11 things agents should learn in real estate school
Building a real estate business is about more than memorizing lists of terms and laws, Jimmy Burgess writes. Find out what it takes to launch smarter
by Jimmy Burgess Feb 8
Forget what you think you know about holiday listings
To achieve extraordinary results, The Agency's Deedee Howard writes, sometimes it pays to ignore conventional wisdom and pursue a more strategic marketing plan
by Deedee Howard Feb 8
Here are the biggest new agent misconceptions about real estate
Here's what you shared with us regarding what new real estate agents are confused about, asking about and trying to figure out now
by Inman Feb 7
Agents have real concerns — but commission rates aren't at the top
Despite ongoing commission lawsuits, agents are more concerned about the health of the real estate pie than the size of their own slice, results of the latest Inman Intel Index survey show
by Chris LeBarton Feb 7
Teach to learn, and take advantage of the 'orangutan effect'
Jay Papasan, author of 'The ONE Thing,' writes that if you want to learn something, teach it to anyone, even if it's just an orangutan
by Jay Papasan Feb 7
listings, listing leads, listing lead ideas
The future is bright — it starts with your next listing, coach Darryl Davis writes. Embrace these 25 strategies to grow your business, enrich your community and strengthen your network
by Darryl Davis Feb 5
It's the little things, not the big things, that upend transactions
Troy Palmquist of eXp talks with bi-coastal broker and Inman contributor Cara Ameer about the lessons she's learned and what she'd share with agents now
by Troy Palmquist Feb 5
Let TikTok's favorite debt expert help skyrocket your credit score
Trainer Bernice Ross talks to popular TikTok credit expert Alisa Glutz to find out how you and your clients can optimize the potential of a credit profile for lower interest rates and better scores
by Bernice Ross Feb 2
6 surprising real estate paradoxes that'll change how you do business
The assumptions you make about what works, and what doesn't, may be flawed, Jimmy Burgess writes. Find out what seemingly contradictory truths lie at the heart of business-building
by Jimmy Burgess Feb 2
How agents can identify financial distress warning signs in clients
Over half of Americans admit to browsing Zillow for fun. Luke Babich offers tips on finding serious buyers in the midst of this extra searching
by Luke Babich Feb 1
Here are your best one-liners for real estate conversations
Here's how you break the ice when you want to start talking about real estate and the service you provide for clients
by Inman Jan 31
How 'Stop Hate in Real Estate' can empower agents and clients
LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance Past-President Erin Morrison shares a new initiative to help Realtors come together and speak out against bias, discrimination and hate from a vocal minority
by Erin Morrison Jan 31
These 5 keys can make or break your email delivery
Bouncebacks and spam will undermine your content marketing strategy. Broker Eric Bramlett offers insights and tips to help agents get their message across via email
by Eric Bramlett Jan 31
Does your 'date-the-rate' advice constitute deceptive advertising?
CEO and new Inman contributor Jillayne Schlicke explains how common phrases around financing and interest rates can land you and your business in hot water
by Jillayne Schlicke Jan 30
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
Generation Jones is most likely to downsize next. Are you ready?
Senior clients are looking for the best service possible, writes senior housing expert Rachael Hite. The more personal and authentic you are, the more they will appreciate you
by Rachael Hite Jan 30