Mauricio Umansky: ‘Something exciting happens every time I wake up’

In advance of his appearance at Inman Connect New York on Jan. 24-26, The Agency’s founder and CEO said he’s always working but finds ways to unwind. Continue reading

6 ways to create a must-stay culture and improve agent retention

When agents love where they work and the people they work with, and they notice the effort you put into ensuring they have fun, it makes their decision to leave much harder. Sure we have an excellent training program, fantastic support and great system… Continue reading

Kindness, trust and collaboration: Sherry Chris on ERA as it turns 50

Realogy Expansion Brands CEO Sherry Chris reflects on ERA Real Estate’s anniversary and shares the three keys to creating a brand that thrives. Continue reading

Agent retention woes? 4 tips to help reduce attrition

While the industry as a whole has an attrition rate of about 80 percent, one brokerage lost only eight agents (out of 50+) over the past four years (mostly from life circumstances). Marcus Larrea, co-founder of Palm Paradise Real Estate, gives his winn… Continue reading

Looking for the right fit? 5 factors to consider when brokerage hunting

Whether you’re a newbie just getting started or an experienced veteran, choosing a brokerage is something every agent faces at some point. By knowing what differentiates one firm from another, you suss through the heap and find the brokerage that will … Continue reading

West + Main acquires Oregon-based Fred Real Estate Group

The acquisition will grow Colorado-based West + Main Homes by more than 130 agents. The deal is set to be finalized by the end of 2021. Continue reading

Adam Contos shares the 3 principles behind RE/MAX’s success

RE/MAX CEO Adam Contos shares how his career as a Marine and Special Weapons And Tactics leader informs how he leads, recruits and thinks about success. Continue reading

‘Grit, tenacity and desire’: 5 mega team leaders on scaling for success

Inman recently spoke with some of the country’s top mega team leaders to learn more about the secret sauce behind how their teams continue to grow. Here’s how they do it. Continue reading

The foundation of a resilient company is built on these 3 things

In today’s wild market and post-COVID professional landscape, your organization’s resilience and adaptability are constantly put to the test. To ensure that you’re building resilience into your organization for the long-haul, focus on these three key a… Continue reading

Tackling agent retention? 4 strategies for a stronger firm

You can’t predict when your agents will decide their time with your brokerage is done, but while they’re with you, you can work to support them. Here are a few effective ways to prioritize retention. Continue reading