Listing feedback doesn't matter. Stop worrying about it
Opinion
It doesn’t matter how easy it is to provide feedback through technology now — some buyer’s agents are just not going to do it. There isn’t any point in making a big deal out of it. Here's why
by Teresa Boardman Aug 30
6 steps for turning 'orphan' clients into your lifetime fans
If you’re looking to expand your client base or jump-start stalled productivity, there’s never been a better time to try this strategy to drive listing and sales leads
by Darryl Davis Aug 30
Inman Top 5: The biggest stories of the week Aug. 23-27, 2021
Catch up quickly on the biggest stories of the week, as determined by Inman website visitors. Here's the Inman Top 5 for the week
by Inman Aug 27
Want to earn more commission? How to increase average home sale price
Increasing your average sales price is simply a small shift in focus followed by a strategic plan to position yourself as the luxury expert. Here are six steps that will help you do just that
by Jimmy Burgess Aug 27
Why fewer Home Depot shoppers isn't a bad sign for housing
Opinion
As the home improvement retailer's earnings report revealed, there are fewer Home Depot shoppers now than when the pandemic first began. However, that shouldn't necessarily spark concern about the housing market
by Bret Weinstein Aug 27
How to choose the right virtual tour provider for you
If you haven't pivoted to offer virtual tours to your clients, what are you waiting for? Virtual tours are becoming industry standard, and they're not going away anytime soon. Here are 7 providers to choose from and what they bring to the table
by Georg Chmiel Aug 27
The Real Word: Is the eviction crisis really overblown?
Opinion
This week, Bryon and Nicole discuss how the eviction crisis is more "clickbait" than we may think, if HOA and condo boards is good for business and an MTV show that's making a comeback
by Byron Lazine Aug 27
3 major challenges our team overcame (and how we did it)
Here's how James Harris and David Parnes of "Million Dollar Listing LA" fame moved across the pond to The Agency and beat all the major challenges along the way — growing a team from scratch, with no contacts and no track record
by James Harris AND David Parnes Aug 26
6 reasons teams should get into property management
Property management expands your network, your database and ultimately, your business. Teams of the future will offer more services — and you can be sure property management will be one of them
Managing expectations? 17 communication tips to stay above a fray
At the heart of every real estate transaction is a series of expectations, and they might be a little skewed as we're coming out of an extreme seller's market. Here are the 3 fundamental steps (and tips for every part of the process) to manage them effectively and win your client's approval
by Carl Medford Aug 25
Are your agents on track? 4 steps for keeping them on goal
With the market starting to cool, now's a good time to check in with your agents. Are they on track with their goals? Here's how to make the most of agent check-ins and successfully plan for the upcoming year
by Erica Ramus Aug 25
Pulse: What are the biggest listing cliches?
When it comes to listing descriptions, some agents just miss the mark. This week, we're asking you to share the most cliched, worn-out phrases that you've been seeing in listing copy. What makes you cringe?
by Inman Aug 25
Are you ready to commit? 8 steps for making solid decisions
How do you know if you'll commit to a new tool, program or resource? Too many agents give up before seeing their goals through, so before you pull the trigger, use these steps to determine if you should move forward
by Jeff Glover Aug 25
'Profit is in the details': How to make your CRM pay off
Although CRMs are incredibly useful to productivity and profitability, few agents use these workhorse platforms to their max potential. Find out how to choose the right CRM, the features you’ll need and how to manage your workflow here
by Bernice Ross Aug 24
Pulse: Readers share their top listing faux pas
This week, our readers share a couple of listing mistakes and bad habits that can hamper a property's ability to sell. Are you guilty of any of them?
by Inman Aug 24
9 tips to transition into seasonal decor buyers will fall for
Although the temp might still be high outside, now's the time to start thinking ahead about creating warm spaces for fall. Whether you're going all out with staging or giving clients some advice, here are a few fall decorating tips to celebrate the season
by Antoinette Fargo Aug 24