Jade Mills advises new agents not to neglect Sunday open houses
The luxury real estate vet spoke with Inman about market trends, tips for newbie agents, how to handle difficult clients and more in advance of her appearance at Luxury Connect in San Diego
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 11
13 tips for turning your summer open house into a marketing event
A great open house is more than a walkthrough; it’s a full-blown marketing event
by Darryl Davis Jul 11
10 summer holidays that make perfect pop-by moments
Looking for fresh ways to connect with clients this summer? Holly Brink shares plug-and-play ideas for thoughtful, fun, low-cost touches that build trust and spark conversation
by Holly Brink Jul 11
Whether it’s a penthouse or a purse, visibility matters: Exclusive
Opinion
Coldwell Banker Realty President and CEO Kamini Lane writes that private property listing claims ignore the basic logic of supply and demand
by Kamini Lane Jul 11
7 interior design hacks every agent should know
Real estate agents don’t have to be interior decorators, broker Annette DeCicco writes, but they should be able to provide design solutions so buyers can choose their own designs
by Annette DeCicco Jul 11
Median US home price hits new record as pending sales drop
The median sale price hit $399,633 as pending sales fell 3.5% annually. Mortgage applications, home touring and Google searches for 'homes for sale' increased, a positive sign for sellers
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 10
How to build a network that supports clients and drives leads
Tune in to Inman Access as Amy Stockberger teaches you to build a vendor network that serves clients and generates leads
by Inman Jul 10
Competing philosophies, exclusive listings and the consumer trust tipping point
Opinion
Chris Kelly, president and CEO of HomeServices of America, asks whether decisions being made today are strengthening or weakening real estate pros' role in the homeownership journey
by Chris Kelly Jul 10
Finding Financial Freedom: Owning your money story is everything
Melanie Klein profiles Compass' Cindy Scholz and her wealth-building journey for those who are just starting out and those who are seeking financial independence
by Melanie Klein Jul 10
7 ways to generate high-intent leads (without paying a dime)
You don’t need to feed the machine to succeed, coach Darryl Davis writes. You just need a smart lead-gen strategy, a service-first mindset and a little hustle
by Darryl Davis Jul 10
What you focus on flourishes: Intentional growth for life
Your energy goes where your attention flows, so what are you feeding? Debra Trappen wraps up her Lead with Fire series with inspiration for the journey ahead
by Debra Trappen Jul 10
7 steps to reset and rebuild when your team loses a rainmaker
If you've designed a business that relies on just one person (even if it's you), Chris Pollinger writes, you need to know what to do if that person is no longer producing at the same level
by Chris Pollinger Jul 10
'It could have been us': Houston Realtor shares flood survival story
Rise Realty Group leader Ricky Gonzalez shares how he and 12 friends survived the Texas Hill Country flash flood, thanks to quick thinking and the bravery of a nearby Kerrville family
by Marian McPherson Jul 9
American Real Estate Association partners with RLTYco
RLTYco CEO Briggs Elwell will join the association's board, and agents who subscribe to RLTYco will also have access to AREA membership through the company's suite of services, Inman learned
Are sellers coming off the sidelines? 'It depends': Pulse
As national numbers suggest an end to the lock-in effect, we asked: How is it playing out in the neighborhoods you serve?
by Inman Jul 9
Difference between Realtor and real estate agent
Opinion
It’s essential for consumers (and agents) to know who’s representing their interests
by Doreen Spagnuolo Jul 9