referral marketing
You’re never speaking to just one person. You’re speaking to their entire unseen network, Jeff Sibel writes. Real estate rewards long-term relationships more than short-term commissions
by Jeff Sibel Jan 7
How this team leader closes 950 deals a year on cruise control
How do you lead a 70-agent team to 950 deals a year without burning out? In this episode, Matt Delhougne, shares the systems, structure and mindset behind his massive St. Louis team
signature candle for real estate agents
Troy Palmquist has used custom scented candles throughout his real estate career. Here’s why a private-label scent can become one of the most effective branding tools in an agent’s arsenal
by Troy Palmquist Jan 6
7 questions you MUST ask buyers before meeting in person
Qualify your buyer prospects up front with these proven questions to ensure you get your transaction to the closing table, Derek Carlson writes
by Derek Carlson Jan 6
Is AI working for you?
Christie's International Real Estate President Gavin Swartzman outlines 3 guiding principles that help brokers harness the power of AI to grow their value proposition and their business
by Gavin Swartzman Jan 6
running lean as an agent
Running a leaner real estate business isn’t about cutting corners, but rather, reducing friction, Kevelyn Guzman writes. Here are 6 ways to streamline in 2026
by Kevelyn Guzman Jan 6
mindset shifts
Step into the new year with clarity, confidence and a positive mindset, Amy Corr writes, and get ready to make 2026 your best year yet
by Amy Corr Jan 5
2026 business planning
Aligning your goals and implementing the changes you've identified can make all the difference as you move your business into 2026, Lori Muller writes
by Lori Muller Jan 5
set impossible goals
If 'same-old, same-old' isn't getting the results you want, maybe it's time to think bigger and set some impossible goals for yourself, Greg Hague writes
by Greg Hague Jan 5
real estate lead-gen lesson
As you seek to put together a lead-generation strategy, Josh Ries provides a starting point to help you determine who you're talking to
by Josh Ries Jan 5
real estate agent recruiting
Recruiting expert Brett Jennings explains that the best recruiting strategies are not about features and tech, but inviting agents to envision who they can become
by Brett Jennings Jan 5
2026 forecast
Everybody's looking ahead to 2026, so this week's Download rounds up the forecasts and advice you need to hit the ground running
by Christy Murdock Jan 5
Real estate marketing forecasts for 2026 point to tighter budgets, deeper AI use and rising platform volatility. real estate marketing 2026
From tighter budgets to deeper AI integration, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of higher stakes for social and digital marketing
by Jessi Healey Jan 5
real estate video marketing
If your resolution for 2026 includes a video marketing strategy, these real-life examples from Jimmy Burgess will provide inspiration for implementation
by Jimmy Burgess Jan 4
top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers
by Christy Murdock Jan 2
26 how-tos to future-proof your business in 2026
To help make sure that you start 2026 on the right foot, Dani Vanderboegh, who runs Inman's contributor program, has pulled together 26 how-tos worth reading again and again
by Dani Vanderboegh Jan 2