Resilient by design: 5 ways new agents turn setbacks into strength

Lean on systems and support that take the busywork off your plate — like CRMs, done-for-you marketing, voicemail drops and smart follow-up templates, coach Darryl Davis writes. Continue reading

Developers are lining up to buy in on Altadena’s burned out lots

A wave of “Altadena Not for Sale” signs dot the yards of fire-scarred properties as a plea to preserve the communities that have been lost in January’s Eaton fire. Behind the signs, a different reality is unfolding — Altadena is for sale, and develope… Continue reading

Working with the Michael Jordan of real estate: Bess Freedman

As Hall Willkie steps into a consultant role at Brown Harris Stevens, CEO Bess Freedman reflects on the impact of her mentor. Continue reading

How to talk with your clients about the economy: Now Streaming

Tune in to Inman Access as Jeff Tucker, principal economist at Windermere Real Estate, walks agents through client communication strategies. Continue reading

Parker withdraws suit against Douglas Elliman clawbacks

In May, Elliman requested to move the dispute into an arbitration and provided all relevant agreements to Parker’s claims, according to TRD. Parker withdrew the lawsuit without prejudice, meaning she can refile later. Continue reading

How to keep a listing (and your sanity) when sellers won’t listen

As a listing agent, you didn’t sign up to be steamrolled. You signed up to serve. Coach Darryl Davis shares strategies for working with difficult sellers. Continue reading

NAR president: DOJ thinks Realtors ‘make too much money’

At NAR’s midyear conference, Kevin Sears told brokers he was “cautiously optimistic” about improving the trade group’s relationship with the antitrust enforcer. Continue reading

Stephen Kotler and son Max Kotler depart Douglas Elliman

Stephen Kotler is leaving Douglas Elliman following a three-decade career at the brokerage. Meanwhile, his son Max has joined Corcoran Group with intentions of building a new team. Continue reading

Creating a better value proposition: Now Streaming

Tune in to Inman Access as Vija Williams, head of industry at Place, tells you how to rework your brokerage’s value proposition for more effective recruitment. Continue reading

Rethinking NAR’s speech policy, CCP, settlement: Inman 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