The biggest headlines from NAR midyear and more: 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 Jun 6
The farming framework: A proven system for listing-driven growth
Whether you’re a new agent or a seasoned pro needing to regain momentum, geographic farming isn’t just a marketing tactic — it’s a foundation, Jimmy Burgess writes
by Jimmy Burgess Jun 6
How to keep a listing (and your sanity) when sellers won’t listen
As a listing agent, you didn't sign up to be steamrolled. You signed up to serve. Coach Darryl Davis shares strategies for working with difficult sellers
by Darryl Davis Jun 6
How today's agents are merging media, marketing and mastery
Savvy agents are leveraging digital media to showcase and share their expertise and win new business, The Agency’s Mauricio Umansky writes
by Mauricio Umansky Jun 6
Real Talk: Thoughts and prayers for those fighting 10-5
Has NAR leadership learned anything about consumers in the past 25 years? As they prepare to vote on changes, housing counselor Rachael Hite thinks they haven't
by Rachael Hite Jun 5
7 critical activities for effectively working with buyers in 2025
Those who understand the requirements of today's market and are willing to roll up their sleeves will reap the rewards, team leader Carl Medford writes
by Carl Medford Jun 5
Lead with Fire: Energy management for soulful leaders
Debra Trappen's series continues with inspiration for getting back in touch with the work that lights you up and renews your motivation
by Debra Trappen Jun 5
10 unexpected places to find your next top producer 
The best agents don’t always come from traditional backgrounds, coach Verl Workman writes. Sometimes, they're excelling in a different industry and waiting for the right opportunity
by Verl Workman Jun 4
5 real-talk tips for retaining real estate agents in 2025
Tailor your outreach and communication to the individual agent so that you're providing what they need to thrive, broker Holly Brink writes
by Holly Brink Jun 4
Tinka Ellington Group joins Compass after a decade at Elliman
The Tinka Ellington Group includes 7 agents with 25 collective years of experience in the industry and a sales volume totaling over $254M
by Richelle Hammiel Jun 3
The power of control: 8 ways to dominate in a challenging market
There are plenty of factors you can't control in the broader economy, Amy Corr writes, but there are ways to implement more control and consistency in your business
by Amy Corr Jun 3
Your circle prospecting plan is outdated. Here’s how to fix it
Stop chasing leads and start creating memorable outreach in person and online with helpful circle prospecting strategies from broker and lead gen specialist Josh Ries
by Josh Ries Jun 3
Stephen Kotler and son Max Kotler depart Douglas Elliman
Stephen Kotler is leaving Douglas Elliman following a 3-decade career at the brokerage. Meanwhile, his son Max has joined Corcoran Group with intentions of building a new team
This June, Inman is celebrating Today's Buyer Agent
Whether you're the buyer specialist on a team or a solo agent specializing in working with buyers, you'll find a lot to love in this helpful theme month
by Inman Jun 2
Eklund | Gomes Team launches in 30A market with new dev project
The Douglas Elliman team is entering into the growing luxury market in Florida by serving as exclusive sales and marketing reps for Kaiya Beach Resort, which features 131 luxury residences
Can you spot the bot? 6 clues your content screams AI
From odd punctuation to generic phrasing, Alyssa Stalker shows you how to spot AI’s fingerprints and keep your real voice front and center
by Alyssa Stalker May 31