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5 ways indies can recruit competitively in 2022

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Ready to grow your business? Find out how your independent brokerage can compete against the industry’s heavy-hitters with these strategies used by six successful indies. Continue reading →

How one indie broker lured more than 20 agents from Compass

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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 →

LeadingRE retracts support of NAR listing attribution proposal

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Independent brokerage network Leading Real Estate Companies of the World is retracting its support for a listing attribution policy proposal under consideration at the National Association of Realtors. Continue reading →

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

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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 →

How to bow out gracefully after owning a real estate brokerage

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At Inman Connect Las Vegas on Wednesday, Walt Tamulinas, president and CEO of ERA Southern California Real Estate, shared tips on passing the torch to a new owner. Continue reading →

Indie vs. big box: Which is better for agents today?

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A small indie brokerage or a large national player? This week, we want our readers to share their perspectives: Which type of brokerage offers agents the most benefits — especially considering today’s market? Continue reading →

3 rules for keeping your brokerage’s branding in check

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When it comes to a brokerage’s branding, the buck stops with the broker — regardless of your firm’s rules on team and agent branding. Here are independent broker Erica Ramus’ top rules for brokerage branding. Continue reading →

Ready to hang out your shingle? Avoid these 5 mistakes

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As attractive as having your own brokerage firm might be, the sad fact is that many fail. To ensure that your business isn’t doomed from the start, avoid these mistakes when opening your own brokerage. Continue reading →

Why indie brokers should take back the search

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Until recently, regular Inman contributor and indie broker Troy Palmquist thought using a branded app was a luxury. But after a conversation and some research, he’s opened his eyes to the possibility of white-labeled tech and the benefits that far outw… Continue reading →

Former franchise sues RE/MAX Integra over ‘predatory recruiting’

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Leading Edge Real Estate, a Boston indie that split from RE/MAX Integra is suing its former franchisor for what it’s calling a “predatory recruiting” campaign in violation of franchise agreements, in the wake of the divorce. Continue reading →