a single condo into a growing portfolio by recycling capital, leveraging equity, and building systems that scale. Whether you’re new…
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Where Luxury Demand Is Actually Concentrated in NYC Right Now
In a recent episode of Vince Rocco’s Talking New York Real Estate featuring Steven Bailey, Senior Account Manager of Roadway Moving & Storage, we took a closer look at what real movement data reveals about luxury demand in New York City. Rather than relying solely on contracts or closed sales, this analysis examines quote requests…
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Agents Who Master Pricing Master Their Market BHS Miami’s Regional Director of Sales David Deza
I spend a lot of time meeting with agents about how to grow their business. We talk about prospecting, marketing, and building relationships. But the agents who scale the fastest tend to get one thing right: pricing. The South Florida real estate market is widely reported to be in a positive rebalancing phase, creating excellent…
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Discover the Latest Insights from the MORE Network
This week’s lineup captures the industry from every angle—tackling policy shifts, market headwinds, cultural leadership, and the conversations redefining how real estate is practiced at the highest level. From Inman Connect, Bess Freedman sits down with NextHome CEO James Dwiggins for a candid discussion on private listing networks, consolidation, and the post-NAR landscape, while Dylan…
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The Line: Mortgage Rates Fall Below 6% for the First Time in Over Three Years
This week, we celebrate a milestone for mortgage rates, and wonder if anyone’s job is safe from AI. Mortgage Rates Fall Below 6% for the First Time in Over Three Years What a great way to start off this week’s column! According to Freddie Mac, the average 30-year conforming mortgage rate fell to 5.98% this week, its first…
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How to Prepare for a Bidding War in NYC (Agent, Buyer & Seller Guide)
Recent reporting has positioned New York City among the most competitive housing markets heading into 2026, with demand outpacing supply in several key segments. For buyers and sellers alike, that translates to one thing—bidding wars are no longer occasional. They’re becoming routine. But preparation looks very different depending on whether you’re the agent, the buyer,…