John Legend to Houston Association of Realtors: 'Fix the real problem'
The singer asked the real estate industry to focus on housing discrimination instead of fixing 'fake' problems, like removing 'master' from multiple listing service descriptions
by Marian McPherson Jun 29
Feeling stuck? 8 strategies for overcoming productivity hurdles today
As a real estate agent navigating business from home through the pandemic, you've likely been interrupted by at least one of these roadblocks. Here are a few common everyday hurdles and strategies to overcome them
by Stacey Soleil Jun 29
Want to generate leads? Focus on ramping up organic traffic
Investing in personalized content is an effective approach to drive traffic and convert leads at a successful rate. Here's how agents can harness the power of content marketing and saved jump searches to gain a competitive edge
by Brandon Doyle Jun 29
The Inman Handbook on communicating in our new normal
Improve your personal and professional performance with our guide designed to help you better communicate and connect with others and with yourself
by Christy Murdock Jun 29
How Beth Benalloul went from spinning wheels to sealing deals
Corcoran Group agent and team leader Beth Benalloul explains how she went from teaching spinning classes to becoming one of NYC's top agents
by Marian McPherson Jun 29
So you want to be a mentor? Read this first
If you’re thinking about becoming a mentor, you should have a solid picture of what you’re getting yourself into before committing to working with a new agent. That agent's career depends on your leadership
by John Giffen Jun 28
What should agents post? 5 social media guidelines for 2020
A lot of agents are questioning what’s appropriate to post on social media amid the pandemic and the current protests on racial injustice. Here are a few guidelines on what to post (and what not to)
by Katie Lance Jun 27
Not like all the rest? 5 lesser known CRMs that should be on your radar
Opinion
Rich in innovation, the CRM segment of tech is popular, but there is no one-size-fits-all solution. These products might not be top-of-mind, but they are worth checking out
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 26
Raj Qsar on the state of the luxury market: 'It's on fire'
The owner and CEO of The Boutique Real Estate Group in Orange County has seen a significant shift in buyer attitudes since the onset of the pandemic
Smart home tech for agents: How to curate a smart bathroom
For those who want to improve the bathroom experience, there's a host of options available — from heated toilet seats to voice-activated mirrors that can read you news and give weather updates
by Brandon Doyle Jun 26
Why MLSs should treat rentals the same as for-sale listings
There has never been a better time — or a greater need — to make rentals a mandatory property class. More data on the MLS, especially during a pandemic, serves the MLS and the brokers, agents and consumers who depend on it
by Cameron Paine Jun 26