Born into real estate royalty, Farrah Brittany makes the tough look easy

Brittany started out as an assistant at The Agency when it first opened its doors in 2011 and is now one of the firm’s most rock-solid agents. She said her family’s connections and her own work ethic have helped shape her career. Continue reading

11 things I wish they taught agents in real estate school

Building a real estate business is about more than memorizing lists of terms and laws, Jimmy Burgess writes. Find out what it takes to launch smarter. Continue reading

Agents who don’t read the contract are committing ‘malpractice’

Frances Katzen and Courtney Poulos spoke with moderator Dana Cadena about the importance of buyer representation, challenges to professionalism in the industry and more during an ICNY panel on Thursday. Continue reading

Want to work for Baird & Warner? There’s a website for that

To accommodate agents seeking a new place to hang their license, the notable Midwest independent has launched a new website, joinBW.com, to highlight the advantages of working for Illinois’ largest family-owned real estate company.  Continue reading

Mauricio Umansky’s 7 best tips for new agents who want to thrive

Luxury clients have big-time expectations, and it’s up to you to meet them. The Agency founder offers a prescription for overcoming obstacles and finding success. Continue reading

10 ways to invest in your agents (so they’re invested in you)

Although broker Troy Palmquist and DOORA Creative Director Janet Pozos know that brokers expect accountability and investment from their agents, the agents need the same thing from their leaders. Continue reading

Dripping in drama, ‘Selling the OC’ returns for Season 2

New cast member, new Cabo office and plenty of new luxury listings — the cast tells Inman this season will be bigger, better and beefier. Continue reading

Fannie Mae’s latest outlook is grim. 6 ways agents can beat the odds

There’s always a way that agents can position themselves for changing marketing conditions, and brokers can facilitate that process, according to broker owners Bridget Gilbert and Laura Garner. Continue reading

Stand out: 6 personal branding tips for brand new real estate agents

Building a personal brand takes time and effort, but the rewards are well worth it. By consistently applying these Brandamentals developed by branding guru Stacey Ross Cohen, you’ll see results. Continue reading

Totally not tech-savvy? 11 tools for neophytes

Here are some tips on software products Inman recommends for the new agent or the seasoned professional who’s just now coming around to the modern marketplace. Continue reading