Pulse: How our readers are preparing for winter
This week, our readers tell us what they're doing to prepare for the winter months ahead, covering topics like virtual learning and marketing. Here's what you had to say
by Inman Nov 3
Is Redfin’s job to make money or create positive change?
Opinion
If you think this suit only affects Redfin, think again. It has the potential to impact everyone in this industry
by Jay Thompson Nov 3
Thinking of going indie? 9 critical points to consider
Opinion
Here's what you must consider to protect yourself, provide the highest possible level of client care and effectively compete with larger players
by Carl Medford Nov 2
3 superpowers indie brokerages have in 2020
Opinion
After merging with a national brokerage, I realized there were things about the boutique lifestyle that I’d never find in a national brand. Here are the major benefits of indie brokerages
by Andrew Fortune Nov 1
Looking for fall pop-by ideas? Here's what readers are doing
Pumpkin spice and all things nice, here are a few ways to connect with clients safely
by Inman Oct 30
Inman Handbook on luxury marketing
What do top luxury agents know about marketing — both themselves and their properties — that can help you move to the next professional level?
by Christy Murdock Oct 30
Side continues C-suite expansion with new chief operating officer
Side, a San-Francisco based real estate brokerage that partners with top-producing agents, teams and brokers to handle back-end operations, has enlisted Elizabeth Tse as its chief operating officer
Quickly pay agents and accept deposits with Bank Shot
The pandemic has pushed every aspect of the transaction deep into the digital age, and this broker-developed app continues to help everyone get their money faster
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 29
Show off your listing! 6 tips for creating engaging IGTV videos
Virtually touring a home is an essential part of the business now, so IGTV is a worthy place to focus video efforts. Here are a few tips to help you gain traction
by Mauricio Umansky Oct 29
Thinking about retiring? 5 ways to leverage your license
Opinion
So many agents are ready to give it all up, not realizing just how much their expertise, brand and knowledge matter. Here's how to turn those things into a revenue stream after retirement
by Faisal Susiwala Oct 29
Stop! Before you hire, hone your business strategy
Often, teams are created in a rush — which is why a lot of them crumble instantly. Instead of hiring help as quick fix, here's why you should take a step back and create a structure for your business
by Kathleen Black Oct 29
Commission compression is coming. Be prepared
Opinion
It's time to get ready for the end of the de facto 6% payday. When it comes to commission compression, it's not a matter of if, but when
by Jay Thompson Oct 29
Listing a home with personality? 4 tips for selling unique luxury homes
When we took on a custom-built, 4,000-square-foot, Amish home, mostly clad in white cedar, with a 10-acre horse farm, we knew we'd have to be strategic with this unique luxury home. Here's what we learned along the way
by Andre Clayton Oct 29
How to prepare your team to start 2021 right
Opinion
What are you going to do today — and every day for the next two months — to finish the year strong?
by Adam Hergenrother Oct 29
Pulse: How are you preparing for winter?
As the temps drop, what are you doing to prepare your business for the winter months ahead? Chime in with your thoughts this week
by Inman Oct 28
Dumped, ghosted and bad behavior: How to deal with tough situations
Opinion
Think twice before reacting, and take additional steps to slow down your thought process and prepare clients for potential pitfalls in today’s fast-paced real estate landscape
by Rachael Hite Oct 28