Why every real estate agent needs a signature candle

Troy Palmquist has used custom scented candles throughout his real estate career. Here’s why a private-label scent can become one of the most effective branding tools in an agent’s arsenal. Continue reading

26 New Year’s resolutions to repair your real estate business in 2026

2025 nearly broke the industry. Contributor Rachael Hite has 26 recommendations to clear your slate and repair what’s broken. (Some agents will absolutely hate No. 15.) Continue reading

‘Top of mind’ means nothing without value. 5 ways to do it right

The old playbook of “just stay remembered” doesn’t work in the digital age. Clients are bombarded with information, and unless you provide consistent value, your presence fades into the noise. Continue reading

Thumbtack pins new product on task management for homeowners

Thumbtack for Real Estate is an agent-facing co-branded experience that lets licensed professionals deliver an intuitive workflow for task management, from moving company provisioning to room renovation. Continue reading

Glennda Baker: ‘Never been a more important time’ for relationships

As agents face attacks on their value from all sides, the most important thing they can do today is to focus on boosting client relationships, the Glennda Baker & Associates leader said to Inman Connect Las Vegas attendees. Continue reading

Happy Grasshopper eyes closing gift fix with Marigold & Grey deal

Happy Grasshopper, a content marketing solution, is adding gift-giving to its services thanks to a partnership with Maryland-based Marigold & Grey, a full-service artisan gifting company. Continue reading

12 useful gift ideas your clients will actually want

It’s not too late to reach out to your clients this holiday season. Designer Antoinette Fargo offers 12 gift ideas for now — or to take you all the way through 2023. Continue reading

Fun, easy, creative! 3 memorable ways to thank your clients this year

It’s always a good time to say thank you to your most loyal clients and referral sources. Oklahoma agent Jilian Gardner offers ideas for showing your appreciation with style. Continue reading

15 closing gift ideas on Amazon Prime Day for real estate agents

Amazon’s annual sale event returns Tuesday and Wednesday. Here are some of the Amazon Prime Day items real estate agents can scoop up at a discount for terrific buyer closing gifts. Continue reading

Coming this summer, HomeDiary wants to share all of your home’s secrets: Tech Review

HomeDiary is a fully realized home asset tracking solution for homeowners and their agents. Spaces, its clever, easy-to-use room management interface, allows users to set up a layout of custom-labeled room cards Continue reading