5 ways to track and predict market changes
Opinion
Agents often get questions about the future of the market from curious consumers. Knowing how to answer them is key to building trust and establishing yourself as an expert in your field. Here are a few ways to stay in the know and spot patterns and trends
by Marco Del Zotto May 17
Become the local expert! A low-cost, 5-step digital farming strategy
This simple system will help you establish yourself as the expert in the neighborhood you’re seeking to farm
by Jimmy Burgess May 16
The Real Word: $136M Montana ranch sets record
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss NAR’s controversial proposal, the sale of Climbing Arrow Ranch, and an agent who tested out the Knock Home Swap
by Byron Lazine May 14
Spread too thin? 3 ways team leaders can balance their workload
Although there are times when leaders have to double down and work long hours, that doesn't have to be the norm. Here are a few things you can do to make sure you are not spreading yourself too thin as a leader
by Adam Hergenrother May 13
Make the most of your time! 5 secrets of the uber-productive
What are the habits of highly productive real estate professionals — those who always outperform everyone else? Here are a few basic hacks the uber-productive understand and use in their day-to-day life
by Chris Pollinger May 13
Follow the 5 P's to define your company's purpose
A company's purpose is much more than a mission statement or business plan — it's why agents and employees join your team and what sets you apart from the competition
by Jim White May 13
3 ways to boost buyers' confidence in a hot seller's market
Although guiding homebuyers through a competitive market is a challenge, it's important to encourage them to be patient and trust the process. Here are a few ways to prepare your clients and help them stay ahead of the game
by Santiago Arana May 12
Pulse: What's your top tip for investors?
This week, we're asking our readers: What should investors purchasing new properties know right now? How are you guiding them and setting them up for success in today's market?
by Inman May 12
Pulse: Readers share their tips for second-homebuyers
In today's market, how are agents helping buyers looking to invest in getaway properties? This week, our readers share why working with the right agent — with a well-rounded knowledge of the market — matters
by Inman May 11
The New Normal: What if the past year made real estate easier?
Opinion
Although COVID-19 has had devastating effects on our country, both in terms of personal tragedies and economic misfortune, in some ways, it has been a gift as well
by Carl Medford May 11
10 new construction gotchas agents should watch out for
Navigating new construction is like walking through a field of landmines right now. You can never really be certain of the ground you are setting foot on because all continues to change at a rapid pace
by Cara Ameer May 11
Mother knows best: 18 real estate moms (and kids) share the secrets to working together
This Mother’s Day, we asked powerhouse real estate moms and their children their secrets for working together, whether on the same team or competitively
by Christy Murdock May 9
Need inventory? 3 circle-prospecting strategies that'll get you more listings
If your buyers lost out in a multiple-offer situation or you are looking for more listings, these tactics can tackle those problems while helping you build your database and positioning you as a go-to local expert
by Jimmy Burgess May 8
Learn. Connect. Renew.
As listings are selling fast, we know that change is coming. We’re ready — are you? Join us for Connect Now May 18, Inman Connect June 15-17, and Inman Connect Las Vegas Oct. 26-29
by Laura Monroe May 7
What Zillow's results reveal about its momentum toward Zillow 2.0
The various pieces of adjacent services are being built, but they still need to be assembled in a credible way that reinvents the transaction at a meaningful scale
by Mike DelPrete May 7
The Real Word: Are you using these bidding war strategies?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss how increasing lumber costs are affecting buyers, bidding war tactics and how YouTubers are influencing the housing market
by Byron Lazine May 7