Jon Cheplak doles out tough love to brokers on agent attrition
'Stop interviewing,' Cheplak urged. 'You need to interrogate.' The real estate coach and leadership expert shared advice Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas
Successful agents show up, Robert Reffkin says in remote-work rebuke
During an Inman Connect panel on Wednesday, Compass' CEO argued the brokerage's in-person philosophy gives it an advantage over rival firms 'charging the least and giving you the least'
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 9
Katie Lance: ‘We’re in a big moment with ChatGPT and AI’
At ICLV, the social media consultant offered a prescription for using AI and ChatGPT in your real estate business, from marketing to customer service to automated lead gen
by Christy Murdock Aug 9
What agents want more of in 2024? Peace, harmony and better training
Ariana Gaffoglio of Official, Jason Mitchell of the Jason Mitchell Group and Compass agent Holly Meyer Lucas said collaboration and enhanced coaching are what agents desire in the new year
by Ben Verde Aug 9
The commission suits are headed to trial. What happens after that?
At Inman CEO Connect, Russ Cofano, James Dwiggins and Greg Robertson debated the changes that agents and brokers may see as a result of homeseller lawsuits and government interference
Drum up inventory through direct mailers, social media and more
The low-inventory problem has consumed many agents' minds for years. Top agents shared at Inman Connect how they stay ahead of the game by drilling down into some of these strategies
Leverage AI for your social strategy in 2024 — but maintain authenticity
The AI revolution is officially upon us. There's a tasteful way real estate agents can utilize the tool in their social media strategy while staying true to themselves, speakers shared at Inman Connect
Verl Workman on changing 'the way we develop our people'
Zeroing in on skills development and action are the most effective ways to ensure your brokerage or team stays productive during a down market, Workman said Tuesday at Inman Connect
by Ben Verde Aug 8
Stand out: Master social media and be 'super f*ing authentic'
At Inman Connect, star brokers Josh Peters and Nile Lundgren shared the power of authenticity and dedicating yourself to a niche during a challenging real estate market
by Marian McPherson Aug 8
5 free game-changing strategies agents can employ for 2024
'Bad advice that sounds cool is still bad advice,' Sharran Srivatsaa, of The Real Brokerage, cautioned agents at Inman Connect. Instead, try these 5 tips he suggested to set yourself apart
Can VC bring innovation to proptech? 'We have to'
A panel of VC investors at ICLV said funding had likely been delivered to new proptechs without enough diligence during the most recent bull cycle. Now is the time to get 'more prudent'
Real estate is having its Blockbuster vs. Netflix moment
At Inman Connect Las Vegas, real estate strategist Mike DelPrete explained the 'unfair advantage' of the low-fee business models and how agents are the ultimate solution
by Marian McPherson Aug 8
Luxury agents dish on how to build and lead strong teams
'You've got to be comfortable with being uncomfortable,' said top-producing agent Dawn McKenna at Inman Luxury Connect
by Taylor Anderson Aug 8
Sue Yannaccone: Real estate is at the middle of multiple crossroads
Yannaccone, the president and CEO of Anywhere Brands, also argued at Inman Connect Las Vegas that her company is well-positioned to thrive as the housing industry evolves
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 8
Brad Inman: Artificial intelligence is the future. Don't fall behind
Inman founder Brad Inman opened Inman Connect on Tuesday with a powerful keynote extolling the virtues of remaining patient amid a market correction and the benefits of an AI revolution
by Marian McPherson Aug 8