Chicago indie brokerage Baird & Warner pays it forward amid virus
Baird & Warner's Stephen Baird and Lucy Wood Baird talk to Inman about the company's 162-year mission of giving, including its most recent philanthropical pursuit
by Marian McPherson Nov 23
Pulse: How our readers cultivate a magnetic indie culture
This week, our readers chime in with their thoughts on what makes for a winning company culture — and how to go about cultivating an environment that encourages productivity and fosters happiness
by Inman Nov 23
Opinion
12 festive ways to stay in front of your clients this holiday season
With the holidays right around the corner, now's a good time to reach out to your sphere. From sending out customized cards to sponsoring live holiday music, here's a list of activities you can do to bring a little cheer to your clients and community
by Bernice Ross Nov 23
Avoid foundation problems! 5 ways to help buyers dodge water damage
Agents, beware — the increase in moisture during the winter season can produce significant foundation issues over time. Here are a few key tips for helping buyers purchase a home during the cold-weather months
by Carl Medford Nov 23
Let go of conventional sales wisdom! 9 principles to live by
Making 50 cold calls a day, knocking on doors and cutting your commission are just a few of the most common pieces of advice real estate agents get. But does conventional wisdom work?
by Faisal Susiwala Nov 23
5 questions to jumpstart your strategic planning for 2021
Take time to look at the big picture of your business to be better prepared for next year
by Erica Ramus Nov 23
5 steps for creating an effective social media policy for 2021
By keeping the framework current, you’ll ensure that your social media efforts have an informative and engaging foundation from which to grow
by Katie Lance Nov 21
Opinion
The DOJ-NAR lawsuit is good for us all
These changes don't spell the end of anything. They provide consumers with information. Transparency, protecting your clients' interests and codifying best practices are all good things
by Jay Thompson Nov 20
'Big win for discount brokers': How low-fee firms benefit from DOJ suit
Transparency around commissions could force more brokerages to compete on price in addition to service, chief executives at several low-fee brokerages told Inman on Friday
by Patrick Kearns Nov 20
How smart home tech can offer discounts to home insurance
This week, find out how smart home systems can help homeowners save money on their insurance and the most common claims insurance brokers see — plus some proactive tips to take
by Brandon Doyle Nov 20
Opinion
The Real Word: How will a vaccine affect the housing market?
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss how a vaccine might impact the housing market and NAR’s new ethics changes
by Byron Lazine Nov 20
How you can bring tech-powered growth to your business in 2021
Moving forward, the real estate world will be divided into two groups — those who harness the power of technology and those who don’t
by Mike McGowan Nov 20
Opinion
How one broker is approaching Thanksgiving this year
With COVID-19 cases soaring, Teresa Boardman can't help but think of what's to come. Here's how the holiday season is going to be different this year
by Teresa Boardman Nov 19