5 harsh realities indies will face in 2022 (and how to combat them)

As we look to finish out 2021, indie brokers need to look at industry trends to get ready to hit the ground running in 2022 and prepare for new challenges. Here are the top five hurdles and how to prepare for them. Continue reading

How one indie broker lured more than 20 agents from Compass

Last year, Dudum Real Estate Group made headlines when it hired nearly two dozen agents from Compass. Its broker-owner Julie Del Santo discusses how it came together. Continue reading

What’s your Thanksgiving marketing look like this year?

When it comes to your business, how you making the most of Thanksgiving? Are you doing the old-school, tried-and-true pie giveaway? Tell us how you’re weaving the holiday into your marketing. Continue reading

@properties CEO on the ups and downs of being an indie brokerage

“Cards get stacked against indies,” said Thad Wong, @properties co-founder and CEO, during Connect Now when discussing the challenges of being an independent brokerage. But he also explained why he wouldn’t have it any other way. Continue reading

How to maintain an indie feel while expanding into new markets

An independent brokerage looking to expand needs to consider quality over quantity — quality in character, culture and reputation. Here are a few ways to maintain your brokerage’s core mission while taking your business to new heights. Continue reading

How are indies faring? Get a glimpse into this indie broker-owner’s business

As a Realtor and broker-owner of Boardman Realty, Teresa Boardman has vast experience working in and running an independent brokerage. Here’s her take on what it’s like to be an indie broker and what the future might look like. Continue reading

What has been the biggest change to the indie landscape in 2021?

So much has changed in the real estate industry over the past year — but this week, we’re narrowing it down to indie brokerages. How has the business changed for you, and how are you adapting to those shifts? 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

It’s all about Indie Brokers this November at Inman

This month, we’ll delve into what’s working — and what’s not — for indies in 2021, with an eye toward next year too. Stay with us to find out insights from top brokers and how you can grow your business with just as much success. Continue reading