business basics, new agent
Running a successful business isn't just about the big things, coach Verl Workman writes. Often, it's about the small incremental habits that add up over time
by Verl Workman Sep 24
12 key steps for creating confident and effective buyer consultations
With buyer-broker agreements now standard operating procedure, team leader Carl Medford writes, a mandatory buyer consultation should be standard practice for any buyer’s agent
by Carl Medford Sep 24
Mindfulness is the new secret weapon for real estate pros
Embrace mindfulness now, Aaron Hendon writes, to gain an edge over the competition by staying calm under pressure, making better decisions and connecting more deeply with clients
by Aaron Hendon Sep 24
5 steps to crafting a winning buyer presentation
Better communication and better expectation-setting: that's what a well-developed buyer presentation can create for you and your clients, broker Joseph Santini writes
by Joseph Santini Sep 24
A telephone with a ringing bell above it to represent marketing that makes the phone to ring.
Great marketing uses a framework that naturally grabs the prospect's attention and gets them to raise their hand and ask for additional information, Jimmy Burgess writes
by Jimmy Burgess Sep 22
The worst of the storm is over. Time to make waves: Ginger Wilcox
We've weathered the worst of our industry's perfect storm, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate President Ginger Wilcox writes. Now it's time to get geared up for what's next
by Ginger Wilcox Sep 21
Truths, frustrations, rate cuts: 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 Sep 20
Inman Power Wheels: Final 4 best agent autos near the finish line
Inman's Power Wheels bracket contest is down to the 4 best real estate agent automobiles, as determined by your votes
real estate economist
In this exclusive video series on Inman, Windermere’s Principal Economist Jeff Tucker illuminates the latest stats, reports and numbers you should know. This week: The Fed's latest rate cut
by Jeff Tucker Sep 20
Robert Reffkin, compass, compass ceo
Opinion
In challenging the National Association of Realtors' Clear Cooperation Policy, Robert Reffkin writes, Realtors are upholding their highest moral, ethical and legal duties to serve clients
by Robert Reffkin Sep 20
The long view: Take the Inman Intel Index survey for September
Opinion
A month into the NAR settlement era, the Inman Intel Index is tracking the impact on buyers, sellers, agents and brokerages. Add your voice to real estate's most ambitious monthly survey today
by Daniel Houston Sep 18
5 strategies to unlock your negotiation power in real estate
If you want to be a better negotiator, pace yourself, come prepared with examples in hand, and collaborate to arrive at the best possible decision for your clients, trainer Bernice Ross writes
by Bernice Ross Sep 18
7 tips for guiding homebuyers through the VA loan process
Are your clients considering a Veterans Affairs home loan? Let Clever Real Estate’s Luke Babich walk you through the most common pain points to help ease the process for your buyers
by Luke Babich Sep 18
How can I really be sure sellers will pay the buyer's agent (me)?
Opinion
The new commission rules are confusing. Compliance expert Summer Goralik unpacks whether it’s possible to confirm if a seller is willing to compensate buyer’s agents
by Summer Goralik Sep 17
Frustrated? Here's why leaving NAR won't solve the problem
Despite its problems, brokerage CEO Sean Frank writes, NAR membership is still the logical option for real estate professionals
by Sean Frank Sep 17
A squirrel nibbling on an acorn to represent negotiation nibbling.
Stop small requests from turning into expensive deal concessions
by Bernice Ross Sep 17