The worst of the storm is over. Time to make waves: Ginger Wilcox

We’ve weathered the worst of our industry’s perfect storm, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate President Ginger Wilcox writes. Now it’s time to get geared up for what’s next. Continue reading

Truths, frustrations, rate cuts: Inman’s Top 5 stories of the week

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

Numbers you should know with Windermere Economist Jeff Tucker

In this exclusive video series on Inman, Windermere’s Principal Economist Jeff Tucker illuminates the latest stats, reports and numbers you should know. This week: The Fed’s latest rate cut. Continue reading

Broker Spotlight: Mark Nottingham, @properties

Find out how this Indiana broker-owner got his start, what he believes is coming next and why partnering with @properties three years ago “was one of the best business decisions” he and his team ever made. Continue reading

Tough love time? Here are 5 strategies for better agent results

Loyalty bonds between agents and brokerages are fragile. How hard can you push without breaking? Wallace Real Estate’s Claudia Stallings has tough love tips for agents in today’s market. Continue reading

9 proven ways to keep retention rates high when business is slow

Chris Pollinger shares powerful strategies to retain and motivate your real estate agents, even as listings hit all-time lows. Learn how to keep your team engaged and thriving during tough market conditions. Continue reading

How to motivate, inspire and train your team amid disruption

Great team leaders focus on business development and agent development, and the results can be staggering, coach Verl Workman writes. Continue reading

What’s the biggest challenge in your business today? Pulse

Let us know what’s keeping you up at night and what’s helping you move forward during a time of unprecedented change. Continue reading

The long view: Take the Inman Intel Index survey for September

A month into the NAR settlement era, the Inman Intel Index is tracking the impact on buyers, sellers, agents and brokerages. Add your voice to real estate’s most ambitious monthly survey today. Continue reading

5 strategies for unleashing your negotiation power in real estate 

If you want to be a better negotiator, pace yourself, come prepared with examples in hand, and collaborate to arrive at the best possible decision for your clients, trainer Bernice Ross writes. Continue reading