5 ways to reset systems, scale with ease, future-proof your business
Shift your business out of survival mode when you adopt a CEO mindset, implement smart processes and procedures, and scale with the future in mind, broker Jessica Souza writes
by Jessica Souza Apr 22
real estate economist
Windermere Economist Jeff Tucker looks at how a combination of tariffs, economic uncertainty, and rebounding interest rates may cause both buyers and sellers to hunker down for now
by Jeff Tucker Apr 21
Private listings negatively impact both buyers and sellers: Watchdog
Opinion
Stephen Brobeck, senior fellow at the Consumer Policy Center, examines competing interests and competing policies to determine which will benefit consumers
by Stephen Brobeck Apr 21
11 easy-to-copy, trending Instagram Reel examples 
Focus on becoming the first person people think of when they think of your city
by Jimmy Burgess Apr 20
Trending: Skipping the middleman, 'White Lotus' energy, travel trends
Unpack the latest platform shifts, viral trends and cultural cues — from direct-to-source buying to travel-driven storytelling and meme-powered marketing
by Jessi Healey Apr 19
Rounding up the latest on private listings, portal bans: The Download
There was no shortage of opinions following Zillow's (and later, Redfin's) ban on private listings marketed publicly
by Christy Murdock Apr 18
Delayed Marketing Exempt Listings vs. portals: Who's right?
Opinion
Real estate brokers need flexible business options to meet people where they are and help them make the decisions that work for their unique circumstances, Cara Ameer writes
by Cara Ameer Apr 18
Private listing portal ban fallout, reaction, forms: Inman 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 Apr 18
Bright MLS CEO: Time for fence-sitting is over. It's time to decide
Opinion
If you’re arguing for secrecy in a marketplace that is built on trust and efficiency, Bright MLS CEO Brian Donnellan writes, then maybe it’s not the model that’s outdated — maybe it’s the mindset
by Brian Donnellan Apr 18
10 things your broker wishes real estate school taught you
Broker Joseph Santini offers 10 truths about real estate that will put you on the right track and save you some time on your path to success
by Joseph Santini Apr 18
How brokerages and proptech can tap into fractional leadership
Fractional leadership isn’t a trend, Amy Chorew writes. It’s a flexible, future-ready model built for the realities of modern business
by Amy Chorew Apr 17
Broker Spotlight: Jessica Souza, Paradise Exclusive Real Estate
Find out how this broker and author learned to bet on herself while providing leadership that gives back to her agents and the communities they serve
by Christy Murdock Apr 17
Take the Inman Intel Index survey for April
Opinion
Each month, hundreds of real estate agents, brokers, executives and investors report on what they're seeing in their corner of the industry. Add your insights. Take the survey
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 17
Finding Financial Freedom: Julie Han’s journey to independence
In a time when women’s financial independence is more important than ever, coach Melanie Klein writes, real estate offers an exciting, dynamic pathway to success
by Melanie Klein Apr 17
5 tips for stepping up as a listing agent on your real estate team
The difference between those who struggle and those who thrive as a listing agent, coach Verl Workman writes, is the willingness to learn, adapt and take action
by Verl Workman Apr 17
How top teams and agents can create real estate clients for life
As portals bet on predictive AI, algorithms and massive ad spends to build customers for life, Bernice Ross writes, you can be there personally for the important milestones in your clients’ lives
by Bernice Ross Apr 17