Indie brokers don't need deep pockets to develop agents. They need systems
If the goal is to build strong brokerages, productive agents and sustainable businesses, Julia Lashay Israel writes, recognition belongs at the center of your strategy
Opinion
Whether it ends in settlement, dismissal or a landmark ruling, Derek Carlson writes, it marks another turning point in an industry undergoing rapid transformation
Dezireh Eyn, CEO of Platinum Properties in New York City, writes that independent brokerages understand their people, their markets and the relationships that make real estate run
The Agency founder Mauricio Umansky shares strategies for optimizing your current real estate business and planning for success in 2025
By investing in growth and well-being, Heyler Realty demonstrates that success is about much more than closing deals — it’s about building relationships, coach Melanie Klein writes
Opinion
In an era of rapid industry consolidation, including the acquisition of @properties by Compass, independence still matters, Baird & Warner Real Estate President and CEO Steve Baird writes
Bringing in huge numbers of mediocre agents won't make your brokerage better, luxury consultant Chris Pollinger writes. It will just lead to more headaches for you
By investing in your agents with innovative and meaningful initiatives, you’re building a foundation for long-term success, luxury advisor Chris Pollinger writes
Wallace Real Estate's Claudia Stallings offers insight and advice on end-of-year business planning and proactive growth strategies
In the wake of NAR’s settlement and rule changes, now is the time to communicate confidently, get creative and position yourself as a knowledge broker, Buying Beverly Hills’ Jon Grauman writes
Diversifying your marketing offering is not just about adopting new tactics, The Agency's Rainy Hake Austin writes. It's about meeting (and exceeding) the client’s changing expectations
Building a real estate business? Trainer Bernice Ross outlines a dozen costly business traps real estate agents fall into and how you can avoid their expensive mistakes
What does it take to be an independent real estate broker, and is it right for you? Explore the challenges and opportunities you’ll encounter when you go indie
Hoby Hanna, the Pittsburgh-based brokerage's president, told Inman the opportunities for independent brokerages like his are vast as his company positions itself for acquisitions in 2023