When your toughest competitor is the other agent
The next time you experience a hot-headed real estate agent on the other side of the deal, try these tips to cool it down
by Amie Quirarte Feb 13
Inman's Top 5 stories for the week of Feb. 3-9 , 2023
Catch up on all of the latest news and this week's most-read stories. It's Inman's Top 5 for the week of Feb. 3-9, 2023
by Dani Vanderboegh Feb 10
Courses designed to 'raise the bar' don't go far enough
Opinion
It is the little things that happen every day that cause distrust and the accusation that Realtors are not professional enough. Here's how to make things better
by Teresa Boardman Feb 10
Are smart faucets worth the money?
Opinion
New smart kitchen faucets from companies like Kohler and Moen can be controlled via voice and app on your phone, but are they worth the cost?
by Brandon Doyle Feb 10
Why 'dog days' are great for business
Opinion
The challenge of differentiation and capturing a buyer’s attention is monumental, for even the most skilled agents. In this agent's case, 'man’s best friend' is also an agent’s best friend
by Craig Spano Feb 10
7 power moves top agents are making right now
By focusing on optimizing the efficiencies in your business and serving others with the highest level of service possible, your continued success is inevitable
by Jimmy Burgess Feb 10
What's the biggest rookie mistake agents make? The pros sound off
Read these responses shared by experienced agents and don't make the same mistakes other real estate rookies are making
by Jessi Healey Feb 9
Broker Spotlight: Ivan Chorney, Ivan & Mike Team, Compass
This week, the spotlight shines on Ivan Chorney, a Miami broker specializing in luxury real estate developments
by Christy Murdock Feb 9
How the 5 love languages can transform your work life
Help individuals identify their specific love language, and then work to develop an office culture that helps effectively nurture each other and builds on each other’s strengths and love languages
by Carl Medford Feb 9
7 reasons agents decide to partner with a real estate team
Opinion
Teams provide the support top-performing agents need to elevate their success and grow their businesses to new levels
Here's the hardest part about being a leader: Pulse
Does leadership come naturally to you, or do you have to learn leadership throughout the course of your career? Here's what you told us in this week's Pulse
by Inman Feb 8
Best frenemies? How to make peace with the teammate you can't stand
Personality conflicts can be frustrating, but they don't have to undermine your business. Find out how to make peace with that agent who rubs you the wrong way
by Christy Murdock Feb 8
Is your trash talk violating the Code of Ethics?
Opinion
Be careful with your words when talking about competitors or sharing issues about your broker. Article 15 asks you to stay mindful to not break the Code of Ethics
by Troy Palmquist Feb 8
No more blame game! 5 steps for handling confrontation in real estate
Opinion
Most real estate conflicts can be solved fairly quickly if all parties are honest about their own involvement. But you'll never get anywhere if you play the blame game
by Ryan Zomorodi Feb 8
How to get out of your own head and shut down negative self-talk
Negative self-talk plagues almost everyone. It's time to turn off that negative voice in your head and move forward
by Bernice Ross Feb 7
Leading through change: 8 qualities of exceptional leaders
These characteristics, combined with a deep understanding of the industry and a passion for what they do, make great leaders more effective