Embracing professionalism: How agents can recognize their value

Inspiring confidence in clients, coach Darryl Davis writes, means embracing the things that make your service valuable and understanding how you’re different from other sales professionals. Continue reading

Stupid staging: What NOT to do if you actually want to sell

Author and trainer Bernice Ross offers a laundry list of don’ts when it comes to preparing a home to hit the real estate market. Continue reading

Hate meditating? Try these 15 action-oriented stressbusters

If sitting quietly isn’t your style, Christy Murdock offers 15 high-impact stress-reducing exercises to help you feel better without the ohm. Continue reading

How and when to say ‘no’ as a new real estate agent

Coach Verl Workman writes that setting healthy boundaries, including saying “no” when needed, provides a more balanced life and fulfilling career in real estate. Continue reading

Your Clear Cooperation, delayed marketing exempt listings FAQ

Team leader Carl Medford dives into a high-level overview of the changes to CCP and the larger issues that will arise from its implementation. Continue reading

What’s the fallout from NAR’s Clear Cooperation switch? The Download

The National Association of Realtors weighed in with its change to the Clear Cooperation Policy. Is it too little, too much or just right? Continue reading

The CCP illusion: NAR’s Jedi mind trick on a failing policy

Compliance expert Summer Goralik examines the new watered-down version of Clear Cooperation announced this week along with what it means for agents and consumers. Continue reading

NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy tweak: Inman’s Top 5

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers. Continue reading

Women, Wealth and Real Estate: How Jessica Quinn found freedom

Coach Melanie Klein profiles former pastry chef Jessica Quinn, who found that real estate is a vehicle for financial empowerment and transformation. Continue reading

Mauricio Umansky: 2025 is the best time ever to be a new agent

Despite market headwinds, The Agency CEO says that new technology and marketing capabilities make now a great time to be a new real estate agent. Continue reading