Does size really matter? How to choose the right team for you
Opinion
Livian's Erin McCormick Torres spells out the pros and cons of mega teams and small teams, to help you weigh your options before making any big (or small) decisions
No more 'business as usual': Here's what NAR needs to change next
Opinion
Pam O'Connor, retired CEO of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World and NAR thought leader, offers her insights into the problems inherent in NAR's business and leadership models
by Pam O'Connor Sep 20
Granny flats, tiny homes and ADUs: The essential guide
Opinion
Your clients need a lot more than your enthusiasm to act on their ADU dream, writes ADU expert Kendyl Young. They need facts, resources and a patient ear to listen and help overcome their fears
by Kendyl Young Sep 19
Egypt Sherrod would still be a serial entrepreneur in another life
The real estate broker, investor, HGTV star and Inman Influencer shared her thoughts on a wide range of topics, from real estate to personal hobbies and more. Here's what she revealed to Inman
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 19
Pushback on DEI progress ignores the business case for diversity
Opinion
Recent legal decisions have cast doubt on the value of DEI initiatives. Keller Williams Head of Inclusion and Belonging Julia Lashay Israel outlines why they're more impactful than ever
Mauricio Umansky's 7 best tips for new agents who want to thrive
Luxury clients have big-time expectations, and it's up to you to meet them. The Agency founder offers a prescription for overcoming obstacles and finding success
by Mauricio Umansky Sep 16
Commit to stellar service when you commit to these 4 pillar principles
In this 5-part series, real estate broker Nick Schlekeway provides proven principles to help agents build their businesses the right way
by Nick Schlekeway Sep 16
Here's how to have the commission conversation now: The Download
This week: With buyer commissions up in the air, here's how to talk to your clients about your value and your compensation
by Christy Murdock Sep 15
Selling the OC cast
Opinion
Want the Real Tea on ‘Selling the OC’? We asked The O Group agents to share 3 things most people don't know about them. Here are the Netflix stars’ fun facts, along with personal pictures
by Dani Vanderboegh Sep 14
9 lessons most other agents are learning the hard way
While others are learning from their mistakes in today's market, you don't have to. Find out what you should be doing right now to boost your real estate business
by Jimmy Burgess Sep 14
What agents need to talk about when they talk about commissions
Opinion
With Anywhere's deal on the bombshell commission lawsuits, it's time to take a look at the way you communicate with buyer clients, and what to do next
by Bernice Ross Sep 12
Don't wait! Get a jumpstart on your financial fitness
It's never too early to get a jump on long-term business and financial planning, siblings Amy Chorew and Maeda Palius write
by Amy Chorew AND Maeda Palius Sep 12
Lead gen is not enough. Here's how to nail down lead conversion
In the last of his 5-part series, broker Nick Schlekeway looks at lead conversion. What is it, and why do so few agents ever get good at it?
by Nick Schlekeway Sep 11
Avoid these 5 deal-killers to get across the finish line
Got a client? Get them to the finish line. These 5 escrow failures can stop you in your tracks
by Carl Medford Sep 11
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Opinion
Broker Teresa Boardman writes that consumers and agents at large have the wrong information and the wrong idea about NAR, especially in the wake of its sexual harassment scandal
by Teresa Boardman Sep 11
10 ways to invest in your agents (so they're invested in you)
Although brokers expect accountability and investment from their agents, agents need the same thing from their leaders, say DOORA's Troy Palmquist and Janet Pozos
by Troy Palmquist AND Janet Pozos Sep 10