Communicate value! But how? A step-by-step buyer's presentation
Need help highlighting value in a buyer-broker presentation? Jimmy Burgess talks with Andrew Undem, who shares his '8 pillars of value' strategy for showcasing client benefits
by Jimmy Burgess Aug 4
7 musts for buyer presentations ahead of the commission deadline
Marketing expert Marci James shares strategies designed to help you showcase your value, negotiate commissions with confidence and build a thriving buyer's agent business in 2024
by Marci James Jul 30
Dot your i's and cross your t's. The paper chase is here: The Download
Ed Zorn, Anthony Lamacchia and others weigh in on buyer agreements, commission sharing and everything you need to know about the new forms
by Christy Murdock Jul 20
A piece of chocolate cake being removed from the whole
The California Association of Realtors says even though offers of compensation among brokers remain legal, members and their clients should not rely on 'historically common practices'
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 12
An ABR instructor's guide to buyer agreements and commissions
Not sure what to say to buyers and sellers about the way compensation works today? Bernice Ross offers insights from Accredited Buyer Representative instructor Rhonda Hamilton
by Bernice Ross Jun 25
Did NAR's buyer contract info clarify? Here's what you said
With questions of agency, agreements and compensation on the line, we asked you to let us know: Did NAR's clarification provide the insight you need? Here's what you had to say
by Inman May 7
9 post-Sitzer questions we still don't have answers to
Opinion
Change always brings chaos and disruption, broker Cara Ameer writes. While many of these issues have been lurking in the background, they illustrate the work that remains to be done
by Cara Ameer Mar 1
Objection-handling scripts for the buyer representation agreement 
If you're rethinking your buyer consultation and implementing a buyer representation agreement, team leader Carl Medford shares what you need to know to explain the change to your clients
by Carl Medford Feb 21
3 reasons you should be using a buyer agreement now
According to broker Joseph Santini, buyer agreements are good for buyers and good for buyer agents. Learn more about these valuable tools and how to get them signed
by Joseph Santini Dec 14
Here's how to talk to buyers now: The Download
We dive deep into the nitty-gritty of exactly how to talk to buyers post-Sitzer and ensure you're communicating your value
by Christy Murdock Nov 18
New commission suits and strategies: Inman's Top 5
With Inman Top 5, you'll find the week's most essential stories, as chosen by our readers. Here are the most-read articles for Nov. 10-16, 2023
by Dani Vanderboegh Nov 17
The Sitzer verdict is in. Here's how to protect your buyer commission
There's already a perfectly simple solution to defining and communicating with buyers about your commission, writes broker-owner Teresa Boardman
by Teresa Boardman Oct 31
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