Mike Regan wants agents to get the same kind of prestige and respect as doctors and lawyers — and he's structured his brokerage to make that happen
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
Take time to look at the big picture of your business to be better prepared for next year
By keeping the framework current, you’ll ensure that your social media efforts have an informative and engaging foundation from which to grow
Indie brokers should feel confident in expressing their needs to vendors when shopping around for different services. A little bit of legwork when establishing the relationship can pay off in the long run
As an indie broker, you might be juggling a variety of roles and responsibilities — which is not only tedious, but also very lonely. This is why it helps to have a strong support system. Here's how to build it
This week, we're asking you to share your take on what makes for a positive company culture. How do you build an environment that fosters engagement, productivity and, above all, happiness?
Opinion
Opening an indie brokerage allows you the freedom to set your own rules. These are the stories we tell ourselves, but here's the real truth
The 'pirate of real estate' told Inman he's swapping out his pirate ship for a battleship
Opinion
In a year when everyone is searching for connection, what can you do to provide community to your agents? If you succeed in building that community, it’ll payoff tenfold when the pandemic is over
Indie brokers say working at smaller firms has given them a unique set of benefits they wouldn't have at a mega-brand
In order to compete with big franchise names when recruiting, independent brokers must stand out from the pack — here's how
Opinion
If you're thinking about opening your own independent brokerage, here are a few things you should know
Opinion
Here's what you must consider to protect yourself, provide the highest possible level of client care and effectively compete with larger players
Starting, running and growing an independent brokerage is an enormous feat — especially now. All month long, we'll be looking at how to navigate business through market changes, disruption and other industry shifts
Opinion
After merging with a national brokerage, I realized there were things about the boutique lifestyle that I’d never find in a national brand. Here are the major benefits of indie brokerages