6 steps for cultivating a culture of inclusion that agents want to join
Creating a workplace where all feel valued, welcomed and respected is vital to organizational success, Keller Williams' Julia Lashay Israel writes, and it doesn’t just happen overnight
5 easy ways to stay in your lane during a transaction
Stop trying to be all things to your clients, broker Joseph Santini writes. Focus on the things that fall within your purview and direct traffic as needed on your transactions
by Joseph Santini Jul 10
Here's why specialization matters for buyer's agents
Developing areas of specialization enhances service, efficiency, and effectiveness and results in greater professional success for both teams and individual agents, coach Verl Workman writes
by Verl Workman Jul 10
Embrace innovation in real estate: A call to action for industry leaders
The future of real estate lies in our industry's ability to innovate, adapt and align our brands with the evolving market landscape, PR and marketing expert Molly McKinley writes
by Molly McKinley Jul 9
Local MLSs are doomed. The case for data consolidation in real estate
The thing holding many local MLSs in place is a desire for power and control rather than seeking the best for real estate agents and brokers, writes Mainframe Real Estate founder Sean Frank
by Sean Frank Jul 9
How I secured a Soho penthouse for clients after a 4-day search
In this luxury case study, learn how The Agency's Daniel Blatman overcame multiple offers and a short timeline to help his clients meet their goals
by Daniel Blatman Jul 9
Can you hear me now? Why your clients miss 50% of what you say
Less talk, and more listening. Inman contributing writer Rachael Hite shares the real reason your transactions turn topsy turvy — and why it has everything to do with what's lost in translation
by Rachael Hite Jul 8
5 losing strategies that will ruin team relationships 
Running a team is like leading a family, team leader Carl Medford writes. It takes concerted efforts to keep relationships intact and functioning in a healthy way
by Carl Medford Jul 8
Beneficial owner reporting: What business owners need to know
Wealth manager Michael Conticelli writes that agents must understand ownership rights to ensure they are using correct documentation and contracts for legal compliance
unprofessional, lazy, stuck, writers block, mistakes, bored
As a real estate agent, your reputation can make or break your business. Christy Murdock shares 7 things that can significantly damage your professional image and what you can do to avoid them
by Christy Murdock Jul 7
Luxury goes global: Paris Olympics, visas and the rise of 'set-jetting'
From Golden Visa availability to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games and a trend favored by the rich that proves all the world's a stage, luxury real estate is going international in a big way this summer
The number of settlement appeals is totally bananas: The Download
Buyers and sellers who feel like the commission settlements didn't go far enough are fighting back in court, and the cases are bunching up
by Christy Murdock Jul 5
Plans, appeals, warnings: Inman's Top 5 stories of the week
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 5
Rise above market hurdles to help buyers attain the American dream
Opinion
This 4th of July, Troy Palmquist argues that the American dream of homeownership is alive and well, and together, real estate professionals can help more people achieve it
by Troy Palmquist Jul 4
How to assess — and transform — your business at every stage
New Inman contributor Russ Laggan shares a systematic approach to growth, so you can achieve success, fulfillment and a lasting legacy in the real estate industry — and beyond
by Russ Laggan Jul 3
Half of you have thought about making moves: Pulse
Whether it's joining a team for the first time or taking a call from a recruiter, many of our readers have considered making a move
by Inman Jul 3