12 rules of the road for new (and experienced) agents 
The road to real estate success is paved with strong connections, integrity and a genuine focus on meeting the needs of the client
by Bernice Ross Aug 2
He grew up in a rental. Now he owns thousands. Here's his playbook
Tawan Davis started the Steinbridge Group in 2016. Today it boasts $500M in active investments, a number that could triple by 2025, he tells Inman. Here's how he's thriving amid the uncertainty
by Taylor Anderson Aug 1
5 ways to invest in your most important asset: Yourself
Whether you're just getting started in real estate or are looking for ways to freshen up your career through personal and professional development, investing in yourself is always a good bet
by Tina Lapp Aug 1
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Opinion
Here’s our list of reads — worthy of adding to your summer reading list, whether you hold the pages in your hand or listen to an audible version
by Dani Vanderboegh Jul 31
10 proven tips for surviving real estate conference season
For Inman Ambassador and new contributor Karen Stone, these tips have been the secret sauce for conference success. Get ready to make your mark in the real estate world
by Karen Stone Jul 31
Leads not biting this summer? Enter The Triangle Method
Inspired by this summer's hottest TikTok dating trend, trainer Rachael Hite breaks communication down into 3 simple steps to start seeing results in your frosty pipeline
by Rachael Hite Jul 28
Has Compass cracked the repeat and referral code? The Download
On today's Download, check out Compass' new tracker tool, then check out some of our best recent advice on keeping those past clients percolating through your pipeline
by Christy Murdock Jul 28
Your clients have disabilities. Here’s how to market to them
Representation is crucial when marketing to the 26 percent of individuals with disabilities. Here are ways to make your marketing more impactful and inclusive
by Rachael Hite Jul 28
Read the signs to make your door knocking more effective
When you’re out door knocking, reading the signs can give you insight into the needs and concerns of the people you meet
by Ernesto Vargas Jul 28
Los Angeles apartment owners sue over COVID rent freeze
The suit from the Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles argues that the city's rent freeze rule robs property owners of income and due process
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 27
Avoid a Tori Spelling moment by finding the humanity in clients
An LA Realtor found himself in the hot seat after mistakenly texting Spelling-snark to Tori herself. What can his mistake teach you about how you communicate?
by Troy Palmquist Jul 27
Why the bottom line isn't the only way to measure success anymore
Taking ownership and responsibility in a healthy way is the most powerful business edge you can develop right now
Here's the No. 1 thing you'd tell new agents right now: Pulse
When you've been through it all — good times and bad times and even super-scary times — you want to share your knowledge with others
by Inman Jul 26
Stop paying 35-40% to the portals for leads
Instead of throwing away money on paid leads month after month, find out how to generate both buyer and listing leads at little or no cost
by Bernice Ross Jul 26
How Harvard's housing report sees the current (and future) market
Opinion
With natural growth slowing, states will need to attract new residents from other markets as domestic migration becomes a more important driver of household growth and housing demand
by Matthew Gardner Jul 26
Clients have commitment issues? 10 tips for overcoming them
Whether they're not quite ready to put in an offer or they get a case of cold feet, dealing with commitment issues from clients can leave you feeling frustrated
by Darryl Davis Jul 26