Lesson Learned: Luxury isn’t price, it’s experience
The Agency Camano Island's Bob Wold and Ellen Bohn blend decades of experience with a community-first mindset, creating client experiences that go beyond price points
by Jessi Healey Oct 2
Hoby Hanna
The hard part comes after the deal closes. Howard W. 'Hoby' Hanna tells you how to retain agents, reassure clients and lead through the uncertainty of a merger
by Howard W. Hanna Oct 1
stay or go
Brokerage leaders constantly make decisions due to change in our businesses, Claudia Stallings writes. But when monumental shifts occur, whether planned or not, there are always choices
by Claudia Stallings Sep 25
Mauricio Umansky
The right structure, talent and mindset can move you from plateau to peak performance
by Mauricio Umansky Sep 17
Crisis-proof leadership? Women wrote the playbook
Opinion
The leadership style many women embody — grounded in nuance, care and long-term thinking — is not only valid but essential in today's market, brokerage CEO Dezireh Eyn writes
by Dezireh Eyn Aug 12
Coldwell CEO encourages leaders to give up the M&A 'chase'
Ahead of Inman Connect San Diego, Coldwell Banker Realty president and CEO Kamini Lane talks about industry consolidation and the power of adopting a highly selective M&A strategy
by Marian McPherson Jul 29
You’re leaving money on the table when you don’t know your numbers
Troy Palmquist talks with Sean Soderstrom of Courted about how agents and brokers can use data more effectively to transform their businesses
by Troy Palmquist Jul 28
Competing philosophies, exclusive listings and the consumer trust tipping point
Opinion
Chris Kelly, president and CEO of HomeServices of America, asks whether decisions being made today are strengthening or weakening real estate pros' role in the homeownership journey
by Chris Kelly Jul 10
What you focus on flourishes: Intentional growth for life
Your energy goes where your attention flows, so what are you feeding? Debra Trappen wraps up her Lead with Fire series with inspiration for the journey ahead
by Debra Trappen Jul 10
The top 10 characteristics of a great real estate broker
Ready to step into brokerage leadership or step up your game? Broker Joseph Santini shares characteristics of great brokers to enhance your professional development
by Joseph Santini May 29
Beyond trophies: Top brokerages rethink agent appreciation
Rethink the way you support and celebrate the agents who make your brokerage run by reimagining your agent appreciation program, First Team's Lauren Henss writes
by Lauren Henss May 29
What skills will brokerages and their leaders need in 2025?
In the face of economic headwinds and shifting market dynamics, brokerages must embrace change with clarity, strategy and agility, The Agency's Rainy Hake Austin writes
by Rainy Hake Austin Apr 24
How flat leadership creates thriving agents, successful brokerages
The formula for a future-ready brokerage, according to new Inman contributor Abbey Wostal: Make yourself accessible, create a culture of collaboration and focus on growth over volume
by Abbey Wostal Mar 19
Srivatsaa steps down as Real president, opts for Board seat
The industry veteran recognized for his expertise in scaling brokerage operations was named to the position in December 2022. The job shift is slated to become official as of June 1
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 12
An image of arrows on a chart with a stick figure holding a telescope to symbolize real estate's leadership problem.
The question isn't 'Are you a leader?' It's 'What type of leader are you?' CEO Justin Bailey writes in this examination of his leadership journey
by Justin Bailey Dec 11