Bring out their best: How to get the most out of your real estate team
Opinion
While there are many ways to get the best out of your team, it all comes down to what works best for you. Here, broker and team leader Misty Soldwisch shares her four-step process for success
by Misty Soldwisch May 5
From ballet to real estate: 'Workin' Moms' star joins Engel & Völkers
Since 2016 in-between acting gigs, Realtor Jessalyn Wanlim has affiliated with Engel & Völkers because of the brand's widespread appeal across different cultures
Roe v. Wade has been overturned. What does it mean for real estate?
The decision to overturn Roe v. Wade by a conservative majority in the court is expected to lead to bans in approximately half the states and could potentially lead to new migration trends
by Jim Dalrymple II May 4
Is now a good time to buy a home? Agents confront mortgage riddle
Buyers have watched mortgage rates shoot from 3% to 5% this year alone, and that common refrain — 'Is it really the best time to buy?' — is always top of mind for clients, agents told Inman
by Daniel Houston May 4
Why the two 'bombshell lawsuits' will probably be duds
Opinion
The certification of the class in Sitzer/Burnett v. NAR is only an initial procedural step and there are serious issues with the plaintiff’s complaint. Still, however, the industry needs to proactively address the underlying issues regarding agent compensation
by Bernice Ross May 4
Win or lose, how to manage your client’s expectations
Opinion
The complexity of the current real estate market means that client relationships can sour quickly. That's why it's vital to set appropriate expectations upfront
by Jenny Usaj May 4
5 signs your current brokerage is no longer for you
Opinion
A vibrant culture, unlimited growth opportunities, dynamic leadership, superior support and a sound financial package should all be in place so you can become all you were made to be
by Carl Medford May 4
The worst false promises higher-ups made to readers: Pulse
People aren't always what they seem, and when trying to recruit talent, all sorts of 'guarantees' can come out. That's why we asked: What's the worst false promise a higher up made to you? Here's what you had to say
by Inman May 4
Yes, we can change how commissions are paid
Opinion
Rules can and should be changed starting with the way buyer’s agents are paid. Trying to preserve the system at all costs doesn’t make sense
by Teresa Boardman May 4
Judge halts commission-sharing case alleging inflated buyer costs
Unlike 2 federal cases that claim seller costs are inflated by commission sharing, New Jersey homebuyer's lawsuit argued that buyers are the ones unfairly impacted
Real estate isn't a piece of cake. So why are we selling that lie?
Opinion
If we want to be seen as ethical, honorable, valuable professionals — we need to earn it. Think more accurate messaging, stop the false 'quick and easy' sales pitches, and leave cake to bakeries
5 secrets to stress-free leadership
Opinion
There's a lot we can learn from the ancient stoics in order to have a more fulfilling life. Let these tips lead you to contentment and higher performance
by Chris Pollinger May 3
NAR debuts implicit bias training at midyear conference
Bias Override is a 3-hour course that identifies ways to prevent unconscious bias from influencing behavior. NAR doesn't require fair housing training, but that may change this week
NAR tackles racial wealth gap as midyear conference gets underway
Former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and former Trump adviser Ja'Ron Smith shared how discrimination hurts the economy as NAR unveiled its goal to add 3M Black homeowners by 2030
Watchdog calls for ban on sellers offering buyer agent commissions
In a new report alleging the majority of commissions are nearly identical in 35 US cities, the Consumer Federation of America said offers to buyer agents should be legally prohibited
Family, staff and hours: 7 sacrifices agents are making amid tough times
As they consider the uncertain future ahead, here's what real estate agents are giving up in their professional and personal lives