It's a jungle out there: 4 tips for mentally preparing buyers
From coaching buyers on how to best present an offer to instilling trust in the process, mentally preparing buyers on what to expect is one of the most crucial jobs an agent will have throughout a client’s journey
by David Parnes AND James Harris Jul 15
How to build lifelong relationships in real estate
From generating leads to preserving those connections, there's a lot you need to master as an agent. But never fear, dear rookie. Here, Inman contributor Jimmy Burgess will arm you with tips, tricks and time-tested strategies to build those lifetime relationships
by Jimmy Burgess Jul 15
Still not making video? 4 excuses holding you back
Although personal videos are easy and cheap to create, a lot of agents still shy away from them. Here are a few excuses you might be using to avoid the camera and what you can do to overcome them
by Kris Lindahl Jul 15
When information is readily available, what's an agent's value?
In today's information era, you should stop trying to compete with Google, and instead, showcase your experiential knowledge, principles and competency. That's what will truly set you apart
by Kathleen Black Jul 15
Here's one simple thing new agents can do to avoid trouble
Opinion
Know where the line is between excellent customer service and getting into areas that are beyond the scope of a real estate agent. Here's why
by Teresa Boardman Jul 15
How to train your team to speak to its value
Training your agents to speak about the value of your real estate company will help the entire team grow faster — and that is good value for everyone
by Adam Hergenrother Jul 15
Pulse: What's your biggest agent pet peeve right now?
This week, we're inviting you to share your pet peeves — things other agents do that make you just want to pull your hair out. What are some irritating behaviors you're seeing today?
by Inman Jul 14
When things go south: 6 tips for fixing virtual meeting problems
Technology problems in virtual meetings are part of the landscape. From arriving early to troubleshoot problems to switching to audio-only mode, here are a few nifty tips that'll help you keep interruptions at bay
by Bernice Ross Jul 14
How to explain the value of a buyer's agent to clients
Opinion
Don't neglect to explain how valuable local knowledge can be, along with the importance of representation and being a fiduciary
by Jay Thompson Jul 14
Privacy rules are changing marketing. Are you prepared?
Opinion
The privacy revolution is here, impacting every single way you do marketing on the internet. You must change too. You're not going to be able to grow your business using yesterday’s playbook — so burn it
by Chris Smith Jul 13
Pulse: Readers share stories of flopped deals (and what they learned)
Ever had a deal fall through? You're not alone. This week, readers share stories of failed transactions, what went wrong and what they learned
by Inman Jul 13
What on earth is going on with lumber prices?
Opinion
Even though lumber prices have ticked down a bit recently, they're still drastically up from where they were last year. So, what's happening?
by Andrew Syrios Jul 13
4 essential traits to look for in a broker
Having a real estate broker who embodies these crucial traits could make the difference between your success or failure as a new agent
by Erica Ramus Jul 12
What real estate agents should know about engineered wood floors
Real estate agents who can discuss various options and installation methods for older homes and fixer-uppers will clearly have an advantage when working with buyers
by Gerard Splendore Jul 12
3 biggest mistakes you're making with your website content
Creating content is a great way to draw visitors and potential clients to your website. But what if your content-creation strategy isn't working? Chances are, you're making one of these mistakes
by Kate Hulbert Jul 12
Lesson Learned: Always be open to learning something new
Find out how award-winning Queens NY agent Bianca Colasuonno takes a scholarly approach to the practice of real estate
by Christy Murdock Jul 12