'Bigger is not always better': 5 tips to elevate your social media
Regardless of how you feel about it, in this day and age, social media is a powerful tool. Here's how to put it to work for your real estate business
by Ricardo Rodriguez Apr 14
'Time for a price reduction': Having the tough conversation with your sellers
Opinion
Robust seller's markets don't last forever. Now is the time to start tracking DOM, months of inventory and pricing trends so that you can have the tough conversations required when the market downturn occurs
by Bernice Ross Apr 13
7 practical ways real estate's biggest innovators are capitalizing on NFTs
Non-fungible tokens are all the rage in the financial industry right now, and are making their way into real estate in new and surprising ways. Trendsetters shared a few ideas with Inman
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 13
You shared the financial tips you wish you'd known as a newbie: Pulse
Last week, we asked readers about the smart money moves they wish they'd made when first starting out in real estate. From LLCs to market miscalculations, here's what you wish you had known
by Inman Apr 13
Professional etiquette today? Real estate pros sound off
Manners have changed in recent years, accelerated by COVID and pandemic shutdowns. We asked you: What are the rules of behavior that have gone by the wayside, and what are the new rules that may not have been formalized yet?
by Christy Murdock Apr 13
5 ways to give your agents what they need (whether they know it or not)
Creating an incredible experience for your agents takes thought and creativity. It starts with making them feel valued, connected and heard
by Mauricio Umansky Apr 13
Real Estate 101: Getting started with first-time homebuyers
First-time buyers need more hand-holding. Here are the questions you should ask and the ones you should answer
by Ellen Sykes Apr 12
5 tactics to convert referral leads like a Realogy 'Masters Cup' winner
The brokers from this year's winning Realogy teams, Dr. Susan Jenkins of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Native American Group and Nick Pasquini of Century 21 Redwood Realty, spoke with Inman about some of their secrets to success with converting referral leads
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 12
Don't call it a comeback! Why QR codes are more relevant than ever
Convenience and COVID reintroduced customizable barcode technology. Here's how to make the most of scannable QR codes
by Sam Trimble Apr 11
Don't sleep on the threat of real estate wire fraud
Opinion
A 2021 survey showed that 1 in 3 real estate transactions were targeted by cyber criminals. Real estate agents can no longer afford to ignore the threat or meet it with a one-line warning at the bottom of their email signature
by Rich Hopen Apr 11
Don't fall victim to Russian hackers: 14 tips
Opinion
More and more Russian hackers are looking to unleash cyberattacks across the world. Keep yourself and your clients safe
by Robert Siciliano Apr 11
5 tax-planning moves for money-savvy real estate agents
Opinion
Agents who had a blockbuster year in real estate need to ensure that there's a financial plan in place. Here are some key tax planning strategies to consider
by Jordan Curnutt Apr 11
Inventing Anna, The Dropout, WeCrashed: What TV's scam craze tells us about bad business
Opinion
Crimes of the heart and crimes of the wallet often go hand in hand. Here’s what you can learn from the recent spate of scam-based documentaries
by Christy Murdock Apr 11
5 essential conversation-starters for every buyer's agent
Opinion
Communicating in a way that's natural, easy and from-the-heart, rather than from a cut-and-dried script, allows you to make a personal connection with the client
by Darryl Davis Apr 8
Trying to expand your database? Here's a 5-step plan
Opinion
Your SOI consists of a group of people who already know you well. Developing a plan to grow this group over time will become a huge source of repeat and referral business
by Stan Ponte Apr 8
Should your clients bid over asking price? A look at pros and cons
Opinion
In a hot seller's market, how should agents help their clients with pricing, bidding strategies and closing successfully? Here's how to set appropriate buyer expectations from the start
by Jenny Usaj Apr 8