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Revive software helps agents, sellers and contractors determine a budget and manage small presale home renovation projects. Inman’s tech expert Craig Rowe offers pros and cons.

Mobile apps can be game-changers, making your business finances streamlined, organized and even a little fun. Millions Dollar Listing LA stars James Harris and David Parnes share their favorite apps for handling both your personal and business finances.

Generating listings in today’s competitive market can be done — as long as you have the marketing savvy and tech tools to help you. Author, coach and ICNY speaker Bernice Ross spells out some top options to consider for your business.

From basic photography to virtual tours and even drone shots, Bernice Ross looks at what the latest research tells us about buyers and how agents can get the most out of their marketing visuals.

Standing out from the huge crowd of agents trying to get sellers’ business is no joke, say Million Dollar Listing LA’s James Harris and David Parnes. Here is the duo’s list of smart listing marketing ideas that will show your sellers you mean business when it comes to getting their listing the exposure needed for a successful sale.

Moving from the role of independent agent to that of a team leader requires a different skill set. Taking the time to take a course on leadership can provide the background needed to lead your team in the best way possible.

Improving the look and lighting in a home doesn’t have to be complicated. Brandon Doyle sheds light on innovative uses for smart shades — tech-savvy solutions that homeowners can leverage.

Staying in touch with your sphere of influence is the foundation of building and maintaining your business, says coach Darryl Davis. Here are a few authentic scripts for more effective follow-up.

Creating an incredible experience for your agents takes thought and creativity. According to Mauricio Umansky, founder and CEO of The Agency, it starts with making them feel valued, connected and heard.

Luxury Portfolio International surveyed more than 4,600 high-income and high-net-worth individuals across more than 20 countries to find out what luxury buyers want now.

Honesty, transparency and responsibility are key to avoiding legal and ethical missteps. Luke Babich offers timeless advice for how to stay on the right path.

No cash? Don’t fret. There are plenty of ways to establish yourself as a new agent and make connections without spending a lot. Coach Darryl Davis shares his top ideas.

Technology is at its most useful when it is solving problems and making experiences more user-friendly — a rule that applies to real estate tech.

In 2021, the typical American homeowner stayed in his or her home for 13.2 years, in part due to the ongoing inventory shortage, according to data released Wednesday by Redfin.

Dr. Lisa Sturtevant will help Bright with “critical business decisions around the company’s data assets” such as evaluating products and partnerships.

Real estate developer Nile Niami makes a last-minute pitch to create digital currency before the 105,000-square-foot property goes to auction next month.

Delay on opening bids until Feb. 28 comes as developer Nile Niami makes a last-minute pitch to turn the 105,000-square-foot pad into a digital currency asset.

Agents remain optimistic two years into the pandemic as the market waits to see who breaks first: buyers or sellers. Buyers, meanwhile, continue to pay record prices. Will the surge continue?

Convenience and COVID reintroduced customizable barcode technology. WEST’s Sam Trimble explains how to make the most of scannable QR codes.

A 2021 survey showed that 1 in 3 real estate transactions were targeted by cybercriminals. Real estate agents can no longer afford to ignore the threat or meet it with a one-line warning at the bottom of their email signature, says Rich Hopen.

Many agents are struggling with finding listings for their buyers. Team leader Tom Toole offers scripts and strategies to find additional inventory in any market.

Title and escrow software-as-a-service provider’s tech platform, Flueid Decision, can now detect solar panels and liens.

No need to fear and loathe the stress in your life. It’s time to press the brakes, get off the roller coaster, sit on the sidelines and work on strategies to reduce the stress in your workday. Coach Darryl Davis offers ways to reenergize and empower yourself to achieve more with less stress.

Help clients sell on the open market and, if eligible, work with a Power Buyer to buy their next home before selling their current property.

There are smart ways to overcome a cash offer for that apartment, condo or co-op your buyer really wants. NYC’s Confidence Stimpson outlines how to go about making your buyer’s offer more competitive.

Innovations in technology have already changed buyer behavior over the years. Carl Medford looks at how driverless vehicles may (or may not) continue the shift.

Once valued at $500 million, the property in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Bel Air was auctioned off to pay hundreds of millions in debt accrued during the decade it took to build.

PIUS CEO tells Inman the company is operating “on a smaller scale,” but a former REX agent insists those operations no longer include handling real estate transactions.

In today’s fast-paced real estate landscape, it’s essential to assess if your current business structure is helping you thrive. “Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles” and luxury real estate duo James Harris and David Parnes share how to figure out if a team is for you and when it’s the right time to make a move.

Company is hiring staffers in China for a “revolutionary” real estate venture focused on improving the search for long-term rentals.

It’s time for the mortgage lending industry to move to an AVM-based appraisal model, says real estate coach Bernice Ross. There is too much room for error, especially in today’s super-fast-paced market.

Startup offers tenant placement services at a lower price, plans to roll out full suite of tech to make renting better for all parties.

Millennials make up the next generation of high-net-worth buyers, and spend 21.6 percent of their income on housing. The Agency’s Mauricio Umansky looks at what makes them tick — and what they’re looking for in an agent.

The company’s expansions come on the heels of its second straight profitable quarter.

The relationship between Arizona-based Offerpad and Taylor Morrison Home Corp. will help homeowners secure a new home before moving, executives told Inman Thursday.

Stocks slid for major iBuyers and tech companies on Wednesday, continuing a tough year on Wall Street for Offerpad.

A negative review isn’t the end of the world. Simply put, deal with it. Jay Thompson explains how to make the best of a bad review.

Now is the time to envision your best self, ideal life and thriving business. Rainy Hake Austin offers insights on how to dive into a new way of working.

The ability to retrieve quotes from private mortgage insurers helps borrowers assess their options and streamlines the mortgage insurance process for lenders.

Uncertainty is a big hurdle for agents to overcome these days, but those who can lead their clients away from the noise and toward the best decision for their circumstances win. Here’s how to reach out to on-the-fence prospects, earn their trust and snag the client for life.

Darryl Davis culls the best from three powerful agent brainstorming sessions to help you reach your target audience.

Bryan Ellis will take over as chief revenue officer, while Arthur Chapin will join the company for the newly created role of chief growth officer. Ellis has experience at Angie’s List and Tesla while Chapin joins the company from Expedia.

In a hot seller’s market, how should agents help their clients with pricing, bidding strategies and closing successfully? Broker Jenny Usaj offers keys to setting appropriate buyer expectations from the start.

Listing agents using Zillow 3D Home tours no longer have to manually add their tours to Redfin. This is the second partnership between the real estate search portal rivals since 2019.

Do you have buyers who are on the fence about writing an offer? Bernice Ross interviews Andrew Flachner of RealScout on how to get your buyers “offer ready.”

Chip and Joanna Gaines’ Magnolia Network yanked “Home Work” off the air following complaints of shoddy workmanship and cost overruns from dissatisfied clients.

The former WeWork chief executive officer has accumulated a real estate portfolio in excess of $1 billion since departing the shared workspace giant in 2019 following a calamitous IPO bid.

A week after announcing Realogy’s rebrand as Anywhere, CEO Ryan Schneider shared his plan for beating Zillow at direct-to-consumer business on Thursday at Inman Connect Now.

With nearly 4 billion people globally on social media, there is no better place to get eyes on your listings. Here are tips to leverage those platforms and your audiences and convert them into closings.

Proposed ballot measure would impose a tax on housing units that sit empty. The measure would apply to condos and apartments.