10 strategies for being more profitable in 2021
Want to be more profitable in this upcoming year? Here's how to work smarter, reduce expenses and find ways to make the best possible use of your time
by Bernice Ross Dec 9
Pulse: 20 ways to spread holiday spirit to your community
The holiday season is in full swing, so now's the time to stay engaged and top-of-mind with your community. Here's a list of ways you can do so while bringing some much-needed cheer to your sphere
by Inman Dec 8
Looking for marketing help? 3 questions to ask before you make a hire
Opinion
Your marketing is the storefront for your entire brand, so don’t cut corners, and don’t expect to go on autopilot
by Rachael Hite Dec 8
Bad smells kill sales! Don't let buyers sniff out these 8 offensive odors
With only one chance to make a good impression on buyers, obnoxious odors must be identified and dealt with before opening the doors to visitors. Here are a few to consider
by Carl Medford Dec 7
6 kitchen layouts every agent should know 
An agent who's able to visualize the potential of a kitchen can help buyers in improving and upgrading existing spaces. To do that, you have to know these basic kitchen layouts
by Gerard Splendore Dec 7
How to update your buyer’s checklist for 2021
The most important thing you can do for your clients, first and foremost, is to make health and safety a priority
by Santiago Arana Dec 7
Inman Handbook on unlocking the power of Homesnap
Find out how Homesnap's functionality is designed to benefit agents and their clients, and get the scoop on the company's many updates this year
by Christy Murdock Dec 7
What to expect when shifting to a buyer's market
Opinion
Nobody really knows what will happen next year — or the year after. Shifts are normal for markets, so agents should think through possible changes and plan for them. Here are a few things to consider
by Andrew Fortune Dec 6
Deck the halls (and get your listing sold) with these 5 strategies
Although sellers may not be able to deck the halls the way they have before, they can still add plenty of holiday cheer. The key? Keeping it tidy enough for buyers to see the home's best features
by Antoinette Fargo Dec 5
The Real Word: Did this listing video go too far?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the listing video that elicited shocked responses from viewers and agents, things the real estate industry should be grateful for and CoStar’s acquisition
by Byron Lazine Dec 4
5 strategies for getting more clients without meeting face to face
Just because you're practicing social distancing doesn't mean your team should give up on engaging with prospects and clients. Here's how to build quality connections online
by Brandon Doyle Dec 4
Take stock! 4 tips for tying up loose ends before year-end
Don’t take any more baggage into the new year than you have to. Entering the new year with clarity and a clean slate will set you up for success for the year ahead
5 things to factor into your team's 2021 business plan
Now that we're nearing the end of the year, it's time to tweak, edit and rewrite your business plan to ensure your team hits the ground running in 2021. Here are a few things to think about
by Kathleen Black Dec 3
Does NAR's fair housing simulation work?
Opinion
NAR's mythical town of Fairhaven is meant to shed a realistic light on discrimination in the industry. But how does it stack up against standard fair housing classes? Here's one broker's experience
by Teresa Boardman Dec 3
3 tips for wrapping up 2020 on a positive note with your team
As we enter into a new year, it's important to review your team's strengths and weaknesses, and adapt accordingly. Here's how to prepare your agents to close out 2020 with energy and positivity
by James Harris AND David Parnes Dec 3
4 essential management responsibilities team leaders must nail
Opinion
Leadership is nothing if it doesn't provide a managerial framework, and management has little help without the vision of leadership. Here are a handful of management responsibilities team leaders need to own as we head into a new year
by Chris Pollinger Dec 3