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You have to earn the right to ask the hard questions, broker Josh Ries writes. Learn how to build rapport and relationship so that you can dig deeper
by Josh Ries Jul 8
EXp CEO: You can’t champion consumers and gatekeep listings
Opinion
In an Inman Exclusive, Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty, writes that exposure sells homes, while shielding listings hurts sellers, limits buyers and undermines trust
by Leo Pareja Jul 7
Supercharge your summer marketing: The Download
After a topsy-turvy spring, some markets are seeing more inventory this summer. Here's how to lead gen for buyers and listings to take advantage of the opportunity
by Christy Murdock Jul 7
Easy-peasy tech automations (with no learning curve required)
Text replacements and keyboard shortcuts are the OGs of automation, broker-owner Amy Stockberger writes. They’ve saved her business hundreds of hours and thousands of decisions
by Amy Stockberger Jul 7
Why my new URL will end in .realtor or .realestate
As Troy Palmquist refreshes his consumer-facing real estate brand online, he takes you along on the journey, including the nuts and bolts decisions related to content marketing
by Troy Palmquist Jul 7
Are you about to become a real estate dinosaur?
Technology doesn't take the place of relationship-building, Bernice Ross writes. The agent who masters both is ready to move forward with confidence in today's market
by Bernice Ross Jul 7
6 creative strategies to refresh your marketing now 
Refreshing your marketing doesn’t require a total overhaul, Bernice Ross writes, only a few smart, creative shifts that will keep you top of mind with clients and prospects
by Bernice Ross Jul 7
Your city just got ranked. Now put it to work for your business
Buyers are paying attention to ‘best-of’ rankings. Are you? Troy Palmquist teaches you to add this leverage to supercharge your real estate business
by Troy Palmquist Jul 7
The action-first formula fueling 1 team’s real estate surge
Consistency and accountability lead to success, Jimmy Burgess writes. Find out how this step-by-step model can turbocharge your business
by Jimmy Burgess Jul 6
Not just Meta: Don’t sleep on YouTube and LinkedIn
Between YouTube growth, LinkedIn updates and another TikTok delay, agents have more choices — and more reasons to post intentionally
by Jessi Healey Jul 6
How industry infighting makes it harder for clients to achieve the American dream
Opinion
Battles among real estate heavyweights make the market less transparent and harder to navigate for the people we’re supposed to be helping, Troy Palmquist writes
by Troy Palmquist Jul 5
Listing bans, lawsuits, and a ‘big, beautiful bill’: Inman Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers
by Dani Vanderboegh Jul 4
The pursuit of home: What we’re really celebrating this 4th of July
Opinion
As we celebrate Independence Day, Troy Palmquist looks at where the dream of homeownership went off the rails and how the real estate industry helps — and hurts — homebuyers
by Troy Palmquist Jul 4
VA ends key foreclosure rescue program in another setback for veterans and their families
Opinion
33K VA loans are currently facing foreclosure. Housing counselor Rachael Hite says agents need to know what is happening to their clients
by Rachael Hite Jul 4
7 secrets that sell: Summer staging on a smart budget
Luxury expert Chris Pollinger talks to the leadership team at LA's Elite Home Staging about the features that get luxury homes sold in the summertime
by Chris Pollinger Jul 4
Funny business: Why humor is the unsung hero of real estate survival
Coach Darryl Davis gives you permission to lighten up, enjoy yourself and have more fun in your real estate business
by Darryl Davis Jul 4