Agents are more important than ever. Here's why
Opinion
It's a tough world out there for real estate agents. Find out how to boost your self-confidence and communicate your unique value proposition
by Jay Thompson Apr 27
7 ways to create name recognition with no budget
Opinion
No cash? Don't fret. There are plenty of ways to establish yourself as a new agent and make connections without spending a lot
by Darryl Davis Apr 26
Win 'em over! 7 steps for a fierce listing presentation
Opinion
Bring your confident self and exceptional service to every client opportunity. From there, follow these steps to devise an effective listing presentation that will have you winning listings like a champ
by Rainy Hake Austin Apr 25
8 mistakes agents make that take them off track and how to avoid them 
Opinion
There are lots of things you can do to build your business with balance. Here's how to stay focused, productive and smiling
by Darryl Davis Apr 25
5 simple scripts to reconnect with your sphere 
Opinion
Staying in touch with your sphere of influence is the foundation of building and maintaining your business. Here are a few authentic scripts for effective follow-up
by Darryl Davis Apr 25
10 unique strategies to create listings where there are none
Opinion
Generating listings in today's competitive market can be done — as long as you have the marketing savvy and tech tools to help you. Bernice Ross spells out some top options to consider for your business
by Bernice Ross Apr 19
How to win a bidding war against a buyer who's paying all cash
Opinion
There are smart ways to overcome a cash offer for that apartment, condo or co-op your buyer really wants. Here's how to go about making your buyer's offer more competitive
Connect to convert: 11 tips for better social media engagement
Opinion
Being on social media is essential in the real estate industry today. It offers you the opportunity to connect both locally and with those who are part of the current relocation surge
by Jimmy Burgess Apr 15
'Bigger is not always better': 5 tips to elevate your social media
Regardless of how you feel about it, in this day and age, social media is a powerful tool. Here's how to put it to work for your real estate business
by Ricardo Rodriguez Apr 14
Own Your Freedom, by Dr. David Phelps
Opinion
This book is one of Phelps' tools to help educate people about achieving financial success — using a different approach than that of most financial advisers
by Nicole Espinosa Apr 12
How to look more experienced at selling luxury real estate
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First-class service, thoughtful follow-up and a professional approach are all steps on the pathway to success in the luxury space. Here's how to look more put-together from day one
by Laura Stace Apr 8
Leaders, let 'em know: 5 tips for giving better feedback
Opinion
Communication is key to performance improvement. Here are steps you can take to propel your team members forward in their work in a positive and powerful way
by Rainy Hake Austin Mar 29
Move over millionaires! How to become a billion-dollar agent
Opinion
Two classic books offer a tremendous amount of wisdom from the undisputed best of the best. Take advantage of them to boost your business
by Bernice Ross Mar 16
Forget conventional wisdom! The new rules for buyers
Opinion
You may think you know how to talk to buyer leads but today's market offers different challenges. Avoid these three things in your first contact with a buyer
by Jeff Glover Mar 15
Get all the New Agent Essentials you need to jump-start your real estate career here at Inman
To help you thrive faster, we've put all our top advice for new real estate agents in one spot. You'll never look like a rookie with Inman's New Agent Essentials
by Dani Vanderboegh Feb 21