20 phone etiquette rules every real estate agent should follow
Christy Murdock shares essential phone etiquette tips to enhance client relationships and close more deals, including do’s and don’ts, preparation strategies and follow-up techniques
by Christy Murdock Jul 20
FCC ready to crack down on AI-generated robocalls
The FCC announced on Tuesday a plan to help consumers identify and block AI-generated robocalls. The plan, if passed, could impact a key real estate agent lead gen method
by Marian McPherson Jul 19
Move calls on court to stop CoStar Group's use of 'unauthorized' files
2 weeks after filing a theft of trade secrets lawsuit against CoStar Group, Move wants CoStar to hand over Move-owned files and electronic devices used by a former Realtor.com editor
by Marian McPherson Jul 19
LA broker Tyrone McKillen parting ways with Official
McKillen joined the firm in early 2023 to launch Official in Los Angeles. His departure comes weeks after co-founders Oren and Tal Alexander stepped down following sexual assault allegations
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 19
Tyler Mount on agent authenticity, poker and the best steak in Vegas
The 3-time Tony Award winner will appear at Inman Connect Las Vegas later this month to share his expertise on branding, marketing and developing the confidence in life to be yourself
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 19
Disparity in agent splits evident in Northeast, Intel analysis reveals
Times are tough for nearly every real estate business. But different parts of the country report unique challenges and approaches, as illustrated by Intel’s monthly gauge of industry sentiment
by Daniel Houston Jul 19
Forms, appeals and big wins: Inman's Top 5 stories of the week
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers
by Dani Vanderboegh Jul 19
These 12 real estate startups will vie for $15K at NAR's 'Pitch Battle'
The contestants, several of which are powered by AI, offer 3D-printed homes, a tool to identify at-risk homes and mortgage loan readiness assistance, among other products
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 19
MaverickRE ushers in the era of AI sales coaching: Tech Review
MaverickRE uses AI to help train and analyze the performance of real estate sales professionals
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 19
11 things to know before launching as a luxury real estate agent
If you've been looking to position yourself within the luxury niche, luxury consultant Chris Pollinger writes, the journey will be both challenging and, potentially, rewarding
by Chris Pollinger Jul 19
Regulators modernizing giant database of mortgage pros
Launched during the 2008 financial crisis to weed out bad actors, the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System will be updated this weekend as part of a multi-year modernization project
by Matt Carter Jul 18
7 things that are a complete waste of time (but agents still do them)
Are you spending time on things that don't matter to your professional growth or the growth of your business? Jimmy Burgess offers a list of things you may be doing that are counter-productive
by Jimmy Burgess Jul 18
Coldwell Banker adds generative AI to Listing Concierge platform
With its new capabilities, the platform will allow agents and concierge coordinators to automate the generation of listing descriptions, image captions and property attributes, the firm told Inman
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 18
Ed Zorn to the real estate industry: Get rid of commission-sharing now
The attorney and broker dives into the nuances of seller concessions, steering, buyer agents' jobs, and avoiding future antitrust trouble ahead of his appearances at Inman Connect Las Vegas
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 18
Broker Spotlight: Vanessa Griffin, The Agency Tyler
Learn more about this Tyler, Texas, broker, who leads by example to foster a culture of excellence and growth for her agents
by Christy Murdock Jul 18