50-year mortgages
This week on The Download, Inman contributors and staffers weigh in on the controversy surrounding President Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal
by Christy Murdock Nov 17
5 things to know before throwing money at real estate problems
Your real estate budget isn't built for brute-force spending, Josh Ries writes. It rewards clarity, consistency and thoughtful execution
by Josh Ries Nov 14
50-year mortgage
When equity grows more slowly, so does the seller pipeline, broker Josh Ries writes. For agents, that means more lead gen and longer timelines between transactions
by Josh Ries Nov 12
leadership lessons from the Marines
Sandilyn Burnett's years in the service shaped how she runs her company today: with structure, accountability and an unwavering sense of duty, Josh Ries writes
by Josh Ries Nov 11
Real estate has become lawsuit-happy, and it's killing our credibility
Opinion
Real estate leaders can either keep fighting for control or start working to lift each other, and the industry, higher, Josh Ries writes
by Josh Ries Nov 10
caption real estate videos fast using AI
Once you build structure into your process with the help of AI, you can focus on storytelling instead of logistics, Josh Ries writes
by Josh Ries Oct 29
confused man calculating cost per lead
In real estate, money is made on the front end rather than at the closing table, Josh Ries writes. Here's how to maximize the profit potential of your lead gen
by Josh Ries Oct 27
spy on your real estate competitors
It's OK to spy on your real estate competitors, Josh Ries writes, not to copy what they do, but to understand how to differentiate your message
by Josh Ries Oct 22
social media advice from Ryan Serhant
This week, Ryan Serhant and a lineup of content marketing stars teach you how to make the most of the power of social media to connect, educate and entertain your followers
by Christy Murdock Oct 20
Can you tell what's real anymore? How AI video is testing our trust
OpenAI’s Sora is redefining short-form video, forcing creators, brands and audiences to navigate a new era where synthetic content looks indistinguishable from reality
by Jessi Healey Oct 18
top of mind marketing
The old playbook of 'just stay remembered' doesn’t work in the digital age, Josh Ries writes. Clients are bombarded with information, so you must provide consistent value
by Josh Ries Oct 17
posting on social media
Stop chasing views, and start building momentum for your real estate brand online. Lead gen expert Josh Ries shares a 30-day plan of action
by Josh Ries Oct 15
real estate social media
If views are down but intent is up, Josh Ries writes, focus on clarity, education and problem-solving for people who are already leaning toward a transaction
by Josh Ries Oct 14
An image of a body-builder in front of a neighborhood to represent lead generation lessons from a fitness influencer.
Stop limiting your learning to real estate, Josh Ries writes. Look at what other industries are doing, adapt it, and recognize that we’re entrepreneurs
by Josh Ries Oct 10
An image of a man with his hand on his forehead looking distressed as money flies away to represent how to avoid costly seller leads.
Before you spend money, do the math, Josh Ries writes, and explore organic content, referrals and sphere engagement for low- or no-cost lead generation
by Josh Ries Oct 8