Opinion
Armed with the latest research, Rachael Hite talks with Glennda Baker about choosing sobriety in an industry that is always ready to party and why drinking is so harmful for women
by Rachael Hite Jan 5
Opinion
More than 80% of real estate agents work for small brokerages with fewer than 25 agents, and the average is 7, Brad Inman writes. But their might was on full display in 2023
by Brad Inman Jan 4
Opinion
Transparency and communication are more important than ever before. Darryl Davis offers essential talking points for your next commission conversation with sellers
by Darryl Davis Jan 4
Opinion
In the wake of potentially massive lawsuits and a maelstrom of mismanagement at the top of NAR, real estate's tech innovators have an opportunity to win back consumers on behalf of agents
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 3
Opinion
Instead of just looking ahead to 2024, writes author and trainer Bernice Ross, look back at the lessons you've learned and the challenges you've faced in 2023 and apply them to your planning
by Bernice Ross Dec 29
Opinion
AI fueled the biggest trends in proptech this year, but so did efforts to put the consumer first, tech critic Craig Rowe writes. Check out the dozens of products that received his highest praise in 2023
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 28
Opinion
According to coach Darryl Davis, although its intentions were good, the unintended consequences of the Clear Cooperation Policy may make it more trouble than it's worth
by Darryl Davis Dec 27
Opinion
Perisphere uses an onboard computer vision solution and 0% commission model to help consumers self-direct transactions, using consumer sentiment against agents to sell the tool
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 26
Opinion
According to founder and CEO of 1 Percent Lists, Grant Clayton, it's time for the real estate industry to stop arguing about what's best for agents and start asking what's best for clients
by Grant Clayton Dec 26
Opinion
Join the conversation about the future of the MLS at Inman Connect New York in January, where we’ll be discussing this manifesto, and much more
by Brad Inman Dec 18
Opinion
Forget Cross pens and Starbucks gift cards. According to mega-team leader Carl Medford, here's what's really on the wishlist of every real estate pro right now
by Carl Medford Dec 18
Opinion
Ready for cheesy lines and beautiful scenery? Join some charming characters on their real estate journey to find true love for the holidays
by Jessi Healey Dec 15
Opinion
Despite unprecedented challenges, and the predictions of naysayers, the residential real estate market showed surprising strength in 2023, according to industry analyst Michael Gifford
by Michael Gifford Dec 15
Opinion
According to DEI expert Nora Crosthwaite, we have more questions than answers when it comes to the future of homeownership for underserved communities, and that's unfair to consumers
by Nora Crosthwaite Dec 8
Opinion
Charlie Munger, legendary philanthropist and business partner to Warren Buffett, died Nov. 28 at the age of 99. Inman founder Brad Inman recalls a consequential meal with the venerable investor
by Brad Inman Dec 6
Opinion
Rachael Hite offers a perspective on the commission negotiation conversation that we can't afford to overlook. Women must advocate for better pay because their futures depend on it
by Rachael Hite Dec 6
Opinion
Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner offers his 2024 forecast for interest rates, home values and the potential for a housing market recovery
by Matthew Gardner Dec 5
Opinion
Agents industrywide are tempted to give NAR the cold shoulder, but coach Darryl Davis says that is not the solution to fix the major problems at hand
by Darryl Davis Dec 2
Opinion
Understanding the current state of work culture could save stress and retention woes, writes Rachael Hite. Here are a few ideas on how brokers can make work more enjoyable in 2024
by Rachael Hite Dec 1
Opinion
Darryl Davis shares some of the hard-won lessons of the world's most successful and resilient businesses. Put them to work in your professional life to meet the current moment
by Darryl Davis Dec 1