The Inman Handbook on existing-home sales
3 leading economists share what existing-home sales reveal about the market and how to properly use statistics to make client decisions
by Marian McPherson Jun 3
What really matters when valuing a property?
Opinion
Although the terms 'intrinsic' or 'extrinsic' may be unfamiliar to most, understanding what they imply will help explain what makes real estate valuable, not just expensive — and why being able to identify these elements is essential
by Ricardo Wolf Jun 3
5 do's and don'ts of navigating 'the homebody economy'
Navigating the homebody economy is new for all of us, but success will come when you get back to the basics: Offer something people need, meet them where they are, save them time and money, and design with humans at heart
On Clubhouse? 3 vital tips for making it work for your business
Despite all its growth, Clubhouse is still a young app. If you manage to become the go-to destination for discussions about your location or relevant topic, you will likely remain on top for as long as the app is in active use
by Dave Platter Jun 3
How to help new team members close the deal in a hot market
Utilizing these tactics will ensure a seamless experience for both the agent and the clients
by David Parnes AND James Harris Jun 3
Why are so many teams suddenly joining eXp Realty?
Recent months have seen team after team decamping for eXp. The leaders of those teams say they were persuaded by lucrative revenue sharing options and by watching fellow agents switch first
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 3
Worth a steal! 8 email marketing scripts for your repertoire
Are you harnessing the power of personalized email marketing? This week, Jimmy Mackin shares the scripts and templates agents need for prospecting, setting appointments, boosting their credibility, building buzz and more
by Bernice Ross Jun 2
Pulse: What challenges do teams face in the new normal?
The team model has been experiencing growth in recent years, but what are team members struggling to overcome in a post-pandemic 'new normal'? What challenges do teams face now?
by Inman Jun 2
Want to rake in listings? FSBOs hold the key
With inventory starvation, agents need to explore all possibilities to gain more listings — and FSBOs are ripe for the picking. Here is a novel way to get in front of potential (and actual) FSBOs
by Jay Thompson Jun 2
Want the ultimate client experience? Set up these 5 team systems
Opinion
A real estate team can be the ultimate solution to providing consistent 5-star client experiences — if they're run effectively
by Carl Medford Jun 2
Pulse: Readers share the starkest difference in their new normal
From the flexibility to work anywhere and saving valuable time to grappling with a tough seller's market, here are the biggest changes the pandemic forced, according to our readers
by Inman Jun 1
Inman Handbook on taking teams to the next level
Teams are increasingly taking over the real estate industry, redefining what it means to be an agent, a brokerage and a housing professional
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 1
The median Realtor income declined in 2020, new survey says
The record number of homes sold in 2020 didn't necessarily translate into higher wages for most Realtors, with the median gross income falling $6K from the year before
Inman Handbook on pending home sales
Pending sales numbers are one of the most ubiquitous forms of data in real estate. They have their limits, but are also key to making sense of the housing business
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 1
Listing Lessons: How I got a developer $50K more
In this listing story, Anthony West shares how confidence and a strong understanding of the market’s inventory are key to your success as a real estate professional
by Anthony West Jun 1
How technology has shaped multifamily marketing
Even before the pandemic forced everyone to digitally transform, we as an industry had committed to a marketing strategy that was customer- and content-centered. Here's how we've leveraged technology in a way that's most beneficial to potential tenants
by Michael Zaransky Jun 1