Before you take the plunge: What to know before becoming a part-time agent
Ready to begin your real estate career by going part-time? Part-time agent Joel Lock offers his tried-and-true advice for agents taking the dual-career plunge
by Joel Lock Jun 6
Can you answer these 10 common questions about your new listing?
Opinion
Only a small percentage of agents can answer these ten questions about their listings. Are you one of the select few who can? 
by Bernice Ross May 13
The secret to generating more 'offer-ready' buyers
Do you have buyers who are on the fence about writing an offer? Bernice Ross interviews Andrew Flachner of RealScout on how to get your buyers 'offer-ready'
by Bernice Ross Apr 27
Is the pandemic over, or isn’t it?
Opinion
Is the pandemic over? With masks, the economy, in-person meetings and the lasting heartache around COVID-19, it's difficult to tell
by Teresa Boardman Apr 27
Busted! 11 myths your clients believe about the current market
Opinion
In today's wild market, there are plenty of bad ideas on both sides of the buyer-seller equation. Here's how to correct those misconceptions so that everyone can get what they want
by Cara Ameer Apr 18
Lone ranger vs. social butterfly: How to strike the balance at work
Opinion
Encouraging introverted agents often comes down to some creative gear-switching. In this Agent/Broker Perspective, Miami broker Anthony Askowitz offers a hypothetical scenario and a practical resolution
by Anthony Askowitz Apr 12
Meet Playhouse, the app that wants to turn Zillow scrolling into a game
Opinion
Playhouse is brand new, features a price-guessing game and has recently had an infusion of venture capital. The pitch is that it's TikTok, but for real estate
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 7
Stress less, do more: Pain-free productivity tips that work
It’s the little things that matter most when it comes to making your workday more productive
by Christy Murdock Apr 6
The 42 best and worst real estate agents in movie history, ranked
In honor of the 94th Academy Awards this Sunday, Inman combed through dozens of movies — including a few killer alien flicks — to see what Hollywood really thinks of the real estate industry
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 25
10 things agents should stay focused on in 2022 
It’s time to shake things up and do things a little differently. Lean into these best practices and smart strategies for a successful year
by Darryl Davis Feb 21
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
hundred dollar bills lined up
Understand and believe in what you bring to the equation, and you'll be able to speak from your heart and not your head to earn both the trust and business of your sellers
by Darryl Davis Feb 5
WATCH: Agent faces assault rap for viral mid-flight brawl with senior
Former actress Patricia Cornwall, who has worked for Coldwell Banker and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, was arrested in Atlanta on Dec. 23 following her attack on a maskless elderly man
by Ben Verde Dec 28
8 tips for dealing with unhappy real estate clients
Whatever your takeaway, try to turn this negative experience into a teachable moment, so you can learn and evolve
by Ben Mizes Dec 17
7 types of oddball homes — and how to find them
Finding unconventional homes requires a bit more work than looking on the MLS, but once you are known for a niche, clients will start coming to you through referral sources and word of mouth. If oddball homes are an area you want to expand in, here's what you should know
by Luke Babich Dec 10