Do charitable connections help agents sell homes?
A seasoned agent believes her office’s involvement with a well-known charity has no impact on a customer’s decision to hire her or not. Can her broker show her the value of this relationship?
by Anthony Askowitz Jan 19
9 ways to help buyers compete in an all-cash world
There isn't a one-size-fits-all approach to helping buyers compete in an all-cash world, but these tactics and strategies will help
by Cara Ameer Jan 19
Jessica LaMar was 1 of the 10,000s of Americans to launch a real estate career in 2021. Here's her story
Sacramento-based agent Jessica LaMar shares her winding journey from Lululemon manager to rockstar rookie in the midst of a pandemic — and what she's learned about herself in the process
by Marian McPherson Jan 19
32 success strategies top female leaders want you to have (Part 2)
Top women in real estate outline important trends you need to know — plus how to use several different tech tools to maximize your success this year
by Bernice Ross Jan 19
Be the solution, not the problem: 3 things agents should do daily
As tempting as it can be to sit back on your laurels, shrug your shoulders, and say, 'Oh, what can you do?' to the common challenges most real estate professionals face, now is the time to bring solutions to the table, not problems
by Victoria Kennedy Jan 19
JPAR names Mark Johnson as its new president
The company closed more than 26,000 total transactions in 2021, according to the news release. That's up from 19,787 in 2020 and 12,575 in 2019.
by Taylor Anderson Jan 18
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s most challenging struggle was housing
As real estate pros, it is vital that we understand the historical context and the lasting implication of "location, location, location," especially if it is wielded to exclude, devalue or separate
by Lee Davenport Jan 17
What's her secret? 32 tips from top leaders (Part 1)
Your success in 2022 starts with you — your self-care and authenticity, your focus on what matters most to your clients and your service to your community. Here, top female leaders share their best tips on cultivating a successful and personally rewarding year
by Bernice Ross Jan 17
11 things you won't learn in a real estate licensing course
Here's the skinny on the critical info new agents need that they’ll never tell you in licensing class
by Teresa Boardman Jan 17
Edina Realty expands to South Dakota with Hegg acquisition
HomeServices of America subsidiary Edina Realty has acquired Hegg Realtors, the largest brokerage in South Dakota by sales volume. Hegg's 200 agents will keep their local brand
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 14
News Quiz: Do you know the biggest stories for the week of Jan. 9?
RE/MAX, Ryan Serhant and Keller Williams made headlines this week. Test your knowledge of the week's biggest real estate stories to determine if you're up to date on the biggest industry news
by Inman Jan 14
How the industry still struggles to treat everyone's money fairly: Real (Estate) Talk
Opinion
As we approach MLK Day 2022, it's time to explore the ways the housing industry struggles with both consumers and agents being superficially and unfairly judged by their skin color and race — as well as remedies in the works
by Lee Davenport Jan 14
22 must-have real estate tech tools for agents in 2022
Opinion
Here are 22 tech tools that Jimmy Burgess’ business uses, plus what he considers the greatest real estate tech tool of all time
by Jimmy Burgess Jan 14