WATCH: From firefighter to 1,500 units owned
Opinion
Find out how this firefighter-turned-self-taught-investor and his business partner built and scaled their business for greater financial freedom
by Chris Haddon May 24
Circa 1910: What real estate agents need to know about four square homes
Opinion
Four square and kit homes in any number of variations are commonplace across the country. Today, these houses may have been updated, modernized or expanded
by Gerard Splendore May 24
Stop, look, listen: Focus on what sellers are NOT saying at listing presentations
Opinion
Clients tell you so much, not only with what they say but how they decorate, how they interact with each other and what they don’t say. If you’re not actively listening and asking questions from the beginning, it will come back to bite you later in the process.
by Christine Carr May 24
These sisters didn't meet until age 48. Now they sell Vegas together
They share the same DNA. They lived in the same city for decades. And their children even both graduated from the same high school on the same day. But real estate sisters Michele Dugan and Trish Morgan didn't know each other existed until mid-life
by Lillian Dickerson May 24
Don't stunt your growth! 7 truths to embrace now
Opinion
There are some rules that are self-evident for building a successful real estate business. Master these seven principles to supercharge your growth
by Jimmy Burgess May 22
An image of a bear and bull to represent economic resources for real estate agents.
Opinion
Want to increase your economic and finance IQ? 9 ways to stay informed every day
by Christy Murdock May 21
Tom Ferry talks housing, marketing: The Real Word
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White welcome Tom Ferry to discuss housing bubble talk, home affordability and marketing
by Byron Lazine May 20
Compass expands to 30A, brings on Spears Group, more agents
With the move into 30A, the brokerage brings on 20 new agents in the region, who represented over $720M in sales volume in 2021, to better serve their clients
by Lillian Dickerson May 20
Don't hire a financial adviser without reading this first
Two certified financial planners explain what real estate agents need to know about finding a financial advisor and creating a plan that will bolster your pockets and peace of mind
by Marian McPherson May 20
5 practices for sustaining your business through any market
Opinion
Although the circumstances of today's real estate market may be distinct to the present moment, as seasoned professionals, we've navigated challenging markets before and come out the other side
by Anthony Hitt May 20
15 smart money management rules to live by
There’s always room to grow when it comes to making smarter financial choices. Whether it’s a quick fix or a long-term strategy, here are some savvy money moves you can start making today
by Christy Murdock May 19
Here’s what real estate agents can do to win in a 'complex market' in 2022
From maintaining relationships to fighting property tax bills, successful real estate producers shared their top tactics for winning over clients at Inman Connect Now on Thursday
by Taylor Anderson May 19
Here's what real estate team leaders need to do as the market shifts
Many agents entered real estate during a moment of unprecedented growth. Veteran team leaders at Connect Now shared their tips on how to guide agents through a market that isn't as strong
by Jim Dalrymple II May 19
Broker Spotlight: Elissa K. Williams, RE/MAX Success
Opinion
Meet RE/MAX Success broker-owner Elissa K. Williams, who built her 58-agent brokerage after losing her office manager job at the height of the pandemic
by Dani Vanderboegh May 19
How to help new agents fail upward
Opinion
Help your new agents by encouraging them to let missteps become stepping stones. They'll win in the short term and develop what they need to have long and successful careers
by Darryl Davis May 18
Step out of the spotlight: How to be a standout team leader
Opinion
Being a standout leader can take many forms and often requires you to stand back and give support instead of grabbing the spotlight
by Santiago Arana May 18