24 of the best listing lead ideas for 2024
Listings remain the name of the game, and agents who have the systems and skills in place to list properties and create client relationships will win, author and coach Darryl Davis writes
by Darryl Davis Feb 5
More agents than ever earn business from networking and SOI
From cold calling and radio shows to painting classes, agent efforts to grow sphere of influence aren't one-size-fits-all
by Chris LeBarton Dec 29
7 lies unsuccessful agents believe that are holding them back
Don’t believe the lies. You are in the right place, at the right time, and in the exact business that can help you build the life you always dreamed of having
by Jimmy Burgess Aug 11
How we’re using QR codes for high-impact real estate marketing
Stop sending the same-old, same-old marketing collateral. Use QR codes to make everything you provide more meaningful
by Janet Pozos Jul 7
Totally not tech-savvy? 11 tools for neophytes
Here are some tips on software products Inman recommends for the new agent or the seasoned professional who’s just now coming around to the modern marketplace
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 30
Handwritten direct mail and AI landing pages? Addressable is the answer: Tech Review
Opinion
A USPS report found that more than 70 percent of Gen X survey respondents feel mail is more personal than online digital communications. Forty-seven percent of millennial respondents said they took the action of visiting the website of a company sending them direct mail
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 27
With ChatGPT, Addressable fully automates direct mail marketing
Addressable is partnering with Open AI’s ChatGPT software to make it even easier for agents to execute personalized marketing efforts. The product is called SmartCopy
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 14
7 types of real estate agents this market will crush
Some agent types aren't going to survive a downturn. Here's how to avoid being one of them
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 9
PostcardMania sent 14M mailers in 2021. Here's what agents can take away from direct mail campaigns
The targeted marketing company's largest real estate campaign was just over 53,000 pieces, but it found 3 out of 4 mailings were 500 or fewer pieces, with 70% stamping campaigns below 750
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 25
Use these 11 magic words to unlock opportunity in your business
Choose your words wisely. They truly do set the course for your journey. Focus on your ideal clients and how you can best serve them
by Jimmy Burgess Oct 13
PostcardMania focuses on agents in latest print-digital collaboration
The Everywhere Real Estate plan also sets up an agent's Google My Business Profile, another critical facet of online marketing that can challenge smaller teams and new agents
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 29
Inman Review: Industry-rooted Usherpa takes care of your marketing burden
Opinion
While its value proposition isn't anything totally new, there are some cool add-ons here that should entice agents needing to fire up their marketing to take a second look
by Craig C. Rowe Sep 10
Get buyers homes! 7 tips for sniffing out off-market properties
In today’s heated seller’s market, these tactics can help you stand out from the pack and help your buyers find their dream homes
by Luke Babich Jun 22
MailMatic wants to be in your 2021 marketing plans
Opinion
Still effective, especially when combined with integrated digital campaigns, direct mail remains an ideal opportunity for agents looking to build local awareness
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 16
How to revive dying leads
Being persistent, using the tools that work for you and staying personable are just some of the key moves that agents told Inman help them to bring back leads that have gone cold