How to decide if you’re ready to open your own brokerage
The brokerage business is very different from operating a team. At the end of the day, it takes more than just a license to start and run a successful brokerage. Before you jump in, here’s what you need to prepare for
The 10 most-read contributed stories of 2020
Crisis communication, adjusting to our new normal and navigating a hot market were top-of-mind for readers this year
by Inman Dec 25
The good, bad and ugly of owning a historic home amid the pandemic
What homes are optimal for living and working through stay-at-home orders and social distancing? It may depend on lifestyle and what a buyer is willing to put up with
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 24
The Real Word: Did Brad Inman's 2020 predictions come true?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss Brad Inman's predictions from last year, how home design could change and top social media trends for 2021
by Byron Lazine Dec 24
Showing app Entro has potential — but should address agent safety
Opinion
With some decent features and a user interface worth seeing, Entro could succeed if not for leaving agent safety and lead quality totally out of the equation
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 24
Trying out real estate part time in 2021? Here’s what you should know
In these uncertain times, dipping your toe in the water with a part-time real estate gig may be the way to go before committing to a job that doesn't offer a regular paycheck
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 24
Solopreneur vs. entrepreneur: Which path is right for you?
Whether you’ve decided to build a solo business or are determined to hire and scale, both require a lot of sweat equity, focus and consistency. Here’s how to tell which direction is right for you
by Adam Hergenrother Dec 24
3 simple ways to show gratitude this year 
Appreciation for a job well done goes a long way in cultivating a positive culture and organization
by Mauricio Umansky Dec 24
How to use your CRM to drum up new business in 2021
Having a well-organized and updated CRM can go a long way in helping you strengthen old connections and prevent the new ones from falling through the cracks. Here’s how to keep yours in tiptop shape
by Kathleen Black Dec 24
Here are Inman's 20 most-read news stories of 2020
Bidding wars, record mortgage rates and lots of Keller Williams news dominated the conversation, and Inman's headlines, in 2020
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 23
Don't say that! How not to defend your commission
Although the commission conversation must sometimes be had, there are good ways and bad ways to go about it. These arguments are best left unsaid
by Jay Thompson Dec 23
Soaring stock, growing agent count: What to watch as eXp enters 2021
With its virtual orientation, eXp Realty benefited in 2020 from a work landscape that emphasized going remote. Observers expect it to continue thriving in 2021
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 23
A simple way to recharge your team in 2021
To up your agents’ productivity, you have to give them the tools they need to achieve their goals — and that starts by understanding what those goals actually are. Here’s how you can gain valuable insight into their objectives and help them succeed
by Ryan Rodenbeck Dec 23