How agents can help clients avoid foreclosure
Though for some the current landscape might feel reminiscent of the 2008 housing crisis, there's a lot that's different today. Here's how you can best serve your clients during this time
What the heck is Clubhouse? Here's the haps on this invite-only app
The iPhone-based app's invite-only and celebrity-endorsed status gives it an air of mystique, which is why people are begging for a way in. Here's what you need to know before giving it a whirl
by Jay Thompson Jan 6
Beverly Hills agent Neyshia Go shares her journey to the top
Sotheby's International Realty's latest star agent shares how she climbed her way to the top of Los Angeles' luxury market and her plans for 2021.
by Marian McPherson Jan 6
In a red-hot seller's market, is staging even worth it?
Opinion
The next time you encounter sellers who don't know if they should stage their property, sell it vacant or furnished, or do additional work, here's what to do
by Bernice Ross Jan 6
10 factors buyers need to weigh before moving to the suburbs
The pandemic has accelerated the move from cities to suburbs — and it's easy to see why. Living in the suburbs has its perks, but there are downsides, too. Here are a few pros and cons your clients need to know about
by Jenna Weinerman Jan 5
Pulse: Readers share their biggest challenges of 2020
Before we leave 2020 completely behind, this week, our readers share the toughest obstacles they had to overcome. From adapting to new tech to keeping agents engaged, here are all the challenges you listed
by Inman Jan 5
Stalling on your 2021 business plan? 3 crucial components to think about
It's never too late to start, tweak or revisit your business plan. In fact, the beginning of a new year is a good time to think about your goals for 2021. When writing them down, consider these tips
by James Harris AND David Parnes Jan 5
5 ways agents can take advantage of the off-season
Most agents dread the off-season, but savvy agents see it as an opportunity. Use the winter months to make a plan, build relationships and research trends that will ultimately make you useful to your clients in the long run
by Ben Mizes Jan 5
Former Compass agent sues firm over contract 'bait-and-switch'
The lawsuit, filed in California by agent J. Gregory Maffei, allows a glimpse into the kind of contracts the company offers agents, which have drawn the ire of many in the industry
by Patrick Kearns Jan 4
'Game of Thrones' actress Emilia Clarke sells LA home at a loss
The 34-year-old English actress purchased the home in 2016 for $4.64M and recently sold it for $4.4M
If it's January, it's Agent Appreciation Month at Inman
Celebrate all that agents do with exclusive coverage at Inman.com all month long
by Inman Jan 4
The biggest leadership lesson I learned in 2020: Let go
It has been a year of the unexpected, and the best way one leader has learned to deal with it all? By letting go
3 ways team leaders can help agents stay connected this winter
Work from home is here to say for the foreseeable future, and as a team leader, it’s up to you to remove any communication barriers and encourage your team to find the momentum to move forward. Here are a few tips
by Mauricio Umansky Jan 4