Stress less, do more: Pain-free productivity tips that work
It’s the little things that matter most when it comes to making your workday more productive
by Christy Murdock Apr 6
Starting smarter: Making a winning first impression
Opinion
Whether you are launching your career or moving to a new brokerage, here are the strategies you need to start off on the right foot
by Christy Murdock Apr 6
How to reel in business with this simple back-to-basics tip
Opinion
Marketing and building your brand are 2 of the most essential things you can do to build your business. There are countless ways to do both, but one of the most basic is using direct mail
by Jay Thompson Apr 5
3 marketing basics every agent needs, from Coldwell Banker's CMO
As Coldwell Banker embarks on a new branding effort, Chief Marketing Officer David Marine advised agents to be authentic and to differentiate themselves from their peers
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 5
5 expert networking tips to go from a rookie to a real estate rockstar
Opinion
A robust network is the best way to find new leads, line up your next job or help big clients find homes that meet their exact specifications
by Luke Babich Apr 4
'Million Dollar Listing LA' stars on 5 expenses to budget for right away
As independent contractors, real estate agents must keep on top of expenses. Here are some budget-savvy tips for newbies
by David Parnes AND James Harris Apr 4
When 'likes' don't get you listings: What your vanity metrics are telling you
As part of going back to basics, you need to take a look at where you're spending your time and money. This analysis will help you figure out what's working, what's not and what's next
by Laura Monroe Apr 4
What is ‘Back to Basics’ in 2022?
Opinion
There’s so much to learn and do in real estate today. Whether you’re just starting out in the business or trying to rethink the next phase of your career, it starts with figuring out what the new fundamentals really are
by Christy Murdock Apr 2
The safety tools every agent should know about in 2024
Agent safety is the one thing that the industry should never debate or dismiss in the midst of commission worries. These apps can help you stay safe in the field
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 1
The gender problem: Getting past discriminatory practices
Opinion
Gender impacts money, professional progress and safety. Here are the challenges we must overcome and ideas on how to even the playing field
by Dani Vanderboegh Apr 1
Imposter syndrome: How to move past self-doubt
Opinion
There are many reasons new real estate agents might be experiencing feelings of imposter syndrome. Let these insights and strategies help you overcome that sense of fear and insecurity
by Darryl Davis Apr 1
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
Here are your 'back to basics' must-dos for 2022: Pulse
It's time for spring cleaning the way you do business. As we begin Back to Basics Month at Inman, we wondered: What does going back to basics mean for real estate professionals (and the industry at large) in 2022? Here are your thoughts
by Inman Mar 30
11 things agents should expect from their leadership in 2023
Opinion
Market shifts bring about change — good, bad and indifferent. So, what can leaders do to remain a guiding force and stay relevant?
by Cara Ameer Mar 21
The retirement plan agents ignore (and how brokers can help)
Opinion
Because of their superior understanding and experience with market trends, this is one retirement investment which offers agents the opportunity to benefit from their own expertise
by Anthony Askowitz Mar 8
soft skills, communication, teamwork, team, agent appreciation month
Soft skills don't always come naturally, and real estate agents utilize so many in every transaction. Inman’s Dani Vanderboegh rounded up the top contributed how-tos, listicles and op-eds to help
by Dani Vanderboegh Feb 28