12 objection-handling analogies real estate agents need in 2025
Metaphors and analogies help you communicate with clarity, confidence and compassion, coach Darryl Davis writes, turning conversations into connections and objections into opportunities
by Darryl Davis Nov 14
Show team spirit by adding sports sponsorship to your marketing plan
Sponsoring a local sports team is about more than name recognition and mindshare, CEO Steve Kloetsch writes. It can provide tangible benefits via lead gen, recruitment and retention
by Steve Kloetsch Nov 14
SERHANT. expands to Atlanta with 9-person Atlas Group
The relatively new team made up of seasoned professionals has already made a big splash in Atlanta, ranking as the No. 5 medium team by sales volume, according to RealTrends
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 13
Better funds $1B in mortgages in Q3 but still $54M in the red
Having pivoted from refinancing to purchase loans, CEO Vishal Garg says investment in AI technology and partnerships with retailers like NEO Home Loans will fuel cost-effective growth
by Matt Carter Nov 13
Matterport posts $38.4M loss in Q3 as it spends for scale
During the first 9 months of the year, Matterport pulled in a total of $125.8M in revenue. Most of that is from recurring services and subscriptions
by Taylor Anderson Nov 13
An agent’s guide to kitchens and baths throughout the decades
Inman contributor Gerard Splendore explores how kitchens and bathrooms have evolved through the decades, reflecting key historical shifts and design trends
by Gerard Splendore Nov 13
Trump appoints Steven Witkoff as Special Envoy for the Middle East
US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed longtime ally and real estate investor Steven Witkoff as his Special Envoy to the Middle East, his team announced on Tuesday
by Richelle Hammiel Nov 13
Here are your biggest business challenges in the new normal
From changes to industry rules and regulations to economic hurdles and more, these are the biggest challenges you're facing right now and your plans for tackling them
by Inman Nov 13
What to know about kitchens and bathrooms from the roaring 20s
Understanding different periods of design and architecture will give agents an advantage with clients, both sellers and buyers, Gerard Splendore writes
by Gerard Splendore Nov 13
5 things that will end your real estate career before it starts
You are the CEO of your own business, broker Zak Shellhammer writes. Prepare yourself with a business plan, clear goals and a positive and productive mindset
by Zak Shellhammer Nov 13
Rocket boosts market share, posts $481M Q3 loss on writedowns
Looking beyond paper writedowns in the fair value of its mortgage servicing rights, CEO Varun Krishna is pleased as Q3 mortgage originations climb 28% from a year ago
by Matt Carter Nov 12
Compass rolls out second-home-focused network for agents
Compass Resort aims to provide referrals, collaboration and other resources to agents who work with clients focused on vacation properties and secondary homes
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 12
Choosing these paint shades could cost homesellers thousands
Painting is one of the quickest, most cost-effective updates a homeowner can make, especially if they’re prepping a home for sale. If maximizing the home’s value is the goal, avoid these colors
by Richelle Hammiel Nov 12
7 etiquette tips for sitting another agent's open house
Sitting an open house for a listing agent is a 'golden opportunity' to generate leads and practice your home-showing skills with potential buyers, Realtor Jonathan Pressman writes
by Jonathan Pressman Nov 12
Anthony Hitt to step down as CEO of Engel & Völkers Americas
Stuart Siegel, the Americas chief strategy officer, will serve as interim president and CEO until a permanent replacement has been found for Hitt, who has served with the luxury brand since 2010
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 12