Need an in-law suite? NYC will give you $395K to build a tiny home

The pilot program, dubbed “Plus One ADU,” draws on a $2.6 million grant from New York State Homes and Community Renewal. As many as 15 eligible single-family homeowners will receive funds. Continue reading

14 ways to beat the stress this holiday season and through 2024

Personal and professional upheaval is taking its toll on members of the real estate industry. Trainer and author Bernice Ross shares strategies to help you get a handle on stress as you move into the new year. Continue reading

10 amazing Black Friday deals for agents in search of an edge in 2024

From Inman Connect New York tickets to personalized training from Ryan Serhant himself, these are the best all-around Black Friday deals for agents looking to thrive in spite of the headwinds. Continue reading

How millennial and Gen-Z Realtors are reshaping real estate

CEO Troy Reierson offers insights gleaned from young professionals and the way they add their unique perspectives to the practice of real estate. Continue reading

9 reasons real estate agents can be thankful this season

Coach and author Darryl Davis offers a Thanksgiving prescription for agents and brokers who are feeling overwhelmed by challenges in the industry. Even in the midst of change and upheaval, there are always reasons to be thankful and to embrace a positi… Continue reading

Transgender Day of Remembrance is a time for authenticity

For transgender real estate professional Jamie Zapata, leading with authenticity in both life and business is the only way to thrive. Continue reading

7 tips for finding your focus amid today’s distractions

Despite our best efforts to buffer ourselves from distractions, we will be forced to negotiate thousands of them each day. Broker-owner Pam Blair offers tips to hone your focus and find your center. Continue reading

3 new ways to cultivate an attitude of gratitude in your business

Melanie Klein and Emily Bossert share an actionable plan to help you get in touch with a spirit of gratitude and cultivate it in your everyday life and in your real estate business. Continue reading

5 things the NYC Marathon taught me about achieving excellence

On Nov. 5, Phil Lang joined 50,000+ others in running the New York City Marathon and finished in 2:43, a two-minute personal best from seven years prior. Here he shares five things that he learned in getting to the top 0.5 percent of finishers. Continue reading

Mauricio Umansky’s 5 ways hobbies can grow your network

Whether it’s vegetable gardening or ballroom dancing, according to The Agency’s CEO Mauricio Umansky, it’s easy to make authentic connections through your hobbies and interests. Continue reading