What the Google home search pilot program taught us about indie brokerage visibility
There is a middle lane between small and local and scaled-up and generic
by Korrin Ziswiler Jun 11
independent brokerage leadership
Opinion
Changing how strategy is set, agents are supported and culture grows
by Beau Keenan AND Nancy Fennell May 29
real estate agent traning
Indie brokers don't need deep pockets to develop agents. They need systems
by Nick Schlekeway May 8
Compass Anywhere merger
How can a boutique brokerage avoid being eclipsed by an industry behemoth? Dezireh Eyn suggests leaning into transparency as a differentiator
by Dezireh Eyn Oct 14
Why indie brokerages still matter
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
by Dezireh Eyn Jul 17
7 critical questions to ask before opening an expansion office
Troy Palmquist taps Charlotte, North Carolina, real estate CEO David Hoffman to share the lessons he gleaned from opening a new expansion office
by Troy Palmquist May 21
Virginia-based Austin James Realty brings team to Keller Williams
Austin James Realty's team is heading to Keller Williams Coastal Virginia Chesapeake, executives announced Thursday. In 2024, the team inked 117 transactions totaling $36.1M in sales
by Richelle Hammiel Apr 11
3 indie real estate brokerages that are breaking the mold
Pushing boundaries and changing the status quo, these 3 independent brokerages offer ideas for moving your own business forward
by Diana Zaya May 21
Virtual to brick-and-mortar: 5 brokerage models made for 2025
Take into account the way you like to work, your level of expertise and your desire for collaboration when considering the brokerage model that works best for you and your business
by Christy Murdock May 14
Former Douglas Elliman agent launches Miami luxury brokerage
Filippo Incorvaia served with Douglas Elliman 8 years before launching his new brokerage, FI Real Estate, with the aim of making transactions seamless for clients, he exclusively told Inman
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 26
How to maintain a boutique feel as your brokerage expands
Growth is great, but a business is only as strong as its foundation. As you scale up, continue to prioritize the things that matter most — your clients, your team and your brand
What is an independent broker? Pros and cons
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
by Christy Murdock Feb 26
The rise of new technology helps indies compete
Opinion
Think indie shops can't compete with big-box brokerages? Think again! New technology gives small brokerages big recruiting energy when pitching to new agents
by Ian Hoover Jun 21
Buying your first vacation rental? Here's where to start
Opinion
Whether you’re starting from scratch or changing up your current strategy, vacation rentals can present a great investment opportunity. These strategies will help you and your clients make good decisions on the buy-side and while running your vacation rental
by Troy Palmquist Mar 22
Indie brokerages, here's what you're up against this year
Opinion
Although there are always external factors that threaten the success of an indie brokerage, some of the worst problems are self-inflicted
by Troy Palmquist Mar 10