Inman Top 5: The biggest stories of the week of Jan. 14-20, 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 Jan 21
10 solutions for helping move-up buyers
Discuss these options with any potential move-up client to see if one of these scenarios might work for them
by Carl Medford Jan 21
Your success hinges on these 3 numbers: Do you know them?
Numbers don’t lie. If you want to grow in real estate, you have to evaluate and focus on the right ones. Here are a few questions you can ask yourself to understand where your business is coming from and how to push it forward
by Jimmy Burgess Jan 21
What agents can learn from Gary Keller, the most powerful person in real estate
Last week, Gary Keller was named the most powerful person in real estate, earning the No. 1 spot on the Swanepoel Power 200. Here's why that's a well-deserved win — and a few lessons agents can learn from his leadership
by Adam Hergenrother Jan 21
25 inspiring quotes for real estate agents
Need a little boost in motivation? From Michael Jordan to Confucius, here are some wise words from the world's most successful individuals to give you that dose of inspiration (or simply just entertainment)
by Jay Thompson Jan 21
Need solid salespeople? 5 must-ask interview questions
Finding the right candidate for the job is more art than skill. Those who tend to make it in real estate are the ones who can navigate these 5 questions successfully
by Chris Pollinger Jan 20
How to build a robust referral program for your business
Exceeding expectations, working your CRM, networking and leveraging social media are critical in building a referral program that keeps on giving
by Rainy Hake Austin Jan 20
Do charitable connections help agents sell homes?
A seasoned agent believes her office’s involvement with a well-known charity has no impact on a customer’s decision to hire her or not. Can her broker show her the value of this relationship?
by Anthony Askowitz Jan 19
9 ways to help buyers compete in an all-cash world
There isn't a one-size-fits-all approach to helping buyers compete in an all-cash world, but these tactics and strategies will help
by Cara Ameer Jan 19
32 success strategies top female leaders want you to have (Part 2)
Top women in real estate outline important trends you need to know — plus how to use several different tech tools to maximize your success this year
by Bernice Ross Jan 19
Be the solution, not the problem: 3 things agents should do daily
As tempting as it can be to sit back on your laurels, shrug your shoulders, and say, 'Oh, what can you do?' to the common challenges most real estate professionals face, now is the time to bring solutions to the table, not problems
by Victoria Kennedy Jan 19
Readers share their worst day in real estate: Pulse
We’ve all had those terrible, horrible, no good, very bad days. Today, readers share the worst ones they've had in real estate
by Inman Jan 19
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s most challenging struggle was housing
As real estate pros, it is vital that we understand the historical context and the lasting implication of "location, location, location," especially if it is wielded to exclude, devalue or separate
by Lee Davenport Jan 17
What's her secret? 32 tips from top leaders (Part 1)
Your success in 2022 starts with you — your self-care and authenticity, your focus on what matters most to your clients and your service to your community. Here, top female leaders share their best tips on cultivating a successful and personally rewarding year
by Bernice Ross Jan 17
11 things you won't learn in a real estate licensing course
Here's the skinny on the critical info new agents need that they’ll never tell you in licensing class
by Teresa Boardman Jan 17
Inman Top 5: The biggest stories of the week of Jan. 7-13
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 Jan 14