Here are your top tech hacks: Pulse
Opinion
This week, we wanted to know: What top tech hack do you pride yourself on knowing, whether you learned it in a CE class or on your own?
by Inman Aug 10
They’re gunning for your commissions: 7 reasons not to despair
Despite all of the platforms and tech companies coming for real estate agent commissions, transactions hinge on the expertise of Realtors
by Bernice Ross Aug 10
The 5-star apps that can better your business
The business you have in the future starts with the bushiness you do today. Take the necessary time to learn how technology will better you as an agent
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 10
Master these 3 skill sets to outlast a down market
Soft skills, hard skills and more: It takes a lot to get your mindset right and grow your real estate business as a new agent
by Gavin Payne Aug 10
5 apps that'll make home renovations less of a headache
It's no wonder they edit most of the work in home improvement shows, no one would ever again hire a contractor.
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 10
Single-family rental investment is booming. These 5 apps are here for it
Perhaps no form of real estate asset is garnering more attention at the moment than single-family rentals, and the reason isn't entirely good
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 10
How brokerages can set themselves up for profitability early
Opinion
Profitability requires more than an eye on the bottom line. You also need to focus on agents and maintain an overarching brokerage vision
by Mauricio Umansky Aug 10
Circa 1990: What real estate agents need to know about the era’s housing styles
As the end of the millennium approached, homes became more about modern and contemporary styles, with a penchant for customization
by Gerard Splendore Aug 10
Real (Estate) Talk: Is this overzealous charity work or rightful amends by NAR?
Opinion
Historical inequities in the real estate industry created harm, and we have a collective responsibility to make it right, or at least better
by Lee Davenport Aug 9
New Agent Lifesaver: What should I be doing while waiting for my buyers' pre-approval?
Don't waste time while you wait for your buyer to get pre-approved for a home loan. Here are some ways to be ready to hit the ground running
How safe are you? 17 essential safety tips for real estate agents
Opinion
Staying safe as a real estate agent is your first priority. Make these 17 best practices into your new daily habits
by Luke Babich Aug 9
A man going through a checklist outside of a home to illustrate creating a seller safety plan.
Opinion
There certainly isn't enough advice out there on seller safety, says safety expert Robert Siciliano. Here are some tips to ensure your sellers (and you) stay safe during showings
by Robert Siciliano Aug 9
Walkthrough woes: 7 things that cause pre-closing stress
By the time buyers attend the final walkthrough, they may be stressed out and nitpicking. Here are the items that may set them off, along with ways to offset their frustrations
by Cara Ameer Aug 8
Opendoor is in $62M worth of legal trouble: The Real Word
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine discusses Opendoor's recent $62M settlement of its legal troubles with the FTC plus a flawed study of days on market
by Byron Lazine Aug 8
Grow your real estate brand with this YouTube playbook
Follow the playbook of Calgary, Alberta Realtor Brad McCallum for YouTube success
by Jimmy Burgess Aug 7
Leverage the power of fintech to whip your wallet into shape
Opinion
Whether you're a new agent or a top producer, it takes planning and some smart tech tools to get your finances shipshape for the long haul
by Jordan Curnutt Aug 6