Real estate braces for year of mass consolidation as startups eye exit
A contracting market will place pressure on struggling startup entrepreneurs while some broker-owners use the down market as an opportunity to nail down a succession plan, analysts told Intel
by Daniel Houston Mar 22
EXCLUSIVE: Read Inman's Blueprint 2.0 for Uncertain Times
Real estate's top thought leaders shared their best advice for thriving in a slower market during CEO Connect in New York last month. Here's what they had to say
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 13
Freed from iBuying, Zillow wants more from its mortgage arm in 2023
To outside analysts, it appears Zillow got out of iBuying just in time. Now the company is looking ahead to a post-downturn world. Here are the biggest challenges Zillow will face in 2023
by Daniel Houston Jan 30
When it comes to real estate and data, keep it local
At ICNY on Tuesday, OJO Labs' Chris Heller and Nest Seekers International's Erin Sykes explain why real estate agents should pay less attention to national data and dig into local insights
by Marian McPherson Jan 24
Has eXp done enough to shed costs and still grow in 2023?
The all-online brokerage saw its growth finally slow amid a broader market contraction. CEO Glenn Sanford eyes the challenges ahead for 2023
by Daniel Houston Jan 18
How much money do you need before starting in real estate?
Budgeting correctly to start your career is critical for its success. Here are some common expenses, and a few items that may bust your budget if you do not plan ahead
by Chris Heller Jan 5
Down market may call for smarter marketing, OJO exec says
Chris Heller talks about the tech opportunities brokerages are overlooking ahead of his upcoming appearance at Inman Connect New York next month
by Daniel Houston Dec 28
Need clients? Here's how to capture and convert the 6 major buyer types
Converting leads into clients isn’t easy, but knowing various types of clients and how to market to them will help
by Chris Heller Nov 29
When is the right time to get licensed in other states?
If you're looking for an opportunity to expand your service or to take advantage of relocations to and from your area, licensure in multiple states may be the right option
by Chris Heller Nov 21
Recruiting season is afoot. 10 brokerage red flags to watch
Finding the right brokerage is essential to growing your real estate business. Watch for these warning signs that indicate it's a bad fit for you
by Chris Heller Nov 8
5 foolish financial fails (that could cost you everything)
Whether it's budgeting, taxes or managing day-to-day expenses, real estate agents need to pay close attention to money matters
by Chris Heller Nov 8
Need to pinch your pennies? These 11 smart-money tips will help
No matter how far along you are in your career, you may come across a dry spell. In real estate, nothing is guaranteed, put your finances first with these tips
by Chris Heller Nov 8
What to watch for in Zillow's first post-iBuyer earnings report
Zillow's last earnings report included news that the Zillow Offers iBuyer program would shut down. Three months later, observers are waiting for the next pivot
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 10
Who is Mark Willis, the CEO at the center of Keller Williams' eXp feud?
Colleagues and real estate professionals offer their take on Mark Willis, who made waves with his sharp leadership skills and charisma that ushered the Texas-based brokerage into a new era
by Marian McPherson Feb 10
Former KW CEO Chris Heller to advise startup Blended Sense
Heller will retain his current position as chief real estate officer at OJO Labs, while also becoming an adviser and investor in Blended Sense
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 9