3 looming shifts that could change real estate
Opinion
Increased regulatory enforcement and the ending of IC status are just a few of the possible changes that could greatly impact the way we do business. Here's what agents should prepare for
by Bernice Ross Jul 29
Start here: 9 skills agents need to nail from the start
Opinion
Connect with people you care about, and give them such excellent service that they will happily refer you to their friends and acquaintances
by Bernice Ross Jul 29
The 10+ greatest real estate and sales books of all time (IMHO)
Opinion
Here are a plethora must-read books from authors who are willing to help in your ongoing quest for real estate knowledge
by Jay Thompson Jul 28
No flood of foreclosures to come in pandemic's wake. Here's why
Opinion
Anyone believing but there will be a flood of homes that will be foreclosed on either toward the end of this year or in 2022 is likely to be disappointed. Here's a closer look
by Matthew Gardner Jul 27
How telling a couple to get counseling led to 4 more deals
Opinion
Buying or selling will always be stressful to some degree. As an agent, recognizing conflict is a critical skill that needs to be developed and honed
by Carl Medford Jul 27
8 new agent mistakes to avoid from the get-go
Opinion
So you've got your real estate license in hand — now what? Of course, finding a place to work and securing those first clients may seem like they should top your list, but there are a few other details newbies shouldn't neglect
by Gerard Splendore Jul 26
How to couch armchair expert advice
Opinion
Knowing how to combat misguided viewpoints with vetted knowledge and confidence is vital. Here's how to deal with a few common scenarios
by Cara Ameer Jul 26
Inman Review: Can iBuyers get you leads? They can with Zoodealio
Opinion
Not quite an iBuyer, Zoodealio does in some instances buy a seller's home, but the software's experience is clearly developed around getting agents more listing leads
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 23
The Real Word: Will Biden's executive order really upend real estate?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss Biden’s executive order, why singles are moving and Opendoor’s new referral rewards program
by Byron Lazine Jul 23
9 financial tips for new (and not-so-new) agents 
Opinion
Here are some financial tips and techniques that can help you earn more, save more and prepare for eventual retirement
by Jay Thompson Jul 22
'You'll be on call 24/7': 14 realities your recruiting broker probably didn't tell you
Opinion
Recruiters understand that your chances of surviving your first year in the business are low, and they'll say almost anything to get you onboard. Here is a list of truths they won't prepare you for
by Carl Medford Jul 21
Forget ‘fake it till you make it’: How to truly build confidence
Opinion
Genuine confidence comes from getting uncomfortable, trying new things, and learning from your success and failures
by Adam Hergenrother Jul 21
Agent/broker perspective: Short-term rental services — friend or foe?
Opinion
An agent wants to know if the short-term rental trend is worth her time, energy and focus — and if the risks are worth the effort. What advice should her broker give her?
by Anthony Askowitz Jul 21
The market is slowing: doldrums or shift?
Opinion
There is no doubt that the market is slowing. The big question is, 'Are we seeing the normal summer slowdown, or is this the long-anticipated shift?'
by Carl Medford Jul 20
Did Biden just upend licensing and education requirements nationally?
Opinion
President Biden's latest executive order could impose an unnecessary burden on those who seek to do business in a different state. Here's how it can impact the real estate industry
by Bernice Ross Jul 20
The problem with stock as a recruiting tool for Compass agents: Mike DelPrete
Opinion
Compass stock is worth less today than it was in 2019, meaning agents who invested into the agent equity program since then have lost money on their investment
by Mike DelPrete Jul 16