How to create an environment for women to become leaders in real estate
Opinion
Although there are many women in real estate, there are far fewer in leadership roles. Correcting the imbalance requires everyone to lean in and create a culture that allows everyone to thrive
by Adam Hergenrother Mar 24
Challenges, pitfalls and sage advice: Starting your own brokerage
Opinion
Despite their prominent role in the industry, many women struggle to step into leadership positions as brokers and brokerage owners. Based on extensive research and anecdotal evidence, here are some of the challenges women face and how to overcome them
by Bernice Ross Mar 23
Gender stereotypes prevail (on both sides) in real estate: Pulse
This week, we asked for your insights into gender stereotypes as they play out on both sides. What assumptions do we make, and how can we see each other as individuals?
by Inman Mar 23
Buying your first vacation rental? Here's where to start
Opinion
Whether you’re starting from scratch or changing up your current strategy, vacation rentals can present a great investment opportunity. These strategies will help you and your clients make good decisions on the buy-side and while running your vacation rental
by Troy Palmquist Mar 22
11 things agents should expect from their leadership in 2023
Opinion
Market shifts bring about change — good, bad and indifferent. So, what can leaders do to remain a guiding force and stay relevant?
by Cara Ameer Mar 21
Knock lays off, gas prices rise, starter homes disappear: The biggest stories of the week of March 11-17, 2022
Catch up quickly on the most significant stories of the week, as determined by Inman readers. Here's this week's Inman Top 5
by Inman Mar 18
How to get involved in the real estate industry
Opinion
Volunteering for committee membership takes time. Attending meetings takes time. Simply applying takes time. It’s all time well spent
by Jay Thompson Mar 16
Could a real estate team be your golden ticket?
Luxury real estate duo James Harris and David Parnes share how to decide if teaming up is the right move for you
by David Parnes AND James Harris Mar 16
Here are the barriers you see to leadership for women in real estate: Pulse
This week we asked about barriers for women in real estate leadership. What stops women from taking advantage of opportunities when they present themselves, and how can women take on greater roles in the industry?
by Inman Mar 16
Take the lead! 5 key qualities you'll need in real estate
Opinion
Like any other professional skill, leadership is a competency that can be refined and developed throughout your career. Grab your guiding compass of core values, communicate with your teammates clearly and move forward with the mindset you need for a triumphant voyage
by Rainy Hake Austin Mar 15
‘Reach back as you push forward’: An Inman leadership reader
Opinion
Inman is a great place to read about leadership and hear from some of the industry’s heavyweights. Here are some words of wisdom from an array of Inman contributors on all aspects of leadership today
by Christy Murdock Mar 14
How to give feedback to your boss or leadership team
Opinion
Success in work and life happens one conversation at a time. The more feedback team members give and get, the better everyone will become
by Adam Hergenrother Mar 14
Russia, Ukraine, interest rates: Economist answers burning spring market questions
Interest rates are on the move, but maybe not in the direction you'd expect. Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner reveals what the Russian invasion of Ukraine may mean for interest rates and the spring housing market
by Matthew Gardner Mar 11
Be the hedgehog, not the fox: 5 tips to level up
Opinion
Moving a business from good to great sounds like a massive undertaking, but it often comes down to a handful of best practices. Agents can apply these strategies from Day 1 to build a better business
by Jimmy Burgess Mar 11
Disruptive leadership: 5 must-have qualities for leaders in 2022
Opinion
Whether you’re a founder building from the ground up or a leader who’s stepping into some big shoes, your vision — and your ability to communicate it — are still essential to your own reputation and to those you’re leading. Find out what it takes to be a leader now and in the days ahead
by Christy Murdock Mar 11
Your step-by-step, ultimate CMA presentation
Opinion
It’s not just what you say, but when and how you say it. The more masterful you are at communicating, the more successful and profitable you will be
by Darryl Davis Mar 11