Customers are telling us what they want. We need to listen

When it comes to listening to our clients there is always room for improvement. Brokerage leader Kris Lindahl offers his wit and wisdom about learning what our clients need most right now. Continue reading

6 steps to increase diversity in both your office and business plan

Studies show that the U.S. residential housing market is becoming more diverse. Diversity expert Julia Lashay Israel shares why it is important for team leaders to reevaluate their business models and practices right now. Continue reading

Clear the decks: How brokers could instantly improve the industry

Recruiting should be about more than warm bodies, according to broker Teresa Boardman. Making the industry better starts with brokers and the quality of their agent recruitment. Continue reading

Less bowling, more networking? How to engage introverted agents

Encouraging introverted agents often comes down to some creative gear-switching. In this Agent/Broker Perspective, Miami broker Anthony Askowitz offers a hypothetical scenario and a practical resolution. Continue reading

Trying to expand your database? Here’s a 5-step plan

Your SOI consists of a group of people who already know you well, whether it’s family, friends or colleagues. According to broker Stan Ponte, this group will become a huge source of repeat and referral business. Continue reading

NAR can’t raise the bar — but your broker can

NAR is the face of real estate — a nice big target to blame when something needs to be fixed. But here’s why it’s really up to real estate brokerages to raise their standards. Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: Will serving on a condo board or HOA help my business?

Each month Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This time: An agent is wondering if joining a condo or homeowners association board will help her in her real estate career. What adv… Continue reading

Find the right broker: 4 essential traits to look for

Choosing a brokerage is about so much more than money or splits. Having a broker who embodies these crucial traits could make the difference between your success or failure in this business. Continue reading

7 reasons you don’t want to miss Inman Connect next week

CEOs of KW, Opendoor, Compass, Realogy, The Agency, RE/MAX and more will speak at the virtual Inman Connect next week. Join us! Continue reading

Who’s on your team? 13 key players you need by your side

There are so many options to consider when you’re thinking about who is on your team in the larger sense. Who you partner with matters. Here are some key relationships you need to cultivate. Continue reading