Systemic change happens within: 4 ways to do your part
With a laser focus on equity — not just in property but in people — Realtors can support a multicultural and multigenerational real estate industry. Here's how
'Dear 18-year-old me:' 5 pieces of advice I'd give to new agents
A lot has changed since Jasen Edwards first earned his real estate license — but a lot hasn't. Here are a few lessons that matter most in real estate today and into the future
by Jasen Edwards Nov 2
Thinking of going indie? 9 critical points to consider
Opinion
Here's what you must consider to protect yourself, provide the highest possible level of client care and effectively compete with larger players
by Carl Medford Nov 2
Ready, set, go! It's Indie Broker Month at Inman
All month long, we'll be looking at how to navigate independent real estate brokerages amid market changes, disruption and other industry shifts
by Inman Nov 1
3 superpowers indie brokerages have in 2020
Opinion
After merging with a national brokerage, I realized there were things about the boutique lifestyle that I’d never find in a national brand. Here are the major benefits of indie brokerages
by Andrew Fortune Nov 1
Amid discrimination lawsuit, agents criticize Redfin pricing policies
Fair housing advocates sued Redfin this week over allegations of racial discrimination. On Friday, agents told Inman the online brokerage should be working harder to fix the problem. 'The business model ends where people’s housing rights begin,' one said
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 30
Inman Handbook on luxury marketing
What do top luxury agents know about marketing — both themselves and their properties — that can help you move to the next professional level?
by Christy Murdock Oct 30
Side continues C-suite expansion with new chief operating officer
Side, a San-Francisco based real estate brokerage that partners with top-producing agents, teams and brokers to handle back-end operations, has enlisted Elizabeth Tse as its chief operating officer
Smart home tech: The best Alexa-compatible smart devices
If you're building an Amazon-based smart home, listen up. This week's video covers smart doorbell, bulbs, thermostat, switches and everything else that pairs perfectly with Alexa
by Brandon Doyle Oct 30
The Real Word: Did a chabot just replace an agent?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss a buyer who purchased a home with a robot, odd seller contingencies, and a ski-in, ski-out VRBO cabin
by Byron Lazine Oct 30
Redfin accused of price policies that favor white neighborhoods: Lawsuit
A new suit argues the online brokerage disproportionally serves white neighborhoods. CEO Glenn Kelman countered that Redfin hasn't pushed into lower income areas because it needs to pay agents a living wage
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 29
Realogy's CEO reveals why he thinks the hot market will continue in 2021
Yes, people really are leaving the city for the suburbs, Ryan Schneider said on his company's third-quarter earnings call Thursday
by Patrick Kearns Oct 29
Realogy's stock soars to 8-month high following earnings
Shares of the nation's largest real estate holding company climbed above $12 for the first time since the pandemic hit the US
by Patrick Kearns Oct 29