Strong operations staff is key to a successful team
Building a team isn't just about agents. A strong support staff can also held win "stickier business," according to industry insiders
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 24
Opendoor and Zillow now use agents in similar ways
The business models of the two iBuyers have more in common than one might think, an interview at Inman Connect Las Vegas revealed
by Teke Wiggin Jul 24
Here's how this 9-person team closed 600 transactions
At Inman Connect Las Vegas, the Laurie Finkelstein Reader Real Estate Team shared how they help team members close a ton of transactions
by Patrick Kearns Jul 24
Why agents need to become relevant after the transaction
In an industry focused on creating a more streamlined transaction, the power of the agent needs to be realized after the transaction too, panelist at Inman Connect say
by Patrick Kearns Jul 24
11 lessons real estate pros can learn from 'Molly's Game'
Molly Bloom, the inspiration behind the movie ‘Molly’s Game’ shares her story of the rise and fall of the world's most exclusive high-stakes poker game, and how agents can apply her hard-won insights
by Dani Vanderboegh Jul 24
Millennials are the worst clients, according to agent poll
A Redfin survey also shows that agent attrition is going up, and that many agents have to supplement their income with other work
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 24
Dolly Lenz: Do not underestimate first-time homebuyers
The founder of Dolly Lenz Real Estate told Inman Connect attendees that new development and rising employment is leading to activity in unexpected places
Ready to start a team? Answer these 3 questions first
Starting a team requires a mindset shift from being a business operator to a business owner
by Chris Pollinger Jul 24
Brad Inman: A consumer manifesto for real estate
'An industry that used to manage the consumer will be managed by the consumer — and that’s good,' Inman said during ICLV interview with Warburg Realty's Clelia Peters
by Inman Jul 24
Woman sues agent after plunging through floor during property tour
Louise Nicole Graves was viewing a property for sale when part of the floor collapsed underneath her
Why there's no magic pill for lead generation
Agents need to constantly evaluate what forms of prospecting are most efficient when pursuing leads
by Cara Ameer Jul 24
Cardboard staging furniture: Can faux furnishings lead to real sales?
Cardboard furniture fitted with slipcovers and photo-realistic prints might be a great solution for agents charged with selling urban studios or filling extra rooms
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 24
Did Realogy just create a new industry standard for closing gifts?
Industry leaders weigh-in on the Realogy and Amazon partnership at Inman Connect Las Vegas
by Patrick Kearns Jul 23
Zillow’s president: Still room for brokerages in ‘more joyful’ vision
Greg Schwartz, Zillow’s president, was pressed onstage at CEO Connect about where brokerages’ place is in the company’s future
by Inman Jul 23
C-suite to real estate agents: We aren't doing enough to help you
CEO Connect panelists agreed that brokerages and industry associations can do more to help agents learn financial skills that aren’t often taught in the workplace
by Inman Jul 23
HouseCanary CEO: 70% of all transactions will be automated
Douglas Elliman President Scott Durkin pushed back and slammed HouseCanary for 'wanting a piece of our commission'
by Patrick Kearns Jul 23