24 real estate pros share their Lessons Learned: 2024 roundup
For six years now, Inman has been highlighting real estate professionals across the nation in the Lesson Learned column. Here’s a look back at 2024’s most memorable profiles and advice
by Inman Dec 24
Kevin Sears opens up about NAR, the DOJ and a hectic year of travel
In his 6 months as president, Sears has racked up time in Washington with the DOJ, focused on the trade organization's future and traveled — a lot. He shared his takeaways with Inman ahead of ICLV
by Taylor Anderson Jul 9
Rise above market hurdles to help buyers attain the American dream
Opinion
Troy Palmquist argues that the American dream of homeownership is alive and well, and together, real estate professionals can help more people achieve it
by Troy Palmquist Jul 4
Getting loud about my heritage has shaped my life and career
Celebrate AAPI month with Atlanta team leader Amy Tep by taking the time to understand the many different types of people who are part of the AAPI community
by Amy Tep May 13
Mauricio Umansky
The founder of The Agency is part of a team launching the American Real Estate Association as NAR continues to face criticism and legal trouble
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 24
This LGBTQ+ advocate has a message for agents
Erin Morrison, LGBTQ Alliance 2023 president, shares the growing fears among the LGBTQ+ community, where RPACs and the code of ethics come in, and how to be an ally
by Dani Vanderboegh Jun 23
NAR's lobbying playbook: 'Make friends before you need them'
During a panel about lobbying at the Realtors Legislative Meetings, the trade group explained that building a relationship with a congressperson or senator is like building a relationship with a friend — it takes time and is not a one-way street
Authenticity matters! Win high-net-worth clients by giving back
Real estate has been good to everyone last year, so now's the time to think about investing in communities that mean something to you. Here's how you can align yourself with a charitable cause and win clients
by Richard Horswell Jan 29
NAR fills out advocacy team, touts it as 'the envy of Washington'
Bryan Greene, Helen Devlin and Joe Harris are moving up the ranks of the 1.4 million-member trade group's lobbying operation
NAR looks forward to 'centrist public policy' under Joe Biden
NAR expects new administration will restore fair housing rules and support bipartisan legislation related to minority homeownership, first-time homebuyers and housing supply
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 13
Why you should treat your relationship with clients like a partnership
Opinion
Here's why working together, side by side, as partners is the best way to build rapport, establish mutual trust and create loyalty between real estate agents and their clients
by John Giffen Aug 9
Arizona agent uses real estate marketing skills for activism
Keller Williams agent Bill Rosene has leveraged his business network and background to support grass-roots teacher campaign #RedForEd
by Teke Wiggin May 25
The Braveheart approach: risking it all in business
Advocate for others, they'll advocate for you
by Marian McPherson Aug 9
Rob Hahn: The path forward for the Realtor association