Pulse: Readers share their biggest agent pet peeves
From agents incorrectly (and lazily) filling out contracts to bad communication habits, here are all the pet peeves you've flagged to us this past week
by Inman Jul 20
3 essential summer must-dos for new luxury agents
With a sizzling-hot summer ahead, these tried-and-true strategies will help new luxury agents prepare for a successful selling season
by Santiago Arana Jul 20
'Power buyers' are growing rapidly: Mike DelPrete
Many companies are responding to today's shift in consumer demand by launching their own instant-offer, cash-offer and trade-in programs
by Mike DelPrete Jul 19
Los Angeles team jumps from Compass to rival The Agency
Adam Rosenfeld and his team of 8 agents will join forces with Jon Grauman, who was already at The Agency, to form a new team
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 19
What real estate agents need to know about artificial turf
Synthetic grass is a quick and easy, maintenance-free method to enhance a yard, terrace or rooftop. Agents who are well-educated about its perks can help their clients level up their curb appeal
by Gerard Splendore Jul 19
The problem with stock as a recruiting tool for Compass agents: Mike DelPrete
Opinion
Compass stock is worth less today than it was in 2019, meaning agents who invested into the agent equity program since then have lost money on their investment
by Mike DelPrete Jul 16
What’s happening in today’s luxury real estate market?
Opinion
A luxury real estate broker shares his take on the market, what he's seeing in his neck of the woods, plus how he's pivoting his focus to get more sellers
by Latham Jenkins Jul 16
The Real Word: What the DOJ-NAR battle means for agents
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the DOJ withdrawing its settlement offer to NAR, the first state to ban homebuyer love letters, and a study that shows what the majority of real estate listings are lacking
by Byron Lazine Jul 16
Real (Estate) Talk: 7 essential steps in the anti-racist pro's journey
Opinion
Acknowledgment is a much-needed first step — but it's only the beginning. For people of color to experience a greater sense of equity, inclusion and justice in diversity work, these steps are vital
by Lee Davenport Jul 16
EXp, Kind Lending team up to launch new mortgage platform
The new platform is called SUCCESS Lending and will offer loans to consumers working with eXp Realty agents
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 15
It's a jungle out there: 4 tips for mentally preparing buyers
From coaching buyers on how to best present an offer to instilling trust in the process, mentally preparing buyers on what to expect is one of the most crucial jobs an agent will have throughout a client’s journey
by David Parnes AND James Harris Jul 15
How to build lifelong relationships in real estate
From generating leads to preserving those connections, there's a lot you need to master as an agent. But never fear, dear rookie. Here, Inman contributor Jimmy Burgess will arm you with tips, tricks and time-tested strategies to build those lifetime relationships
by Jimmy Burgess Jul 15
Still not making video? 4 excuses holding you back
Although personal videos are easy and cheap to create, a lot of agents still shy away from them. Here are a few excuses you might be using to avoid the camera and what you can do to overcome them
by Kris Lindahl Jul 15
When information is readily available, what's an agent's value?
In today's information era, you should stop trying to compete with Google, and instead, showcase your experiential knowledge, principles and competency. That's what will truly set you apart
by Kathleen Black Jul 15
Here's one simple thing new agents can do to avoid trouble
Opinion
Know where the line is between excellent customer service and getting into areas that are beyond the scope of a real estate agent. Here's why
by Teresa Boardman Jul 15