Should real estate agents have tattoos? The pros weigh in
Austin Victoria of 'Selling the OC' talks about balancing personal expression and professionalism in an industry that is rapidly evolving
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 11
Despite unease, Compass poised to retain most Anywhere agents
Compass agents are thrilled. Anywhere agents have concerns — but few are looking to jump ship. In the first Intel Index survey conducted after the merger news broke, real estate professionals shared their unfiltered thoughts about the deal shaking the industry
by Daniel Houston Nov 10
real estate agent commissions rose
Opinion
Many expected commissions to fall after the 2024 NAR commission settlement, but data shows that average rates have actually ticked up slightly. Why?⁣
by Lee Davenport Nov 5
Man convicted for killing real estate agent who was lured to a home showing
The final defendant in the murder of Kris Lindahl Real Estate agent Monique Baugh has been convicted. Baugh was murdered in 2019 after being lured to a showing on New Year's Eve
by Marian McPherson Nov 5
questions to ask before making a move
In a market obsessed with movement, Lauren Henss writes, the most powerful move you can make is knowing exactly what you want — before you make it
by Lauren Henss Nov 5
person who made a mistake
You may feel like closing a deal signals the end of the process, Kevelyn Guzman writes, but the post-closing relationship is where reputation, referrals and repeat business are born
by Kevelyn Guzman Nov 4
2025 World Series winners Los Angeles Dodgers
Championships aren't won in a moment. They're won in the everyday decisions made by players and coaches. Troy Palmquist and Matt Richling share how to craft your winning moment
Share of first-time homebuyers falls to lowest point ever
Homebuyers and homesellers are also older, with the median age of first-time buyers rising to 40, according to a new report on homebuyers and sellers from the National Association of Realtors
by Taylor Anderson Nov 4
New client leads, murky waters: October's mixed bag for real estate
Agents in October were less certain about the year ahead, even as they reported modest gains in their potential client pools. What gives? Intel combs through the results from its latest survey
by Daniel Houston Nov 3
hate on social media
Many people might shut down or lash out after receiving abusive comments on social media, but Ryan Noonan says he's glad for the engagement and sees a way to grow from the experience
The anti-lawsuit way of presenting your fee: Now Streaming
Real estate coach Darryl Davis helps agents understand how to negotiate and communicate their commission legally and transparently
by Inman Oct 31
What's More Important in Real Estate Today, AI or You?
AI can help enhance your image, knowledge, and consistency of message, but it's you, your relationships, how well you communicate, and your local knowledge expertise that will determine if you are successful or not.
by Shelby Dunstan Oct 30
AI expert: Agents must harness AI or be replaced by those who do
Use existing artificial intelligence to your advantage, Kevin Hawkins writes in his new book. ‘You don't have to worry about AI replacing you. You have to worry about agents using AI replacing you’
by Taylor Anderson Oct 30
Halloween marketing tricks
Every holiday is an opportunity to remind people that you're not just a salesperson, Darryl Davis writes. You're a neighbor and, possibly, the hero they need now
by Darryl Davis Oct 29
Think your listing is haunted? There's a 'trick' for that
All types of paranormal spirits or energies can surface within a home, Shari DeBenedetti of 'Ghost Hunters' told Inman. But if agents encounter them while trying to sell a listing, there are solutions
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 29