'Engage, work, share' to recruit and retain top talent
Kymber Lovett-Menkiti leads an Inman Connect panel on attracting and keeping the best of the best in 2024 by establishing a value proposition, creating exposure and cultivating culture
Gary Keller cites commission probe in pep talk touting agent happiness
'I'm happy. Screw 'em,' the Keller Williams co-founder told agents Tuesday at his Mega Agent Camp event, referring to antitrust suits involving commissions in which the brokerage is named
by Marian McPherson Aug 16
KW Cares is 20! Its CEO reveals how leaders can mobilize agents to give
Alexia Rodriguez, CEO of KW Cares, Keller Williams' philanthropic arm, reflects on the nonprofit's 20th anniversary and why companies with employee hardship funds enjoy higher retention rates
by Marian McPherson May 31
David Kramer is ready to bring out the 'soul' of Hilton & Hyland
As David Kramer steps into his role as Hilton & Hyland's president after a year of upheaval, the brokerage is repositioning itself. Kramer told Inman the goal is to effect change with culture
Mauricio Umansky: 'Something exciting happens every time I wake up'
In advance of his appearance at Inman Connect New York on Jan. 24-26, The Agency's founder and CEO told Inman he's always working but finds ways to unwind with his family
6 ways to create a must-stay culture and improve agent retention
Opinion
When agents love where they work and the people they work with, and they notice the effort you put into ensuring they have fun, it makes their decision to leave much harder
by Ian Hoover Jun 14
Kindness, trust and collaboration: Sherry Chris on ERA as it turns 50
Realogy Expansion Brands CEO Sherry Chris reflects on ERA Real Estate's 50th anniversary and shares the 3 keys to creating a brand that thrives
by Marian McPherson Apr 29
Agent retention woes? 4 tips to help reduce attrition
Opinion
The real estate industry has an abysmal agent retention rate. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Marcus Larrea, co-founder of Palm Paradise Real Estate, gives his winning formula for keeping agents happy and engaged, with your culture intact
by Marcus Larrea Apr 18
Looking for the right fit? 5 factors to consider when brokerage hunting
Whether you’re a newbie just getting started or an experienced veteran, choosing a brokerage is something every agent faces at some point. By knowing what differentiates one firm from another, you suss through the heap and find the brokerage that will best fit your needs and goals
by Chad Ruggles Nov 11
West + Main acquires Oregon-based Fred Real Estate Group
The acquisition will grow Colorado-based West + Main Homes by more than 130 agents and is set to be finalized by the end of 2021
Adam Contos shares the 3 principles behind RE/MAX's success
RE/MAX CEO Adam Contos shares how his career as a Marine and Special Weapons And Tactics leader informs how he leads, recruits and thinks about success
by Marian McPherson Jul 22
'Grit, tenacity and desire': 5 mega team leaders on scaling for success
Inman recently spoke with some of the country's top mega team leaders to learn more about the secret sauce behind how their teams continue to grow. Here's how they do it
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 24
The foundation of a resilient company is built on these 3 things
To be successful for the long haul, you need to build systems and habits that strengthen and sustain your team
by Marion Weiler Jun 24
Tackling agent retention? 4 strategies for a stronger firm
You can’t predict when your agents will decide their time with your brokerage is done, but while they’re with you, you can work to support them. Here are a few effective ways to prioritize retention
by Larry Alton Jun 10
Create a magnetic company culture by taking these 4 steps
Follow these proven practices to create a team culture that attracts — and retains — successful agents and employees