On a dime: Bootstrap your business with these 8 simple strategies
Four real estate agents share how fellow professionals can reconfigure their budgets and save on everything from tech, marketing, open houses, closing gifts, gas and so much more
by Marian McPherson May 6
A comprehensive guide to generating listings today
Here, Inman has created an extensive resource for ways to find inventory — from old-school methods to more creative approaches — when it seems like there's nothing left on the shelves
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 30
7 hot spring market tips to boost business and keep burnout at bay
There's so much to do, and to take in, this time of year. Here, find some ways to stay grounded, focused and ready for whatever the market throws your way this season
by Darryl Davis Mar 29
A eulogy for the (fun) open house
Jan. 20 marks 2 years since the first COVID-19 case in the US, and open houses — along with the dreams they embodied — have never been the same since, reporter Jim Dalrymple II writes
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 20
11 alternatives to ShowingTime: new apps to manage home showings
2021's legacy to proptech will be a major jump in the number of technology products developed to help agents show homes
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 30
New agent? 12 tips for getting more listings as you learn the ropes
Building a business from the ground up takes time, resources and support. You'll also need a few helpful strategies to help ramp up your growth. Here are a few tips and tricks to get you up to speed at your new career
by Darryl Davis Nov 12
On a budget? 30 dollar-store finds to spruce up your listing for spring
Inflation continues to be a concern for many Americans. These affordable but attractive dollar-store finds can help agents get a home showing-ready on a budget
8 ways to get the most (leads) out of your next open house
Like with everything in life, the more you put into an open house, the more you get out of it. If you're not putting in time and energy into properly preparing for your open house, you're missing out on an enormous opportunity. Here's what you need to consider
by Danny Brown Oct 19
'It's never enough!' How to talk to your sellers about marketing
Opinion
Some buyers think that a magic turn of phrase or one more marketing strategy will sell their home, but it's just not true. Much of the marketing magic happens upfront, so right-pricing and a solid rollout are essential
by Carl Medford Sep 22
Inman Review: Real Happy is here to market your listings
Opinion
Developed by a mobile app engineer after a bad homebuying experience, Real Happy is another good entry for listing agents wanting a new, productive way to market and coordinate showings
by Craig C. Rowe Sep 6
Inman Review: Beans Tour is an app for managing home tours
The app's geospatial technology parent company is called One Hundred Feet, and it came about when two California entrepreneurs wanted to make sure their Uber Eats driver could accurately deliver a pizza
by Craig C. Rowe Sep 3
8 new agent mistakes to avoid from the get-go
Opinion
So you've got your real estate license in hand — now what? Of course, finding a place to work and securing those first clients may seem like they should top your list, but there are a few other details newbies shouldn't neglect
by Gerard Splendore Jul 26
How to get more listings: 4 strategies for new agents
Real estate is one of the few industries where you can go full speed right out the gate. As long as you can position yourself to be top-of-mind, landing new listings will be much easier and more consistent
by Anthony West Jul 6
10 pandemic-forced changes that made our team nimble
From live tours to videoconferencing, building on the changes that emerged during the pandemic will ensure comfort, safety and convenience in this new normal. Here's one team's experience
by James Harris AND David Parnes Jun 17