15 contract mistakes that need to stop now
Solid communication, attention to detail and a willingness to go the extra mile are all necessary to create a well-thought-out contract package
by Cara Ameer May 8
Let's stay together: Why buyer love letters deserve a second chance
Opinion
It's time to question unfounded legal warnings and negative scenarios that don't make sense so that we can put this tool to use for buyers, the CEO of Darryl Davis Seminars writes
by Darryl Davis May 8
Unleashing the trolls: Unpacking the wild world of online comments
If you don’t have something nice to say, go ahead and say it anyway
by Troy Palmquist May 6
7 surprising facts about Buying Beverly Hills’ Ben Belack
You've seen him on Netflix's 'BBH,' but what did you really learn? In this Real Tea interview, we'll go deeper on everything from romances, team movements, nepo-babies, Scandoval and more
by Dani Vanderboegh May 5
Complex hikes, deal-killers, Zillow earnings: Here's Inman's Top 5
Wondering what you missed? Find out with Inman's Top 5 most-read stories of the week
by Dani Vanderboegh May 5
Google Home: A comprehensive review of devices and features
Google Home is a robust ecosystem that offers a range of smart home devices and features
by Brandon Doyle May 5
Stand out: 6 personal branding tips for brand new real estate agents
Building a personal brand takes time and effort, but the rewards are well worth it. By consistently applying these Brandamentals developed by branding guru Stacey Ross Cohen, you'll see results
by Christy Murdock May 5
How to talk to clients about money (and all the rest): The Download
Agents can deal with economic headwinds by understanding their buyers' mindset and helping them tap into down payment resources
by Christy Murdock May 5
7 ways another recession will shape a generation of real estate agents
This is the season where the strong will get stronger. Do the work and you will be one of the ones who comes out stronger on the other side
by Jimmy Burgess May 4
Broker Spotlight: Aaron Kirman, AKG | Christie’s International Real Estate
Find out why this high-flying Beverly Hills real estate broker is in the spotlight and learn what he predicts for the rest of 2023
by Christy Murdock May 4
The dirty little secret you need to know about agent retention
As business owners, it's important to do the math and understand what causes some agents to leave your brokerage
by Chase Williams May 4
'It is a weird market': Why 'highest and best' could be a deal-killer
Instead of a blanket call for the highest and best offer, listing agents and buyer agents need to get back to the basics of negotiating
by Carl Medford May 3
Unlock homeownership with down payment assistance programs 
As a real estate agent, it's not enough just to conduct the transaction. Provide education and service that will help make it possible in the first place
by Ernesto Vargas May 3
4 common conversations your clients don't want to have
Communication in all types of circumstances can help to set your services apart. Here's how to approach four common bad-news scenarios and keep your client relationship moving forward
by Eric Bramlett May 3
How to beat your buyer's biggest obstacle to purchasing a home
Down payment assistance programs can help more people make their dreams of homeownership come true, including up to 1/3 of all borrowers who fail to qualify without DPA
by Bernice Ross May 3
Real-world ways this tech-forward firm is using ChatGPT
Stop focusing on repetitive tasks and start focusing on the kind of client service that moves the needle and grows your business
by Eric Bramlett May 3