Data confirmation, compensation, Opendoor resignation: 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 Dani Vanderboegh Aug 22
Two women in a home in a skills-based real estate market.
The market has shifted. If you’re working the same way you did a year ago, you’re likely getting half the results, coach Verl Workman writes. Talent is rewarded over timing
by Verl Workman Aug 22
Man in hooded sweatshirt with no face in front of computer code to represent pig butchering financial scam
Scammers prey on the loneliness epidemic and desire for genuine connection, security expert Robert Siciliano writes, a feeling that even the most successful among us can experience
by Robert Siciliano Aug 22
family with sold home as part of how to write a real estate case study
Want to brag on your business and the service you provide? There’s no more convincing format than a case study based on a previous transaction
by Christy Murdock Aug 22
pet screening for rental
Setting clear expectations and conducting thorough assessments allows landlords and property managers to accommodate responsible pet owners, Ryan Barone writes
by Ryan Barone Aug 22
Broker Spotlight: Matt Borland, Corcoran Icon Properties
Find out how this Northern California brokerage executive is bringing 'measured, intentional growth' across his region, while preserving company culture and values
by Christy Murdock Aug 21
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Opinion
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by Daniel Houston Aug 21
A classroom where real estate training could take place for new agents.
Whether you lead a team, brokerage or mentor new agents, it's time to ask whether real estate training prepares them for long-term success, Josh Ries writes
by Josh Ries Aug 21
Background of fire with yelling man and scared man to symbolize how to manage difficult real estate clients.
Texas agent Tell Butler advises real estate agents to stay calm, cool and collected, even when client complications flare up
by Tell Butler Aug 21
Robot face symbolizing AI trust signals.
Traditional business development, measurable KPIs and consistent execution allow your real estate business to succeed in the age of AI, Molly McKinley writes
by Molly McKinley Aug 21
Two agents, one shy and one open, communicating agent value representing how to protect your commission.
Underselling yourself is a luxury you can’t afford in this tough market, coach Darryl Davis writes. Here are the strategies you need to prove your worth (and protect your commission)
by Darryl Davis Aug 21
Woman's eye showing through tear in paper to symbolize Opendoor's CEO resignation.
Being visible is not optional, communications expert Cristin Culver writes. It's fuel for growth, and now, it's an existential imperative
by Cristin Culver Aug 20
human hand shaking hand with robot hand to symbolize AI should not replace humans
Who really wins when your brokerage uses AI? For broker Holly Brink, tech adoption should never come at the price of personal client service
by Holly Brink Aug 20
A listing with a for-sale sign and snow flakes falling to represent a listing that has gone cold or that isn't selling.
If your listing has been sitting on the market for too long, trainer Bernice Ross shares 5 elements of a successful strategy to get it sold
by Bernice Ross Aug 20
Picture of HUD Secretary Scott Turner speaking at a podium.
Opinion
Realtors cannot stand idly by in the face of discriminatory housing policies, coach Darryl Davis writes. It's time to fight for the rights of non-English-speaking clients and neighbors
by Darryl Davis Aug 20
A woman in leadership standing in front of a glass cliff, which represents the struggles women in leadership face today.
Opinion
Women don’t lack the ability to lead, eXp's Wendy Forsythe writes. What’s missing is the willingness of organizations to give them the same chances that men have long been afforded
by Wendy Forsythe Aug 20