24 gifts real estate agents actually really want for Christmas this year

Forget gadgets and swag. According to team leader Carl Medford, what Realtors really want right now are well-behaved children at open houses, punctual contractors and, well, an end to 2024. Continue reading

Making the move from top producer to CEO

If you’re looking to take on leadership opportunities and move up to a higher level professionally, Radius’ Jamie Crain writes, here are the mindset and prractice shifts you need. Continue reading

These 5 marketing events will help move the needle on your listing

Make each property listing memorable when you create events that are designed to get your listing seen and sold, Coldwell Banker Warburg’s Kevelyn Guzman writes. Continue reading

Check out this can’t-miss new year’s expired listing opportunity

The right data and a winning marketing plan can set you up for 2025 success when you pursue expired listings, Jimmy Burgess writes. Continue reading

News Knockout Final: Your favorite 2 stories of the year duke it out

Commission lawsuits and industry practice changes will face off in our final bracket challenge. Inman readers, vote now and let us know what you think is the most important story of 2024. Continue reading

Huddle Up: Building connection and culture at Heyler Realty

By investing in growth and well-being, Heyler Realty’s team leads demonstrate that success is about much more than closing deals — it’s about building relationships, coach Melanie Klein writes. Continue reading

Not another trust fall: 5 team-building tactics for 2025

The key to successful team building, coach Verl Workman writes, is creating experiences that are engaging, purposeful and reflective of real-world challenges. Continue reading

EXp adds $200M Colorado mega team to its ranks

EXp Realty is closing the year with another recruiting win. Denver-based broker Kris Caldwell and his $200 million mega team, The Apollo Group, announced their move to the cloud-based brokerage on Tuesday after six years with Compass. Continue reading

News Knockout: Final 4 stories of 2024 compete for your vote

Which two top stories of 2024 will advance to the finals? Inman readers cast their votes today to weigh in on the most consequential stories of the year. Continue reading

Why recruiting more agents is killing your brokerage

Bringing in huge numbers of mediocre agents won’t make your brokerage better, luxury consultant Chris Pollinger writes. It will just lead to more headaches for you. Continue reading