Inman Handbook: Building teams in turbulent times
Inman Handbook: Building teams in turbulent times
Teams have exploded in popularity in recent years. Now, agents say the pandemic-induced chaos in the economy has only made them more important
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 6
One agent's journey from race car driver to real estate
One agent's journey from race car driver to real estate
Miami-based Coldwell Banker agent Bruno Junqueira shares how the lessons he learned in Formula One fuel his drive to succeed in real estate
by Marian McPherson Jul 6
So you're launching a new listing? Consider these 9 truths now
So you're launching a new listing? Consider these 9 truths now
Amid this pandemic, you can cling to ingrained habits and tweak them to our current reality, or you can embrace the opportunity to add new skills, up your game, improve your personal branding and upgrade your inventory
by Nicole Solari Jul 5
Homeownership is the greatest kind of freedom — and it should be for all
Opinion
Homeownership is the greatest kind of freedom — and it should be for all
With the overwhelming effects of the pandemic and the racial injustices people are facing and fighting every single day, one common need is emphasized now more than ever: the American dream
by Troy Palmquist Jul 4
How this essential industry will evolve post-COVID-19
Opinion
How this essential industry will evolve post-COVID-19
Real estate is an essential service, and there are a number of ways we as industry professionals can navigate the new realities of our practice
by Christopher Alexander Jul 3
The Real Word: Should we end open houses?
Opinion
The Real Word: Should we end open houses?
More this week: A few ways agents can practice safety at open houses and the Houston Association of Realtors' decision to change the term 'master' bedroom
by Byron Lazine Jul 3
Smart home tech for agents: The niftiest smart kitchen devices today
Smart home tech for agents: The niftiest smart kitchen devices today
The kitchen is one of the most frequently used (and loved) areas of a home, especially now. To make day-to-day life more convenient, here are the top smart gadgets and appliances for the kitchen
by Brandon Doyle Jul 3
Stop the name-calling! Let's fix the broken system
Opinion
Stop the name-calling! Let's fix the broken system
Agents need to find the discrimination and exclusive institutions in the industry and start dismantling them one at a time. It's time to rebuild them to be inclusive and anti-racist. If not now — when?
by Teresa Boardman Jul 3
David Terbeek knows when to tell a client it's not the right time to buy
David Terbeek knows when to tell a client it's not the right time to buy
'The relationship and long-term benefit of working with the client is much more important than that one single sale,' the RE/MAX Haven Realty founder told Inman
by Veronika Bondarenko Jul 3
Goodbye Bel Air, hello Raleigh: The 'other' luxury markets heating up
Goodbye Bel Air, hello Raleigh: The 'other' luxury markets heating up
Agents in secondary or up-and-coming luxury markets across America say business is booming as buyers and sellers find a new sense of normal amid the pandemic
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 2
3 ways to keep your team engaged this summer
3 ways to keep your team engaged this summer
Encouraging more time outdoors, from group team-building activities to educational work outings, will keep your team engaged and have a positive impact on the group dynamic
by Mauricio Umansky Jul 2
Meeting new clients for the first time virtually? Nail these 3 basics
Meeting new clients for the first time virtually? Nail these 3 basics
Although it was a challenge at first, now we're realizing the enormous benefits of running business in the digital space. That's why teams have to work on having the basics of virtual meetings down pat
by Kathleen Black Jul 2