What real estate agents need to know about dog spas 
At-home pet spas and showers are now a unique (and sought-after) selling point of newer and remodeled properties. Knowing and understanding these trends can help agents stand out to potential clients
by Gerard Splendore Sep 24
'It's never enough!' How to talk to your sellers about marketing
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Some buyers think that a magic turn of phrase or one more marketing strategy will sell their home, but it's just not true. Much of the marketing magic happens upfront, so right-pricing and a solid rollout are essential
by Carl Medford Sep 22
What real estate agents need to know about stair lifts 
Here's what you need to know to suggest stair lifts as an alternative means of traveling safely between a home's floors
by Gerard Splendore Sep 17
QUIZ: Are you a closer? Take the test to find out
Find out how good your closing skills are by answering these 10 questions
by Bernice Ross Sep 16
14 seller to-do's to boost your listing's buyer appeal
Details matter when you want that new listing to stand out in today's market. Here are some must-do seller prep tasks
by Cara Ameer Sep 14
Stop presenting and start conversing: the art of the listing conversation
Take your communication skills to the next level when you stop talking at sellers and start talking with them
by Darryl Davis Aug 16
What agents need to know about luxury laundry rooms
A well-designed, organized and cheerful laundry room or "clothing care center," no matter where it's located in a home, is definitely a fantastic selling point. Here are a few features agents should learn about
by Gerard Splendore Aug 9
Zero-cost lead generation: How to set up your Google Business Profile
Who doesn't want free leads from Google? Jimmy Burgess and Heidi Harris show you how to set up and optimize your Google Business Profile to become the go-to local expert at no cost to you
by Jimmy Burgess Aug 1
Social media calendar and post guide for real estate agents
Take the guessswork out of social media and put together a plan you can commit to. With scheduling, timing and more, you're sure to see results
by Jimmy Burgess Jul 25
The agent's guide to mastering the art of handwritten notes
Want to write more handwritten notes to clients and colleagues but aren't sure what to say? Never suffer from writer's block again with these tips and templates
by Christy Murdock Jul 16
4 essential traits to look for in a broker
Having a real estate broker who embodies these crucial traits could make the difference between your success or failure as a new agent
by Erica Ramus Jul 12
What real estate agents should know about engineered wood floors
Real estate agents who can discuss various options and installation methods for older homes and fixer-uppers will clearly have an advantage when working with buyers
by Gerard Splendore Jul 12
Get it all done! 20 productivity rules brand new agents should follow
Want to hit the ground running in your career? Follow these 20 time-tested, proven productivity strategies to manage your time wisely and get more done, Inman's Christy Murdock writes
by Christy Murdock Jul 11
Tread carefully: 10 legal, ethical and financial situations agents face
Here are 10 hypothetical situations to help illustrate how you can avoid some very real legal and ethical problems
55 real estate terms you better know in this market
Brand new agent or an industry veteran, there are some words and phrases that frequently crop up. We've chosen 55 terms to create an easy-to-use glossary you'll return to again and again
New agents will find more to love in Inman this February
February is Inman's New Agent Month, so we're going to spend the entire month digging deep into what new agents need to thrive. Here's what to look for
by Inman Jul 1