Filters and links 'are dead' in Andy Florance's portal dream
In his latest Inman Interview, CoStar Group CEO Andy Florance talked about AI transforming residential portals from digital classifieds to highly-personalized home shopping platforms
by Marian McPherson Jan 23
Brad Inman proclaims real estate agents 'champions of the world'
Following a tough year of commission lawsuits and a challenging housing market, the Inman founder reminded real estate professionals Thursday that they are survivors poised for a rebirth
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 23
Put people first: How to connect with consumers deeper, faster
Understanding the psychology of consumers can help you create better relationships quicker, founder of The Talent Brokerage, Giselle Ugarte, said at Inman Connect New York
by Dani Vanderboegh Jan 23
'Decide what is authentic,' then build a brand, experts say
While some stumble into their brand organically, panelists at ICNY Wednesday emphasized that successful branding is a strategic process that requires authenticity and consistency
by Richelle Hammiel Jan 23
Feeling stuck? Here's how to build true momentum in 2025
Need a little wind in your sails? Real’s Jimmy Burgess shares momentum-building strategies to help real estate agents move forward onstage at Inman Connect New York 2025
by Dani Vanderboegh Jan 23
How to take advantage of 'the new normal' post-NAR settlement
At Inman Connect New York, Kendall Bonner, Russ Cofano and Christine Jacobson urged agents to change how they communicate their value
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 22
United Real Estate's Dan Duffy to brokers: See things differently
To achieve growth goals, brokers need to break out of existing molds and get creative with their approach, all while keeping their 'strategic subway map' at the forefront, the CEO said
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 22
Zillow CEO Jeremy Wacksman: 'Everyone wins' with CCP in place
In his 1st Inman Connect appearance since becoming Zillow's CEO, Jeremy Wacksman talked about the Super App, AI and why maintaining Clear Cooperation is best for agents and consumers
by Marian McPherson Jan 22
Ignore the fluff when using artificial intelligence, technologists advise
Marc-Antoine Juaneda of CoreLogic and Boris Geheniau of Fundament All Media shared insights on how real estate professionals can best leverage AI during Inman Connect New York Wednesday
by Richelle Hammiel Jan 22
EXp's Wendy Forsythe to agents: Focus on experience over metrics
The chief marketing officers for eXp Realty, Brown Harris Stevens and CoStar Marketplace share why sales metrics don't resonate with today's consumers and what agents can do instead
by Marian McPherson Jan 22
Agents on social media in 2025: 'Just get out there and record'
In addition to committing to creating content, savvy agents told ICNY attendees that authenticity, focused branding and being fearless are some of the keys to finding success on social media
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 22
Anywhere's David Marine: The power of storytelling is 'timeless'
The key to finding a brand's story is making sure that the consumer's, the brand agents' and competing agents' views of that brand all align, Marine told Inman Connect New York attendees
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 22
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by Daniel Houston Jan 21
'Should I stay or should I go?' 5 questions agents should ask
This is the time of year to find out what you need from a broker and whether your current broker can provide it, ERA Real Estate President Alex Vidal writes
by Alex Vidal Jan 18
The CEOs in the spotlight at Inman Connect New York
At ICNY, they’ll share their journeys to the top, their secrets to success, and what’s next for their companies — and the wider landscape — as we chart the course forward in an evolving industry
by Inman Jan 17