I'm a real estate agent. You can't tell me what to wear on the job
Opinion
It’s time to recognize that the business of selling homes doesn’t require a blazer, but it does require personality and skills, and that is not one-size-fits-all
by Rachael Hite Feb 13
These 10 skills will make you look like a natural born leader
Everyone has the ability to be a great leader, but not everyone has the drive. Developing leadership skill takes time, dedication and perseverance
by Missy Yost Feb 13
When your toughest competitor is the other agent
The next time you experience a hot-headed real estate agent on the other side of the deal, try these tips to cool it down
by Amie Quirarte Feb 13
Should you buy down your mortgage? The Real Word
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White are talking about buying down mortgages, investing in your real estate business and keeping up with current events
by Byron Lazine Feb 10
Courses designed to 'raise the bar' don't go far enough
Opinion
It is the little things that happen every day that cause distrust and the accusation that Realtors are not professional enough. Here's how to make things better
by Teresa Boardman Feb 10
Why 'dog days' are great for business
Opinion
The challenge of differentiation and capturing a buyer’s attention is monumental, for even the most skilled agents. In this agent's case, 'man’s best friend' is also an agent’s best friend
by Craig Spano Feb 10
7 power moves top agents are making right now
By focusing on optimizing the efficiencies in your business and serving others with the highest level of service possible, your continued success is inevitable
by Jimmy Burgess Feb 10
Corcoran Icon Properties brings on Real Estate People team, new office
The 40-person team, formerly of Coldwell Banker, has also brought on its Northern California office located in the Berryessa neighborhood of San Jose to Corcoran Icon Properties
What's the biggest rookie mistake agents make? The pros sound off
Read these responses shared by experienced agents and don't make the same mistakes other real estate rookies are making
by Jessi Healey Feb 9
How the 5 love languages can transform your work life
Help individuals identify their specific love language, and then work to develop an office culture that helps effectively nurture each other and builds on each other’s strengths and love languages
by Carl Medford Feb 9
The Prince Team reigns supreme in move from Compass to Corcoran
Dockery and the Prince Team have netted $500M in sales volume across 800 transactions and will now be affiliated with Corcoran's SoHo office, the brokerage told Inman exclusively
7 reasons agents decide to partner with a real estate team
Opinion
Teams provide the support top-performing agents need to elevate their success and grow their businesses to new levels
Best frenemies? How to make peace with the teammate you can't stand
Personality conflicts can be frustrating, but they don't have to undermine your business. Find out how to make peace with that agent who rubs you the wrong way
by Christy Murdock Feb 8
Is your trash talk violating the Code of Ethics?
Opinion
Be careful with your words when talking about competitors or sharing issues about your broker. Article 15 asks you to stay mindful to not break the Code of Ethics
by Troy Palmquist Feb 8
Douglas Elliman enters Wellesley, MA, bringing on Joni Shore Group
The move into Wellesley will be bolstered by Joni Shore's 3 decades-plus career in real estate, which now exceeds $600M in sales volume, according to news revealed exclusively to Inman
How to get out of your own head and shut down negative self-talk
Negative self-talk plagues almost everyone. It's time to turn off that negative voice in your head and move forward
by Bernice Ross Feb 7