Are you prepared for a market shift? Master these 3 skills
The market might be sizzling right now, but there’s a cooler backside to any hot market. Those who anticipate the shift and effectively prepare are those who will succeed once the new realities emerge
by Carl Medford Aug 31
Lesson Learned: Believe in the power of investing in you
Find out how Atlas Real Estate’s Ryan Boykin turned his entrepreneurial talents toward a career in real estate and a belief in the power of investing
by Christy Murdock Aug 31
Losing bidding wars? 10 strategies for victory
With a red-hot seller's market, listings are now getting multiple offers — and agents have to be prepared for bidding wars. Here are a few tried-and-true strategies agents can use to beat out the competition
by Kseniya Korneva Aug 30
The Real Word: When should buyers walk away?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss when buyers should walk away from a property, buyer beliefs and Jerry Seinfeld's thoughts on New York City
by Byron Lazine Aug 28
What's the future of iBuyers in light of COVID-19?
Opinion
Although no one knows exactly what the future holds for real estate, things seem particularly uncertain for iBuyers. Here's a look at the advantages and disadvantages these companies are facing as they navigate the current housing market
by Luke Babich Aug 28
Free camping in the city, or lack of affordable housing options?
Opinion
The seat of a bike is a great way to really see the harsh realities of a city. Here's what one broker observed as she biked her way along homeless encampments
by Teresa Boardman Aug 27
7 tips for protecting your commission when staging
Staging adds value to the sale — but it should not break your bank. As an agent, use these seven tips to protect your income when incorporating home staging into your listing process
by Jennie Norris Aug 27
Can a life coach help your real estate business?
A life coach can help you level up your career and create balance for a fulfilling life
by Adam Hergenrother Aug 27
Smart home tech for agents: Which Amazon Echo product is right for you?
Amazon Echo products are nifty, convenient gadgets, and they can leave a lasting impact on clients when presented as closing gifts. But with a sea of options out there, which one should you go for?
by Brandon Doyle Aug 27
Are you learning from the market turn? Adjust your focus now
The coronavirus pandemic pressed the reset button on our personal and business lives. So, for agents looking to make good use of this time to grow their businesses, here are a few ways to do that by zeroing in on education
by Kuba Jewgieniew Aug 27
Lead, plan, communicate — the 3 basics of coaching through uncertainty
This time of uncertainty proved to be a true test for good leadership. As a leader, you should be stepping in and coaching your team to better adapt to this new landscape. Here's how
by James Harris AND David Parnes Aug 27
How to build an onboarding process that’ll grow with your team
A strong onboarding program will help agents feel truly welcome and recognize that you put your agents’ needs at the top of your priority list
by Ryan Rodenbeck Aug 27
What real estate agents can learn from doctors
Opinion
Are you being treated like the professional you are? Here’s what medical professionals know that many real estate professionals do not
by Troy Palmquist Aug 27
'Coaching? I don’t need a coach!' Why agents turn down coaching
Coaching leads to higher performance, which is why so many agents swear by it. And yet, despite its many benefits, some still choose to forgo the practice. Here are three main reasons agents shy away from coaching
by Jay Thompson Aug 26
Pulse: Who are your favorite social media influencers, and why?
This week, we're asking you to share your favorite social media influencers. Who are the people you look to for advice on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and even TikTok? And more importantly, why? 
by Inman Aug 26
Need to cut costs? Create your own leads — for free
Looking to reduce expenses? Consider cutting your lead spend. If you’re willing to invest some extra time, you can generate your own leads for free and liberate yourself from paying for today's costly leads
by Pat Hiban Aug 26