'Not with a bang but a whimper': Why REX 'shuttering' doesn't really matter
Opinion
During its tenure, REX made a lot of noise in court, but not so much in the marketplace. Now, as they appear to have bowed out of the fight, at least in part, Jay Thompson is left wondering what all of the fuss was about
by Jay Thompson May 31
Circa 1920: What real estate agents need to know about roaring '20s homes
Opinion
Housing styles took a sharp turn away from traditional styles with the introduction of Art Deco design, and a new age in home architecture came on the scene
by Gerard Splendore May 31
This Memorial Day, embrace an attitude of gratitude to honor those lost
Opinion
This Memorial Day, honor the fallen by pursuing a fuller life, pushing forward on behalf of those who can't anymore
by Levi Rodgers May 30
Relationship-building gold: 5 moves for the win
Opinion
Real estate is a competitive industry. Almost any agent can get the job done, but truly successful agents will go above and beyond to make sure their clients feel understood and genuinely cared for
by Mauricio Umansky May 28
Shifts, layoffs, debuts — here's Inman’s Top 5 stories of the week
Catch up quickly on the most significant stories of the week, as determined by Inman readers. Here's Inman’s Top 5 stories of the week of May 20-26, 2022
by Dani Vanderboegh May 27
Time to get creative: 3 strategies for finding buyers homes
Opinion
Buying a home is hard, but it's not impossible. As a knowledgeable expert with a fiduciary duty to your clients, it's your role to help buyers weigh and evaluate their options
by Nobu Hata May 27
Celebrate your agents! Enhance recognition by looking beyond the transaction
Opinion
Rather than focusing on output, as measured by transactions completed, focus on what your agents have put into their businesses and the communities they serve. Celebrate your agents for their contributions to local charities and organizations
by Christian Barnes May 27
6 tips for giving out-of-town buyers next-level service
Opinion
As buyers continue to rethink their lifestyle post-pandemic, you may be helping them to look for homes from a distance, with only a short trip to make their final decision in person
by Julie Busby May 27
How to use masterminding to close 13K+ transaction sides like this office did
Vince Leisey, the founder and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Ambassador Real Estate, believes that masterminds are the crucial ingredient for agents to achieve success
by Jimmy Burgess May 26
Broker Spotlight: Kama Burton, CMB Realty Services
Opinion
This week's spotlight shines on Kama Burton, broker-owner of CMB Realty Services, philanthropist, educator and mentor
by Dani Vanderboegh May 26
5 practical ways to give your teams the hands-on support they need
Opinion
Welcome to Inman's newest video series. @properties Christie's International Real Estate executives Amy Corr and Kevin Van Eck give their top 5 tips on how brokerages can support their teams
by Amy Corr AND Kevin Van Eck May 26
3 leadership shifts that can propel your brokerage forward
Opinion
The game has changed in many ways and brokerage leadership must change with it. Find out what to emphasize to meet the new needs of your agents and staff
by Marion Weiler May 26
Helping real estate clients choose their ideal neighborhood
Opinion
Neighborhood quality is subjective, yet Realtors cannot recommend a neighborhood or steer clients into or out of a particular neighborhood. Here's what to do instead
by Teresa Boardman May 26
Your unique service proposition differentiates you. Here's how to communicate it effectively
Opinion
Agents must effectively and efficiently communicate the value they bring. The best way to do that is by differentiating yourself from 1.5  million other agents with truly stellar service and communication
by Tom Toole May 26
The broker's dilemma: 'What if I train them and they leave?'
Opinion
A solid training and development program is quite likely to improve retention, as well as attract new talent. Although you may lose someone occasionally, you’re also going to have happier, more satisfied agents working for and with you
by Jay Thompson May 25
We found out what's keeping you up at night: Pulse
Opinion
This week, we asked (and you answered): What's keeping you up at night? What are you doing to manage your stress and stay on track?
by Inman May 25