Read the room! Why the best agents are people-savvy

The best agents are market-savvy, but they’re even more emotionally intelligent and great at listening, Kevelyn Guzman writes. Here’s how to improve your perception. Continue reading

5 things your clients won’t tell you (but you should know)

From budget to competing buyer’s agents, Darryl Davis looks at the unsaid things that can cloud a client relationship, so you can communicate more clearly. Continue reading

Want to close more deals? Learn to speak your clients’ language

Trainer Bernice Ross breaks down the four DISC behavioral styles and offers text and email templates and negotiation strategies to help you close the deal. Continue reading

Ryan Serhant likens Compass to Barnes & Noble, citing listing book

The SERHANT. CEO jabbed at Compass’ launch this month of physical books of the brokerage’s exclusive listings in offices nationwide, likening it to old-school bookstores like Barnes & Noble. Continue reading

This credit union has been sending leads to Anywhere for 36 years

Navy Federal RealtyPlus commission rebate program turns the credit union’s 14.5 million members into “high quality leads” for Better Homes and Gardens, Century 21, Coldwell Banker, Corcoran, ERA and Sotheby’s agents. Continue reading

Agents’ iron commission grip slips slowly in spring: Intel Index survey

Most agents feel like they have compensation talks under control. But as the busy season ramped up, Intel Index survey results suggest homebuyers and sellers alike made only incremental gains. Continue reading

Concierge Auctions CEO: ‘Days on market are not your friend’

For luxury properties that exceed 180 days on market, the stats are grim. Concierge Auctions CEO Chad Roffers shared with Inman how real estate agents can best combat those pesky days on market. Continue reading

Want to sell 7K houses in a year? Here’s how Ben Caballero does it

Last week, Caballero set new world records after selling 7,722 homes in 2024 and inking $3.92 billion in volume. The agent, who works exclusively with builders in Texas, shared his tips with Inman. Continue reading

Dueling with dual agency in the age of private listing networks

Is dual agency fair to buyers, sellers and agents? In the age of private listing networks, Spencer Krull writes, it’s worth examining who the practice benefits. Continue reading

Anywhere brings on Steve Capezza to head M&A efforts

The former Side and Zillow leader will work in his new role to grow Anywhere through acquisitions and mergers across opportunities that span brokerage, title and transaction services. Continue reading