Has this Austin MLS 'solved' the private listings conundrum?
Flex Listings provide a functioning model that restores transparency, preserves cooperation, and gives sellers and buyers control, clarity and access, Eric Bramlett writes
by Eric Bramlett Jul 15
Own your own gate — or be replaced by one of the gatekeepers
Tired of your marketing being controlled by industry gatekeepers? By becoming a specialist, broker and attorney Greg Hague writes, you can create a gate of your own
by Greg Hague Jul 15
5 ways to ensure buyers and sellers choose YOU as their next agent
From vibes to social proof and more, brokerage founder Oliver Graf shares the strategies that help your next client find you and embrace the service you provide
by Oliver Graf Jul 14
Let’s talk about S-E-O: What agents need to know now
SEO isn’t just about websites anymore. Here’s how real estate pros can optimize Reels, captions and AI tools to drive traffic
by Jessi Healey Jul 13
7 tired business strategies that are costing you closings
Ditch the dead weight, lean into strategies that deliver and ensure every effort you make moves you toward a conversation that counts, Jimmy Burgess writes
by Jimmy Burgess Jul 13
Industry pros weigh in on visibility, gatekeeping and real estate 'Armageddon': The Download
Leaders across the brokerage landscape had thoughts on the private listings debate, and they weren't shy about sharing them
by Christy Murdock Jul 13
Being a neighborhood expert isn’t enough anymore 
If your entire value proposition is 'I specialize in this neighborhood,' then you’re putting a clock on your career, Coldwell Banker Warburg's Kevelyn Guzman writes
by Kevelyn Guzman Jul 12
Two women posing for an Instagram picture to represent Instagram boosting SEO.
Become more visible on Google with a new Instagram update for professional accounts that allows social media content to appear in search engine search results, Kyle Basila writes
by Kyle Basila Jul 11
13 tips for turning your summer open house into a marketing event
A great open house is more than a walkthrough; it’s a full-blown marketing event
by Darryl Davis Jul 11
10 summer holidays that make perfect pop-by moments
Looking for fresh ways to connect with clients this summer? Holly Brink shares plug-and-play ideas for thoughtful, fun, low-cost touches that build trust and spark conversation
by Holly Brink Jul 11
Whether it’s a penthouse or a purse, visibility matters: Exclusive
Opinion
Coldwell Banker Realty President and CEO Kamini Lane writes that private property listing claims ignore the basic logic of supply and demand
by Kamini Lane Jul 11
7 interior design hacks every agent should know
Real estate agents don’t have to be interior decorators, broker Annette DeCicco writes, but they should be able to provide design solutions so buyers can choose their own designs
by Annette DeCicco Jul 11
7 ways to generate high-intent leads (without paying a dime)
You don’t need to feed the machine to succeed, coach Darryl Davis writes. You just need a smart lead-gen strategy, a service-first mindset and a little hustle
by Darryl Davis Jul 10
A woman running to illustrate speed-to-qualify.
You have to earn the right to ask the hard questions, broker Josh Ries writes. Learn how to build rapport and relationship so that you can dig deeper
by Josh Ries Jul 8
EXp CEO: You can’t champion consumers and gatekeep listings
Opinion
In an Inman Exclusive, Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty, writes that exposure sells homes, while shielding listings hurts sellers, limits buyers and undermines trust
by Leo Pareja Jul 7
Supercharge your summer marketing: The Download
After a topsy-turvy spring, some markets are seeing more inventory this summer. Here's how to lead gen for buyers and listings to take advantage of the opportunity
by Christy Murdock Jul 7