8 tips for maximizing a listing's square footage as an agent
Agents can help sellers get the most value for their property by presenting a sleek, appealing home that's optimized every single square foot of space, Clever's Luke Babich writes
by Luke Babich Jun 11
25 bathroom remodel ideas for 2025 that add value and style
Want to add instant charm and value to a listing or investment property? Try one (or more) of these smart updates from Jonathan Pressman
by Jonathan Pressman Jun 11
The farming framework: A proven system for listing-driven growth
Whether you’re a new agent or a seasoned pro needing to regain momentum, geographic farming isn’t just a marketing tactic — it’s a foundation, Jimmy Burgess writes
by Jimmy Burgess Jun 6
How to keep a listing (and your sanity) when sellers won’t listen
As a listing agent, you didn't sign up to be steamrolled. You signed up to serve. Coach Darryl Davis shares strategies for working with difficult sellers
by Darryl Davis Jun 6
Record $700B worth of listings on market, but sales are sluggish
US home inventory hit a record $698B in April — a 20.3% increase from the previous year — but sales aren't keeping pace, a new analysis from Redfin shows
by Richelle Hammiel Jun 3
Inspectify logs second acquisition of 2025 with purchase of Joule
Inman Innovator honoree Inspectify unveiled the deal Wednesday, saying it will help the property inspection software provider 'streamline what is currently a fragmented and inefficient process'
by Craig C. Rowe May 30
Are private listings 'steering'? Inman panelists debate
NextHome's James Dwiggins argued during Inman on Tour Miami that Compass is 'steering' clients. Compass' Mark McLaughlin said Compass clients aren't being 'duped'
by Jim Dalrymple II May 21
Zillow provides clarity on private listings rule — and when it rolls out
Zillow will send warnings about non-compliant listings beginning May 28 but enforcement won't start until June 30. Agents will receive 2 warnings before their 3rd non-compliant listing is blocked
by Lillian Dickerson May 20
Breakfast at Tiffany's pad goes on sale. Little black dress not included
The iconic Upper East Side townhouse where Audrey Hepburn's character Holly Golightly lived is on the market for $15M, offering not only a prestigious address, but a piece of cinematic history
by Richelle Hammiel May 20
It’s time to take back our listings
Opinion
Real estate pros have let tech platforms and restrictive policies chip away at agent value for too long, coach Darryl Davis writes. Let the people who earn the listing own the lead
by Darryl Davis May 20
The Agency's Billy Rose goes Dutch with luxury auction strategy
The Agency cofounder will cut the asking price of 235 Oceano Drive by $100K each consecutive Monday following the auction's launch, until the property sells, to create urgency
by Lillian Dickerson May 15
Luxury home showing tips
More and more agents are showing homes north of the million-dollar mark with tactics that should only be used on mid-range or lower listings, Troy Palmquist writes
by Troy Palmquist May 15
10 conversation starters and scripts to win sellers this spring
Great conversations, writes coach Annette DeCicco, start by providing sellers information and choices so that they can confidently make decisions. Study up. Practice your lines. Everyone does
by Annette DeCicco May 14
Barbara Corcoran's NYC penthouse goes under contract in a day
Corcoran asked $12M for the 5th Ave. duplex with sweeping Central Park views and reportedly received multiple bids that pushed the contract price above asking
by Lillian Dickerson May 13
Read the room! Why the best agents are people-savvy
The best agents are market-savvy, but they're even more emotionally intelligent and great at listening, Kevelyn Guzman writes. Here's how to improve your perception
by Kevelyn Guzman May 13
Tarrifs; renovations
Opinion
Many agents work with sellers to make presale updates or help buyers decide on a home because of its renovation potential. Trump's tariffs could make those pitches harder to land
by Craig C. Rowe May 9