Real Estate 101: Getting started with first-time homebuyers
First-time buyers need more hand-holding. Here are the questions you should ask and the ones you should answer
by Ellen Sykes Apr 12
5 tactics to convert referral leads like a Realogy 'Masters Cup' winner
The brokers from this year's winning Realogy teams, Dr. Susan Jenkins of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Native American Group and Nick Pasquini of Century 21 Redwood Realty, spoke with Inman about some of their secrets to success with converting referral leads
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 12
Don't call it a comeback! Why QR codes are more relevant than ever
Convenience and COVID reintroduced customizable barcode technology. Here's how to make the most of scannable QR codes
by Sam Trimble Apr 11
Don't sleep on the threat of real estate wire fraud
Opinion
A 2021 survey showed that 1 in 3 real estate transactions were targeted by cyber criminals. Real estate agents can no longer afford to ignore the threat or meet it with a one-line warning at the bottom of their email signature
by Rich Hopen Apr 11
Don't fall victim to Russian hackers: 14 tips
Opinion
More and more Russian hackers are looking to unleash cyberattacks across the world. Keep yourself and your clients safe
by Robert Siciliano Apr 11
5 tax-planning moves for money-savvy real estate agents
Opinion
Agents who had a blockbuster year in real estate need to ensure that there's a financial plan in place. Here are some key tax planning strategies to consider
by Jordan Curnutt Apr 11
Lesson Learned: Put everything in writing
This week: Find out how NYC agent and former chef Andrew J. Feldman learned that no matter what you think you know, get it in writing
by Christy Murdock Apr 11
Inventing Anna, The Dropout, WeCrashed: What TV's scam craze tells us about bad business
Opinion
Crimes of the heart and crimes of the wallet often go hand in hand. Here’s what you can learn from the recent spate of scam-based documentaries
by Christy Murdock Apr 11
Keller Williams sued, foreclosure pipeline fills, buyer sentiment drops: Inman Top 5
Catch up quickly on the most significant stories of the week, as determined by Inman readers. Here's the Top 5 for April 1-7, 2022
by Dani Vanderboegh Apr 8
5 essential conversation-starters for every buyer's agent
Opinion
Communicating in a way that's natural, easy and from-the-heart, rather than from a cut-and-dried script, allows you to make a personal connection with the client
by Darryl Davis Apr 8
Trying to expand your database? Here's a 5-step plan
Opinion
Your SOI consists of a group of people who already know you well. Developing a plan to grow this group over time will become a huge source of repeat and referral business
by Stan Ponte Apr 8
Should your clients bid over asking price? A look at pros and cons
Opinion
In a hot seller's market, how should agents help their clients with pricing, bidding strategies and closing successfully? Here's how to set appropriate buyer expectations from the start
by Jenny Usaj Apr 8
22 tips for practically perfect real estate paperwork
Opinion
Get your paperwork completed quickly and as pain-free as possible with these top tips
by Shelley Zavitz Apr 7
What does 'back to basics' mean in 2022? Hitting reset
Building a real estate company or team can be messy, but business is simple. Get back to basics and focus on what matters
Offers are just the beginning: How to get top dollar for sellers
Opinion
Is your seller receiving a high number of multiple offers? Here's how to ensure sellers are satisfied that they got the best price and terms possible
by Carl Medford Apr 6
Here are the most costly mistakes you’ve ever made: Pulse
Some mistakes are easy to fix with a phone call or email; others not so much. As Back to Basics Month continues, we asked: What's the most costly mistake you've ever made?
by Inman Apr 6