Helene death toll surpasses 100; communities face tough rebuild

Some of the areas worst hit by the storm were in more remote western North Carolina mountain towns, like Asheville, where more than 40 people died, and where communities were cut off from cell and internet services, as well as water and power. Continue reading

‘Vote, it is so important’: Incoming 2025 LGBTQ+ Alliance President

In the midst of the LGBTQ+ Alliance’s third annual in-person conference, incoming 2025 President Justin “JZ” Ziegler talked with Inman about the anti-LGBTQ+ political climate, the organization’s future and how to become an ally. Continue reading

Meet the outmatched agents living through a post-deadline ordeal

Most real estate professionals say little has changed since new commission rules went into effect in August. But for a smaller group, the changes have unleashed a completely different experience. Continue reading

Ready to thrive in 2025? Feed your white wolf

As 2025 approaches, Ophir Adar writes, many real estate agents are wondering how to thrive in a rapidly changing market. The key to success lies with your focus, mindset and ultimately, your results.  Continue reading

Enough already with policing women’s wardrobes: Real Talk

Too often, women turn on each other instead of lifting each other up, Rachael Hite writes. Let’s stop looking for ways to criticize our fellow agents for how they look or what they wear. Continue reading

How empathy can lead the way to a 5-star client experience

Team lead Jen Berbas writes that taking into account the client perspective and experience at every stage of the transaction allows you to optimize their process and outcome. Continue reading

Leader of the pack: How to lead effectively in uncertain times

Broker Pam Blair shares how your leadership style can impact the rest of your pack and what you can learn from the animal world to make you more effective. Continue reading

Agents put their resource hat on as Helene rages northward

As Helene progressed from a hurricane to a tropical storm to a post-tropical cyclone on Friday, agents got into gear serving as a resource for clients, while dealing with high winds and flooding. Continue reading