Here's one thing you would tell yourself as a new agent: Pulse
Here are the words of wisdom, encouragement and advice you'd give yourself if you could turn back time in your career
by Inman Feb 12
5 ways to avoid burnout and reignite your passion
Forget the runaround from unqualified clients, coach Darryl Davis writes. Learn to set healthy boundaries and take care of yourself, so you can take care of business
by Darryl Davis Feb 12
Referral fees: The Twilight Zone of compensation disclosure?
Opinion
Amid sweeping commission changes and the push for greater transparency in real estate, rules around referral fees remain elusive, compliance expert Summer Goralik writes for Inman
by Summer Goralik Feb 11
Top 5 homebuyer objections (and how you can overcome them)
When real estate agents tackle objections head-on with education, they position buyers to make better decisions and themselves as trusted advisors, coach Darryl Davis writes
by Darryl Davis Feb 11
A woman staring at the data to represent the formula for closing two sales a week.
Generating consistent business requires an understanding of both short-term success and long-term strategies, coach Ricky Carruth writes
by Ricky Carruth Feb 11
Choosing the right brokerage: What new agents need to know
Deciding which brokerage to join when you first start out as a new agent can either set you up for success or run your career off the rails before it begins, trainer Bernice Ross writes
by Bernice Ross Feb 10
People don’t hire logos, they hire people. Build relationships
Broker and Inman contributor Angela Yungk offers advice on connecting with clients and building lasting real estate relationships
by Angela Yungk Feb 10
A pirate flag to symbolize real estate strategies that died.
Now is a great time to take a hard look at your daily activities, and see if there may be adjustments you can make that will lead to more success, Jimmy Burgess writes
by Jimmy Burgess Feb 9
The peril and promise of real estate leadership: The Download
Catch up on the drama coming out of Vegas Realtors, then hear from some of the real estate industry's heaviest hitters on business building, branding and Clear Cooperation
by Christy Murdock Feb 8
Blueprints, lawsuits, tariffs: Inman's Top 5 stories of the week
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 Feb 7
Tool Kit: What you should know about DEI and Fair Housing
Experts predict that 70% of Americans will develop a recognized disability. DEI is essential for our future, writes Rachael Hite, and smart agents will invest in learning more
by Rachael Hite Feb 6
Only 29% of agents are doing deals. Here's how to be one of them
From underqualified agents to mindless recruiting practices, team leader Carl Medford outlines the things that need to change in order to elevate the industry
by Carl Medford Feb 6
Will HUD Secretary Scott Turner be good for housing?
Opinion
Broker and former US Senate legislative correspondent Cara Ameer offers issue-by-issue analysis of the confirmation hearing for Scott Turner, newly confirmed as HUD Secretary
by Cara Ameer Feb 5
Fair housing protections rolled back on Day 1 of Trump presidency
Having fair access and the opportunity to lease or own a home is paramount to the American dream, Dr. Lee Davenport writes. Here's how new policies could impact that goal
by Lee Davenport Feb 5
How to navigate a buyer’s cold feet without derailing the deal
Buyers may cancel a purchase due to anxiety about the market, trepidation about financial obligations or a nagging feeling that a more perfect home might be out there, Luke Babich writes
by Luke Babich Feb 4
What’s next for fair housing in an anti-DEI era?
Protecting fair housing must be a non-negotiable part of building a more inclusive and equitable future, Color of Money podcast host Julia Lashay Israel writes