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
Sereno partners with @properties, becomes Christie's affiliate
As a result of becoming an affiliate, the California indie will also rebrand and become known as Sereno Christie’s International Real Estate
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 9
5 ways indies can recruit competitively in 2022
Ready to grow your business? Find out how your independent brokerage can compete against the industry’s heavy-hitters with these strategies
by Christy Murdock Dec 7
How one indie broker lured more than 20 agents from Compass
Last year, Dudum Real Estate Group made headlines when it hired nearly two dozen agents from Compass. Its broker-owner Julie Del Santo discusses how it came together
by Daniel Houston Nov 18
A pencil with eraser
After broker feedback, indie brokerage network says its updated stance is 'neutral'
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 12
How are indies faring? Get a glimpse into this indie broker-owner's business
Opinion
As a Realtor and broker-owner of Boardman Realty, Teresa Boardman has vast experience working in and running an independent brokerage. Here's her take on what it's like to be an indie broker and what the future might look like
by Teresa Boardman Nov 11
How to bow out gracefully after owning a real estate brokerage
At Inman Connect Las Vegas on Wednesday, Walt Tamulinas, president and CEO of ERA Southern California Real Estate, shared tips on passing the torch to a new owner
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 28
Indie vs. big box: Which is better for agents today? Results are in
Last week, we asked: 'A small indie brokerage or a large national player? Which is best for real estate agents in this market?' After sifting through the many responses, here are some of the best ones from readers
by Inman Oct 26
3 rules for keeping your brokerage's branding in check
Opinion
When it comes to a brokerage’s branding, the buck stops with the broker. Here's how to ensure your brokerage always puts its best foot forward
by Erica Ramus Sep 17
Two high-powered teams join major NorCal indie Sereno
The Bay Area-based Watson-Marshall Group is jumping ship from Compass, while the Margaretich Team on the California-Nevada border is leaving RE/MAX
by Jim Dalrymple II Mar 3