Let's debunk 7 mainstream media falsehoods, post-NAR settlement
Opinion
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty President and CEO Budge Huskey corrects the record on commissions — and the potential impact of the NAR settlement on buyers, sellers and agents
by Budge Huskey Mar 25
Anywhere posts declining revenue, losses in 'incredibly tough housing market'
The real estate brokerage and franchisor posted $5.6B in revenue during a grueling 2023 while losses improved to $97M, according to a full-year earnings call on Thursday morning
by Ben Verde Feb 15
Stopping fraud in its tracks: A wake-up call for agents
Would you be able to recognize a fraud attempt in your inbox? New Inman Contributor Michelle Dubé offers insight from a recent, true-life fraudulent transaction
by Michelle Dubé Jan 30
1 in 4 agents grew their business amid downturn. Here's how: Triple-I
For many real estate agents, a downturn wasn't destiny in 2023, according to responses from hundreds of industry professionals in the latest Inman Intel Index survey
by Daniel Houston Jan 22
7 perks of seller-paid commission to share with homeowners
Opinion
Transparency and communication are more important than ever before. Darryl Davis offers essential talking points for your next commission conversation with sellers
by Darryl Davis Jan 4
Lesson Learned: Build your business by making connections
Find out how Seattle real estate broker Val Burmester started her business by making exceptional connections from Day 1
by Christy Murdock Dec 19
Sick and tired of low production? 5 tips to raise your numbers in 2024
If you’re frustrated by a lack of clients and a sluggish market, Jimmy Burgess suggests it’s time to get back to basics with these proven lead-gen strategies
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 7
9 tips for getting prospects to sign a buyer-broker agreement
Don't be a shrinking violet when it comes to your compensation. Broker Cara Ameer teaches you how to ask for what you're worth and have that tough buyer commission talk
by Cara Ameer Nov 15
The role of the buyer's agent isn't ending. It's evolving
Former arbitrage trader, current team leader and new Inman contributor Jen Berbas speaks to the vital due diligence role real estate professionals play for consumers, even after Sitzer et al
by Jen Berbas Nov 13
What to say to clients who've had bad experiences with teams
While some clients can see the value in a team structure for their real estate transactions, others are resistant. Erin McCormick Torres tells you what to say and how to set expectations
DelPrete: How Zillow pressures its agent partners to plug mortgages
Zillow is shoring up its Home Loans business by ratcheting up pressure on Flex agents, who refer clients to the mortgage arm or risk losing future leads, real estate advisor Mike DelPrete writes
by Mike DelPrete Nov 1
7 massive mistakes most real estate agents are making right now
Uncertainty breeds error, and mistakes cause clients to find new agents. Avoid these agent blunders, and you'll find all kinds of opportunity, says Jimmy Burgess
by Jimmy Burgess Oct 27
Selling the OC cast
Opinion
Want the Real Tea on ‘Selling the OC’? We asked The O Group agents to share 3 things most people don't know about them. Here are the Netflix stars’ fun facts, along with personal pictures
by Dani Vanderboegh Sep 14
Avoid these 5 deal-killers to get across the finish line
Got a client? Get them to the finish line. These 5 escrow failures can stop you in your tracks
by Carl Medford Sep 11