First Agent Edge Meet and Greet to welcome all members
New agents, experienced agents, and anyone in between — we’re building a community culture that builds relationships from across the globe, both online and in person. Join our fast-growing community Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022 for a free meet and greet
by Inman Jan 11
Renting vs. owning: Which is cheaper in 2022?
Opinion
This week, Bryon Lazine and Nicole White discuss renting versus owning in 2022, FSBO homes hitting a 40-year low and 10 out-of-the-box marketing ideas to try this year
by Byron Lazine Jan 11
Top 10 most-read contributed stories of 2021
Here are the stories that dominated 2021's most-read list — all written by industry professionals
by Dani Vanderboegh Jan 10
How to launch new real estate agents the right way
This year, focus on giving back more to the business, and I believe the business will give more back to you with all my heart
by Jimmy Burgess Jan 8
Inman Top 5: The biggest stories of the first week of January 2022
Catch up quickly on the most significant stories of the week, as determined by Inman readers. Here's this week's Inman Top 5
by Inman Jan 7
Real estate writing: An agent's guide to grammar
Real estate requires a ton of writing. Here are some of the main issues you’ll encounter and how to expertly handle them
by Christy Murdock Jan 7
Retaining talent in 2022: 5 tips for keeping your team happy
This year will be all about the employee — more specifically, the year of honoring the choices of the individual. Here are the top 5 workplace trends leaders should be aware of
22 ways to generate real estate listings in 2022
If your business is to be all that you want it to be this year, generating listings will be a big part of your growth. Implement one or many of these tried-and-true strategies — and you will have your best year ever
by Jimmy Burgess Jan 6
What separates a B-team from an A-team? These 3 factors
In every business or sport, the difference between good and great is significant when you look at results. However, when you look at the work itself, it's usually the small things that elevate a B-team to an A-team
by Chris Pollinger Jan 6
Check yourself: How to avoid sharing misinformation online
In the real estate business, your integrity and reputation are everything. Fact checking and asking the important questions help keep you from sharing anything you're going to regret
by Jay Thompson Jan 5
10 highly creative ways to market your business in 2022
Tired of the same old marketing gimmicks? Here are a few new ways to get your brand out there in 2022, from custom coasters and tennis balls to t-shirts and billboards
by Bernice Ross Jan 5
The real estate agent’s guide to grammar
Craft cleaner, more effective copy, and avoid the pitfalls associated with error-filled prose. Here's how real estate agents can hone their writing chops
by Christy Murdock Jan 5
How to deal with bad reviews as a Realtor in 2022
Opinion
No one wants to be on the receiving end of bad word of mouth, but it's best to be prepared. Here's how to handle it when things go wrong
by Jay Thompson Jan 5
Readers share what drives them nuts as agents
Inflated egos, bad communication, lack of proper knowledge (and respect) — this week, readers blow off some steam and share some things in real estate that really get on their nerves
by Inman Jan 5
Lesson Learned: Celebrate at the closing
For New York City real estate teammates Michael Lorber and Alexander Boriskin, taking the long view of every deal is essential. Here, they explain why
by Christy Murdock Jan 5
Will Brad Inman's 2022 predictions come true? The Real Word weighs in
Opinion
This week, Bryon Lazine and Nicole White discuss Brad Inman's real estate predictions for the new year and the top 10 most expensive celebrity home sales of 2021
by Byron Lazine Jan 4