CDC guidelines may pave the way for open houses, more normalcy

The COVID-19 crisis isn’t over, but new guidance gives people significantly more freedom to gather without the encumbrances of the pandemic. That could prove liberating for real estate agents. Continue reading

The Inman Handbook on how to reopen your business this summer

As states begin the reopening process and more business restrictions are lifted, prepare yourself and your team for a new way to operate this summer. Continue reading

True or false? TruPlace has what agents need to market homes during a pandemic

With a number of photography and virtual showing experiences, TruPlace is showing it can compete with the top of the market. It only needs to enter more markets to gain a strong hold in the industry. Continue reading

The Real Word: Why luxury auctions are surging and what it means

Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. This week, they discuss how luxury homeowners are turning to auctions, April’s rent payment trends and Zillow’s new virtual open house link option. Continue reading

Tales from the field: How technology helped us save the deal amid COVID-19

Sourced from various real estate pros all over the country, this recurring column features stories of what agents are seeing on the front lines and what others can draw from those experiences. This time, Lindsey Hood explains how technology helped an A… Continue reading

Chime speeds release of Facebook, YouTube livestreaming tools

The real estate business operating system has developed streaming tools for Facebook Live and YouTube and released them ahead of schedule in response to the COVID-19 market reduction of face-to-face business. Continue reading

Ways to digitize every stage of your sales funnel during the pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic is forcing agents to do much more of their previously face-to-face business over a computer. Here are a few novel ways to make it work. Continue reading

In New York, open houses and cold calls are suspended. Is rent next?

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has already called for a moratorium on evictions. Now state and city officials are calling for a rent freeze. Continue reading

How to lead your team when you don’t have all the answers

In a time rife with misinformation, uncertainty and fear, it’s hard to lead with confidence. As the world shifts and changes, there are a few things you can instill in your team so they can make better decisions. Continue reading

Read all of Inman’s coronavirus coverage here

Inman has published more than 300 stories on the coronavirus. Here’s our comprehensive list of coverage. Continue reading