Tales from the field: Focus on the warm calls
One broker shares a powerful way agents can approach calls while showing they care and subtly establishing themselves as trusted real estate professionals
by Lee Davenport Nov 7
Earnings round up: Q3 was the real estate industry's comeback quarter
The scorching housing market lifted the nation's largest real estate companies out of their second quarter slumps, according to Q3 earnings calls this week and last week
by Patrick Kearns Nov 6
RE/MAX CEO reveals his company's mergers and acquisition strategy
Adam Contos said during an earnings call Friday that his company's third-quarter acquisitions enhance RE/MAX's value proposition and provide new revenue streams
by Patrick Kearns Nov 6
The state of luxury real estate around the world
Inman touched base with luxury agents in Canada, South Africa, Hong Kong and beyond to learn more about what business is like in these unusual times
How to integrate traditional security with smart systems
This week, Nate Clark, founder and CEO of Konnected, shares tips on integrating existing wired home security sensors into an upgraded, smart-home ecosystem
by Brandon Doyle Nov 6
RE/MAX still bouncing back from Q2 with 0.7% revenue decline
RE/MAX 's Q3 2020 total revenue declined 0.7% annually to $71.1M as the company bounces back from a decline in dues and franchise fees
by Marian McPherson Nov 5
5 key ways indie brokers can be competitive in recruiting agents
In order to compete with big franchise names when recruiting, independent brokers must stand out from the pack — here's how
Redfin reports strong earnings, surging demand for housing
The online brokerage raked in $237M in revenue during the third quarter of this year, beating analyst expectations
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 5
Keller Williams sets company records as housing market blazes
According to third-quarter earnings released Thursday, the company outpaced industry averages in transaction and sales volume increases, KW President Josh Team said
by Patrick Kearns Nov 5
Get your networking on! 4 tips for connecting in the age of COVID-19
Networking isn't about meeting someone on LinkedIn, having a good discussion, and promising to follow up at a later date and time. It goes far beyond that, especially today. Here are a few timely tips
by Anna Johansson Nov 5
Coldwell Banker CEO: The hot market will continue into 2021
M. Ryan Gorman told Inman that as the pandemic drags on, Americans will keep moving to homes that better fit their needs
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 5
Why Realtors should be fair housing ambassadors
Opinion
Realtors have a unique opportunity to become fair housing ambassadors who take the lead and promote fair housing in their communities and the industry at large
by Teresa Boardman Nov 5
Compass offers agents new solution for digital ad campaigns
The brokerage founded primarily on offering agents new technological advantages adds digital advertising to its suite of Marketing Center solutions
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 4
5 ways to harness PR and stand out in today's market
PR is a vital component of achieving success in today’s cutthroat market. Here's how to push your business forward and reach the right clients by being strategic and working with PR pros
by Durée Ross Nov 4
Pulse: What's the biggest challenge indies face in 2021?
This week, we're asking you, our readers, about the obstacles you're expecting to run into next year as an independent broker. How are you preparing for them?
by Inman Nov 4
How to heal our communities by giving back
When creating 2021 business plans, agents should think about ways to truly help their communities while gaining daily exposure at the same time. Here are a few ideas to consider
by Bernice Ross Nov 4