'But Zillow said … ': How to handle the top 7 seller pricing objections
Opinion
From testing the market to outrageous expectations, today's sellers may have a host of objections to the price you're proposing for their potential listing. These seven scripts are designed to help you counter their arguments
by Carl Medford Mar 18
The new bill that could destroy homeownership: The Real Word
Opinion
This week: Byron Lazine and Nicole White offer insights on a new California bill to tax flippers, a new NAR report on home values, and Walmart's new mortgage partnership
by Byron Lazine Mar 18
'A spigot turned on full-blast': Ahead of spring, agents scramble for help
Brokers and team leaders told Inman they've been racing to hire support staff in preparation for real estate's busiest season of the year — but finding good help hasn't been easy, they say
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 18
Start strong: This team leader closed 499 last year (and so can you!)
Opinion
Whether you’re a brand new agent or a seasoned veteran looking to have your best year ever, refocus on foundational strategies. Add value and create opportunities for the conversations that become conversions
by Jimmy Burgess Mar 18
How to win the current market? Invest wisely, and prepare for a shift
Speakers at Inman Connect Now on Thursday discussed the latest market trends and what they're willing to spend money on now, while cautiously making a few predictions for the future
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 17
Meet the next generation of high-net-worth buyers
Opinion
Millennials make up the next generation of high-net-worth buyers, and spend 21.6 percent of their income on housing. Here's what makes them tick and what they're looking for in an agent
by Mauricio Umansky Mar 17
Planning to get away? Here’s how to shut it down when on vacation
It's important to take time off to recharge, reconnect with family and friends, and re-center yourself. Here are some strategies that will help you get ready to step away and then enjoy yourself on vacation
by Santiago Arana Mar 17
Could a real estate team be your golden ticket?
Luxury real estate duo James Harris and David Parnes share how to decide if teaming up is the right move for you
by David Parnes AND James Harris Mar 16
Here are the barriers you see to leadership for women in real estate: Pulse
This week we asked about barriers for women in real estate leadership. What stops women from taking advantage of opportunities when they present themselves, and how can women take on greater roles in the industry?
by Inman Mar 16
Take the lead! 5 key qualities you'll need in real estate
Opinion
Like any other professional skill, leadership is a competency that can be refined and developed throughout your career. Grab your guiding compass of core values, communicate with your teammates clearly and move forward with the mindset you need for a triumphant voyage
by Rainy Hake Austin Mar 15
‘Reach back as you push forward’: An Inman leadership reader
Opinion
Inman is a great place to read about leadership and hear from some of the industry’s heavyweights. Here are some words of wisdom from an array of Inman contributors on all aspects of leadership today
by Christy Murdock Mar 14
How to give feedback to your boss or leadership team
Opinion
Success in work and life happens one conversation at a time. The more feedback team members give and get, the better everyone will become
by Adam Hergenrother Mar 14
The stuff of leaders: Readers on what it takes to inspire
A good leader will improve the chance of success for their brokerage, their agents, their team and themselves
by Jay Thompson Mar 11
Is this the end of real estate love letters? The Real Word
Opinion
This week: Byron Lazine and Nicole White offer insights on an Oregon judge's buyer love letter decision, a boom in new real estate agents, and name Christy Murdock as Marketeer of the Week
by Byron Lazine Mar 11
Russia, Ukraine, interest rates: Economist answers burning spring market questions
Interest rates are on the move, but maybe not in the direction you'd expect. Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner reveals what the Russian invasion of Ukraine may mean for interest rates and the spring housing market
by Matthew Gardner Mar 11
Be the hedgehog, not the fox: 5 tips to level up
Opinion
Moving a business from good to great sounds like a massive undertaking, but it often comes down to a handful of best practices. Agents can apply these strategies from Day 1 to build a better business
by Jimmy Burgess Mar 11