Everything to know about Compass' tech as the brokerage pivots
Compass has grown rapidly, but is now tasked with becoming profitable. Chief Operating Officer Greg Hart spoke to Inman about this key moment for the firm
by Jim Dalrymple II Sep 12
6 tips for building a database from scratch without spending a dime
Opinion
The strength of your database begins with you. If you are working on yourself and your business and showing up in the world trying to add value, others will respond in kind
by Jeff Roth Sep 9
Clever teams with Total Expert to land more lenders and homebuyers
Clever's integration of Total Expert's CRM and customer engagement platform could help the company drum up homebuyers who aren't already working with real estate agents
by Matt Carter Aug 23
Here's where you stand on CRMs: Pulse
Opinion
This week, you let us know where you stand on CRMs, including whether they're indispensable or more trouble than they're worth
by Inman Aug 17
More communications, less fluff. Bonzo upends the CRM: Tech Review
Opinion
Bonzo deftly avoids CRM stereotypes, yet does exactly what a true CRM should. Its video, live chat, email and text campaigns focus on quick responses, relevant subject matter and traceable discussions
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 11
BoomTown embeds Brokermint for end-to-end business automation
BoomTown promoted the rollout of fully integrated office oversight capabilities at Inman Connect Las Vegas to an exhibit hall full of current and prospective users on Wednesday
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 3
Chime stays busy in 2022, rolls out Social Studio marketing tool
The company announced at Inman Connect Las Vegas, the tool allows a hands-off approach to social outreach and a way to promote without spending long hours devising a strategy
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 3
Job 1 is your database: Here's how to keep it perpetually producing
If you do not currently have a database, it is time to start. To ignore your CRM is to leave a significant opportunity untapped
by Carl Medford Aug 1
Has your pipeline caught a cold? Best cures for reviving your CRM
Opinion
If the market shift has stalled out your CRM, it may be time to reset. Not sure where to start? We are here to diagnose and cure your CRM woes
by Rachael Hite Jul 25
Don't get it twisted: How to untangle the new market conditions and build back
Opinion
If your summer fun has been upended by the market shift you are not alone. Things are complicated at best, and it is time to choose your path forward
by Rachael Hite Jul 22
Happy Grasshopper adds 124th hgRECRUITS brokerage partner
Houston-based ERA Legacy Living is the latest brokerage to join real estate communication platform Happy Grasshopper. Legacy Living will use HG's data-powered recruiting platform
by Marian McPherson Jun 27
Why real estate offers the biggest opportunity to new tech companies
Opinion
The real estate industry is ripe for innovation. As agents continue to struggle to solve big and small problems, new tech is always welcome
by Georg Chmiel Jun 24
How to convert leads so you’re eligible for exclusive lead networks
Many agents are searching for leads to bump themselves out of a summer sales slump. Not just any agent can qualify for exclusive leads where conversion metrics matter, but here are a few tips to give yourself a leg up
by Chris Heller Jun 14
5 gentle prospecting ideas for your team 
Soft skills can help maintain "good vibes" and stave away dated sales scripts that deter clients. These gentle prospecting tips can help you and your team sell homes with heart over hustle
by Darryl Davis Jun 9