Happy Grasshopper adds 124th hgRECRUITS brokerage partner
Houston-based ERA Legacy Living is the latest brokerage to join real estate communication platform Happy Grasshopper. Legacy Living will use HG's data-powered recruiting platform
by Marian McPherson Jun 27
8 ways you can help advocate for LGBTQ+ people in your office
Opinion
As agents head into one of the most challenging political environments in our history, they need management who has their best interests at heart.  Many in the real estate industry are poorly prepared to hire, employ and handle the customer service needs of the LGBTQ+ community
by Rachael Hite Jun 27
What your LGBTQ clients would like you to know about their real estate needs
Opinion
Here are a few tips for working with LGBTQ+ clients from the community
by Julie Nelson Jun 27
Marriage equality lead plaintiff, Realtor Jim Obergefell on LGBTQ+ advocacy today
Opinion
The civil rights icon talks to Inman about housing, advocacy and why a safe place to live is critical for LGBTQ+ people of all ages, especially now
by Christy Murdock Jun 27
10 accounts agents need to optimize their business and personal cash flows
Opinion
Apply the principles of the envelope or bucket method to both banking and investment accounts to make your money work as hard as you do
Top-producing Florida mega team leaves BHHS for Compass
The Riley Smith Group officially brought its 30-agent team to Compass on June 24. The move was a natural progression as the team looked to further evolve, Riley Smith said in a statement
by Ben Verde Jun 24
Why real estate offers the biggest opportunity to new tech companies
Opinion
The real estate industry is ripe for innovation. As agents continue to struggle to solve big and small problems, new tech is always welcome
by Georg Chmiel Jun 24
Keller Williams' chief growth officer abruptly resigns after 3 months
Tony Rogers, who served as chief growth officer following 17 years as CMO of Walmart, has resigned from kwx. His departure comes less than a month after CEO Carl Liebert's exit
by Marian McPherson Jun 24
Going beyond Pride: Practical ways to be an ally all year long
Opinion
Pride is not just a once of year celebration, it should be recognized year-round. Read on as one agent shares their personal story of hope and the courage to speak up for better
by Nicholas Acosta Jun 24
Want to know a property’s true value? Think digital
Opinion
Technology-driven floor plans are a tool for helping depict the true value of a home and ultimately driving more well-informed financial decisions for buyers and sellers alike
by Kenon Chen Jun 24
5 things to know before choosing a geographic farm
Opinion
You have to be committed and consistent for it to work and that means becoming a know-it-all before you even start marketing. Here’s what you should know before choosing a geo farm
by Jimmy Burgess Jun 24
Fannie Mae's latest forecast is a shocker: The Real Word
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss Fannie Mae's new prediction for existing-home sales, summer marketing and the Marketeer
by Byron Lazine Jun 24
Uncertainty in real estate is inevitable. Use these tips to keep pushing ahead
Opinion
Drown out the noise and remain focused on service and networking. If you do, periods of uncertainty can become less of a roadblock and more of an opportunity
by Christine Carr Jun 24
Brown Harris Stevens appoints property management director
The New York City-based brokerage has named Richard Horovitz as its residential property management division's senior vice president and director of residential property management
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 23
Broker Spotlight: Sarah Ellis, Corcoran Classic Living
Opinion
This week the Spotlight shines on Sarah Ellis, an Athens, Georgia real estate broker focused on service and sincerity
by Dani Vanderboegh Jun 23
What these eerie parallels to the past 4 real estate market crashes may foreshadow
Opinion
Looking at the history of the last four market downturns indicates turbulent times may be ahead. The best agents and brokers will start preparing now
by Bernice Ross Jun 23