Stop undervaluing your work: Say no with confidence, own your worth
When you say yes to something misaligned, you’re saying no to your deeper purpose, Debra Trappen writes. Discover the power of saying no and claiming your value
by Debra Trappen Jun 19
Hiring a home staging company? Ask these essential questions first
After owning a staging company for 20 years, team leader Carl Medford lists 7 categories of critical questions to ask before selecting a stager for you and your listings
by Carl Medford Jun 19
6 tips for avoiding lawsuits, legal fees and court in real estate
Here are 6 common reasons lawsuits happen in real estate. If you want to avoid complicated litigation, follow these best practices from trainer Bernice Ross
by Bernice Ross Jun 18
Lock it down! How to get prospects to commit to consultations
Preparation and precision matter when you’re trying to set a booked interview or consultation, broker-owner Kristine Milkovich writes. Here are 6 steps to book the appointment
by Kristine Milkovich Jun 18
Want steady income? Pay yourself 1st. Build wealth 2nd
Make business finance as intuitive as selling houses with this proven cash management system
by Amanda Neely Jun 17
Considering a career move? Start by asking these 8 questions
Your next professional move should be driven by vision and intention, not pressure, as you continue to develop your career, Coldwell Banker Affiliates' Jason Waugh writes
by Jason Waugh Jun 16
5 no-nonsense ways to stay out of court (and out of trouble)
According to coach Darryl Davis, keeping careful records, researching thoroughly and communicating regularly are your best bets for staying on the right side of the law
by Darryl Davis Jun 16
7 real estate problems agents face — and how to crush them like a pro
When you hit a bump in the road in your real estate career, you'll know how to handle it and push through with these tips from coach Darryl Davis
by Darryl Davis Jun 16
What converts: 5 essentials for high-impact agent websites
Tune in to Inman Access as Alyssa Stalker of Epique Realty teaches you to turn your real estate website into an intentional marketing tool
by Inman Jun 13
'Alliance members won’t back down' before anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric
Opinion
No one in the real estate industry has the right to discriminate against or disparage a group of people, LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance President Justin 'JZ' Ziegler writes
by Justin Ziegler Jun 13
Court approval, farming framework, procuring cause: Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers
by Dani Vanderboegh Jun 13
What top real estate agents do that struggling agents don’t
The daily habits of top agents allow them to separate themselves from the competition, so they can thrive in any market, Real's Jimmy Burgess writes
by Jimmy Burgess Jun 13
Most likely to succeed (or disrupt): Class photos from Real Estate High
Opinion
Compliance expert Summer Goralik shares a fictional yearbook of 'Real Estate High,' because sometimes the best way to understand the industry is to take it back to homeroom
by Summer Goralik Jun 11
Resilient by design: 5 ways new agents turn setbacks into strength
Lean on systems and support that take the busywork off your plate — like CRMs, done-for-you marketing, voicemail drops and smart follow-up templates, coach Darryl Davis writes
by Darryl Davis Jun 10
You’re not just a real estate agent – you’re a business
One-size-fits-all answers just don't cut it in this highly complex market. Start thinking bigger, and build the business of your dreams, Coldwell Banker Warburg's Kevelyn Guzman writes
by Kevelyn Guzman Jun 10
How to talk with your clients about the economy: Now Streaming
Tune in to Inman Access as Jeff Tucker, principal economist at Windermere Real Estate, walks agents through client communication strategies
by Inman Jun 6