Our top takeaways from January's Inman Connect
Inman Ambassadors reveal their biggest 'a-ha' moments from our 3-day virtual event
by Laura Monroe Feb 4
Super Bowl act The Weeknd still trying to sell LA mansion for $22M
The entertainer, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, originally listed the property in June 2020 for $25M, but dropped the price by $3M in December
Stay the course: How to help agents hit their new year goals
It's one thing to set goals, but those goals are pointless if they're forgotten by Q2. However, there are easy ways to help your agents keep their eyes on the prize
by Troy Palmquist Feb 4
Should agents offer reduced commission rates? It's complicated
Opinion
Despite the fact that commission rates are how you make a living, there are certain clients who will ask for a discount, while other clients might warrant a reduced rate. Here, we break down the pros and cons of offering a reduced rate
by Luke Babich Feb 4
5 secrets to building a team brand your clients will trust
Building a well-established brand is what keeps leads flowing and customer retention high. Here are the five people-focused factors to work on so you can build trust and loyalty
by Kathleen Black Feb 4
4 negotiating tips for buyers looking for condos
While single-family homes are experiencing hyper-competition, today’s condo market might be more favorable to buyers. Here are a few negotiation tips agents should know to maximize their clients' purchase
by Jenny Usaj Feb 4
How to cut through the noise in real estate right now
Real estate professions take in a deluge of information every day, and it can be a lot to contend with when you're just trying to build your business and serve your clients. Here's how to focus on what's important
Put 'thank you' in action! 4 ways to show agents your gratitude
Try adjusting it to show appreciation more often, and see what a difference it makes in your office and your agents' happiness
by Erica Ramus Feb 4
5 telltale signs it's time to find a better brokerage for your team
Opinion
Moving your team is a much bigger deal than most realize. Planning is essential to keep your team's growth momentum during the transition
by Chris Pollinger Feb 4
Ticktock! 8 time-wasters agents should avoid
Opinion
Here’s a look at some of the biggest time-sucks real estate agents are up against in today’s world in hopes that you don't fall into these traps
by Jay Thompson Feb 3
Upgrade your business: 8 areas every agent should invest in
At its core, real estate is a sales job, but staying relevant requires many skills, like marketing, creativity, technological innovation and more. To step up your game and elevate your business, here's where you need to invest time and money
by Marco Del Zotto Feb 3
Pulse: What’s the worst piece of advice you’ve ever received?
This week, we want you to tell us about those times you were steered in the wrong direction. What happened, and what did you learn from that misguided recommendation?
by Inman Feb 3
5 simple (but effective) tips for stepping up your game
Developing confidence in your abilities and high-level knowledge of your marketplace will turn you into the sort of professional most clients seek out. Here are a few habits to adopt
by Anthony West Feb 3
12 ways to generate listings in a low-inventory market
Here are a few ways real estate agents can proactively persuade potential homesellers to put their properties on the market now
by Bernice Ross Feb 3
Tomer Fridman says goodbye to Compass, hello to Hilton & Hyland
The luxury broker known for his star-studded clients, including the Kardashians, has moved his 11-person team from Compass to Beverly Hills-based Hilton & Hyland
Pulse: How our readers feed their hunger for knowledge
This week, our readers share the many ways they stay up to date and informed. From podcasts to books, here's how you broaden your mental horizons as agents today
by Inman Feb 2