RentSpree CEO talks about moving out of LA over high home prices

“I want our industry to look more at the rental market not as something that’s completely separate and distinct from the homebuying market,” Michael Lucarelli said Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading

Real CEO Tamir Poleg takes 2023 Inman ‘Innovator of the Year’ award

The Real Brokerage founder Tamir Poleg and his executive team walked away with Inman Innovator Award’s highest honor, thanks to their amazing strides in tech and recruiting. Continue reading

Glennda Baker is recognized by her stars anywhere. That’s the point

Brokerages need agents and their personal brands, more than agents need the backing of brokerage brands Baker argued at Inman Connect on Thursday. “My name is Glennda Baker, and I am a brand.” Continue reading

With trillions in ‘dry powder’, investors once again eye proptech

Investment in proptech was down 66 percent in the first half of 2023. What’s going on, where’s the opportunity and what information can keep you ahead of the curve? Continue reading

Multiple listing services to real estate brokers: You complete us

Greg Robertson, Joshua Coleman, Amy Gorce and Gene Millman debated whether the relationship between MLSs and brokers has improved over the past decade during a session at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading

AI can supercharge agents’ brands. 3 marketing experts share pro tips

Marketing dynamos from Anywhere, The Agency and Collabra Technology shared how companies can wield artificial intelligence and market data to help agents stand out in a competitive market. Continue reading

How to ‘attract’ agents instead of ‘recruiting’ them

The key to success in attracting and retaining good agents lies in large part on a broker’s mindset, speakers said Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas. And adopting a “we” instead of a “me” attitude. Continue reading

Give ‘incredible insights’: Industry pros should be armed with data

At a time when demand for loans has shriveled, Polygon Research CEO Val Buresch argued at Inman Connect Las Vegas on Wednesday that open communication will help people take action. Continue reading

Side’s Guy Gal: Boutiques are primed to thrive in any market

At Inman Connect Las Vegas on Wednesday, Guy Gal outlined the three major reasons he sees boutique agencies as uniquely positioned for success in all kinds of markets. Continue reading

Jon Cheplak doles out tough love to brokers on agent attrition

“Stop interviewing,” Cheplak urged. “You need to interrogate.” The real estate coach and leadership expert shared advice Wednesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading