What’s next for real estate? Industry veterans weigh in
What’s next for real estate? Industry veterans weigh in
To kick off Connect Now, Brad Inman invited Coldwell Banker agents Steve and Heather Ostrom to discuss the 'mega trends' of today and find out why they've stuck with their brokerage
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 18
7 ways to deliver value your luxury clients won't forget
7 ways to deliver value your luxury clients won't forget
Not every agent will be willing to take the extra steps and do the legwork, but when it comes to luxury clients, this makes all the difference. Here's how you can deliver exceptional value to high-end clientele
by Cara Ameer Feb 18
Choose your struggle: What are you willing to endure to reach your goals?
Opinion
Choose your struggle: What are you willing to endure to reach your goals?
Growth requires a bit of suffering — and that's OK. The next time you are about to embark on a new challenge, ask yourself: What you are willing to do to accomplish your goals?
by Adam Hergenrother Feb 18
Building a brand? Here are the top 5 do's and don'ts
Opinion
Building a brand? Here are the top 5 do's and don'ts
Does everyone in your market know who you are? If the answer is no, then you have serious work to do to get your name out there. Here are few things you should (and shouldn't) do when building your real estate brand
by Kris Lindahl Feb 18
Why teams should strive for an end-to-end experience
Why teams should strive for an end-to-end experience
COVID-19 magnified the power of client processes. You will find yourself and your business running more smoothly when you implement this end-to-end process to benefit your clients and your team
by Kathleen Black Feb 18
Want more listings? Don't overlook these crucial sellers
Opinion
Want more listings? Don't overlook these crucial sellers
With today's tight inventory and so many people wanting to buy homes, this often-overlooked group may be the answer to unlocking a slew of listings in 2021. Here's what you need to know
by Landon Bates Feb 18
California agent fired after racist verbal attack on Asian woman
California agent fired after racist verbal attack on Asian woman
Former Beach City Brokers agent Mike Dalcin was filmed flipping off and insulting an Asian woman in Brentwood, Los Angeles
by Veronika Bondarenko Feb 17
Pulse: What's the most painful part of the digital transaction?
Pulse: What's the most painful part of the digital transaction?
This week, we're reaching out to readers and asking you to chime in with your biggest issues, pain points and annoyances with digital transactions. What could be improved?
by Inman Feb 17
Considering a brokerage change? Ask yourself these 3 questions first
Considering a brokerage change? Ask yourself these 3 questions first
Thinking of making a switch and moving your business? As you evaluate the brokerage you're currently with and consider exploring new horizons, keep these points in mind
by Amy Galvin Feb 17
Get it sold! 7 strategies for nailing your new listing's price
Get it sold! 7 strategies for nailing your new listing's price
Ultimately, pricing your new listing correctly comes down to whether the seller wants to sell as quickly as possible or achieve the highest price. If you price it just right, however, you may often achieve both. Here are a few strategies
by Bernice Ross Feb 17
Agent/broker perspective: How to create safe spaces in a polarized office
Opinion
Agent/broker perspective: How to create safe spaces in a polarized office
To work in harmony, the broker can also encourage a safe space culture where differing points of view are respected
by Anthony Askowitz Feb 16
Pulse: Readers tell us about a time when tech saved the day
Pulse: Readers tell us about a time when tech saved the day
This week, our readers share the tech tools they valued the most during the pandemic — digital solutions that did everything from close a deal to salvage years-old photographs
by Inman Feb 16
3 tried-and-true ways to ensure your business doesn't freeze this winter
3 tried-and-true ways to ensure your business doesn't freeze this winter
Whether you’re quarantined with your family, working from home or stuck in the cold, here's how you can keep your business hot and buzzing through the winter months
by Mayleene DeFreece Feb 16