What's standing in the way of a national MLS? A lack of teamwork
Thad Wong, the CEO of @properties, revealed the big roadblock to a national broker-agnostic search platform during an Inman Connect Now session Thursday
by Patrick Kearns Dec 17
Handshake over computers
After announcing a merger with Benchmark Realty last week, URE says it has also merged with the largest residential brokerage in Georgia, Virtual Properties Realty
by Andrea V. Brambila Dec 17
Looking forward to 2021? 3 opportunities teams have
Though no one knows what 2021 will bring, it's important to create something to look forward to. By aligning your team with opportunities and visualizing where you're going in the future, you'll be able to move forward with confidence
by Kathleen Black Dec 17
Real (Estate) Talk: New challenge for a new year
As we leave behind a turbulent 2020, agents have an opportunity to continue to show courage at an individual level. Here's how to join the new year's challenge to be defenders of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion
by Lee Davenport Dec 17
The lessons this broker learned and is taking into the new year
Opinion
A lot of changes took place in 2020, and many of us will likely reflect on them for years to come. Here are one broker's observations — the things she'll leave behind and the lessons she'll take with her into the new year
by Teresa Boardman Dec 17
4 telltale signs an agent is planning to exit your brokerage
Opinion
Here are a few behavioral changes that indicate an agent is planning to make a switch
by Erica Ramus Dec 17
Pulse: What was the biggest real estate news of 2020?
This week, we're starting a conversation on the most significant headlines we've seen in our industry this year. Of all the events that took place in 2020, what got you thinking?
by Inman Dec 16
5 challenges indies will meet head-on in 2021
The real estate landscape has shifted over the years. Today, independent brokerages need to have a clear view of those changes and use their strengths to pivot and meet them. Here's how they can thrive in 2021
by Andrew Bearden Dec 16
3 top-notch marketing courses to elevate your digital game
With these 3 courses available online and on demand, you can take your digital marketing game to the next level in 2021 — without giving up valuable time and resources
by Victoria Kennedy Dec 15
Pulse: Readers share the accomplishments they're proud of this year
It's been quite a chaotic year, and now that we're approaching the end of it, it's time to look back and acknowledge the major wins you accomplished
by Inman Dec 15
Can Compass deliver in 2021? Here are 5 things to watch
The company needs to navigate a successful public offering all while retaining agents and delivering on its tech promises
by Patrick Kearns Dec 15
Former MLB pitcher steps up to the plate at Engel & Völkers
Jim Bruske, a former New York Yankees pitcher and 1998 World Series champion, will bring 19 years of real estate experience to Engel & Völkers Gestalt Group in Arizona
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 14
The Inman Handbook on digital advertising with Adwerx
Is 2021 the year you make digital advertising a part of your success? Here's everything and more you need to know about Adwerx, one of the industry's longest-standing platforms for web and streaming media display advertising
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 14
The no-brainer investment all agents should make in 2021
Agents are the conductors of real estate. They must keep everyone involved informed and protected. However, to function as valuable problem-solvers, agents need to invest in themselves with continual learning. Here are the benefits of doing that
by Moira Taylor AND Raynae Taylor Dec 13