Post-Sitzer, the opinion of 8 people doesn’t diminish agent value

According to coach Darryl Davis, the opinion of eight people doesn’t prove anything about the reality of our industry. By staying positive, keeping perspective and being proactive, real estate agents can continue to demonstrate their worth. Continue reading

Glennda Baker: Think you have a drinking problem? You probably do

Armed with the latest research, Rachael Hite talks with Glennda Baker about choosing sobriety in an industry that is always ready to party and why drinking is so harmful for women. Continue reading

Brad Inman: ‘Unsung hero of real estate’ is the small broker-owner

More than 80 percent of real estate agents work for small brokerages with fewer than 25 agents, and the average is seven, Brad Inman writes. But their might was on full display in 2023. Continue reading

7 perks of seller-paid commission to share with homeowners

Transparency and communication are more important than ever before. Darryl Davis offers essential talking points for your next commission conversation with sellers. Continue reading

It’s past time for proptechs to shift focus from agents to the consumer

Proptech has a role to play in how real estate consumers view and interact with the professionals who help them buy and sell homes. Continue reading

9 aha moments that significantly improved my life in 2023

Instead of just looking ahead to 2024, writes author and trainer Bernice Ross, it’s a good idea to look back at some of the lessons you’ve learned and the challenges you’ve faced and apply those lessons to your upcoming plans. Continue reading

Aziba, Fello, Cloze among Inman’s best-reviewed proptech of 2023

AI fueled the biggest trends in proptech this year, but so did efforts to put the consumer first, tech critic Craig Rowe writes. Check out the dozens of products that received his highest praise in 2023. Continue reading

It’s time to consider eliminating NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy

According to coach Darryl Davis, although its intentions were good, the unintended consequences of the Clear Cooperation Policy may make it more trouble than it’s worth. Continue reading

Will Perisphere and other AI-fueled startups pilfer clients from agents?

Perisphere uses an onboard computer vision solution and 0 percent commission model to help consumers self-direct transactions. And it’s using current consumer sentiment against agents to promote the tool. Continue reading

The race to the bottom is about to begin in the real estate industry

According to New Orleans Realtor Grant Clayton, it’s time for the real estate industry to stop arguing about what’s best for agents and lean in by doing what’s best for clients. Continue reading