Hustle, drive, commitment: How to find the right agents for your team
Opinion
Find agents with these raw ingredients, and you can provide the rest for a team win
5 ways indies can recruit competitively in 2022
Ready to grow your business? Find out how your independent brokerage can compete against the industry’s heavy-hitters with these strategies
by Christy Murdock Dec 7
Readers share their biggest 2021 wins
We asked readers: What did you accomplish this year that you're proud of? Here are the wins that readers are celebrating
by Inman Dec 7
5 strategies to increase productivity and profitability in 2022
Ready to jump into the new year with a fresh perspective? Here are real estate expert Jared James' top tips for creating a productivity mindset — as well as email, social media and video marketing campaigns that'll boost your lead gen and profitability in 2022
by Bernice Ross Dec 7
Set the stage for 2022: 4 steps to start off on the right foot
While some agents hit the new year running, others seem to be stuck in the mud, repeating the same mistakes from the previous year and going nowhere. Here are 4 key areas to master for 2022 to get your business going in the right direction
by Carl Medford Dec 7
4 non-salesy excuses to call potential sellers
Most agents won't even bother with circle dialing because they have convinced themselves that it is not worth the effort. Which is exactly why you should jump in on the opportunity. Here are 4 reasons to pick up the phone now
by Tom Toole Dec 7
4 emails every agent should send (and how to do it)
How can you make sure people actually open your email marketing? Send these four types of emails leads and past clients actually want to read, and you'll become the local expert they look forward to hearing from
by Dale Archdekin Dec 7
What agents need to know about getting rid of household pests
Agents who are well-versed in the unpleasant — but very necessary — topic of pest and animal control can reassure both buyers and sellers and present them with helpful solutions. Plus, having that knowledge is also a quick way to gain their trust
by Gerard Splendore Dec 6
33 milliseconds to form an impression: 7 tips for making it count
It takes as little as 33 milliseconds for someone to form a first impression of you — so what are you doing to make sure you stand out? Here, top professionals from across the country share how they put their best selves forward
by Georg Chmiel Dec 6
Video is dominating internet search. Here's how to make it work for you
By identifying the content your clients desire, shooting quality videos, and positioning them in front of your ideal clients, your business can't help but grow
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 5
Make 2022 your best year ever! 6 tips for massive results
Opinion
To make 2022 your best year ever in real estate, make giving without expectation your biggest priority
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 4
Lesson Learned: There's never a reason to lose your cool
Find out how NYC agent Charlie Attias learned that staying cool, calm and collected is often the secret to real estate success
by Christy Murdock Dec 3
The Real Word's top 199 moments
Opinion
The Real Word is about to hit its 200th episode (next week!), and Inman has been there for all of it! Here Byron Lazine and Nicole White revisit their fave highlights from 199 episodes full of commentary on real estate's major news — plus all the fun in between
by Byron Lazine Dec 3
Inman Top 5: The biggest stories of the week Nov. 26 -  Dec. 3, 2021
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 Dec 3
'Online reviews don’t matter': 5 marketing myths debunked
Marketing has become an essential element of the real estate business. However, there are many myths and misconceptions about how to effectively market yourself and your listings. Here's the truth agents need to know
2022 candles
Anthony Hitt, CEO of Engel & Völkers Americas, explains why investing in listings, evoking a culture of leadership and building reserves are crucial when planning for the new year
by Anthony Hitt Dec 2