As Compass and Zillow duke it out, will agents come out on top?

Amid private listing debates and portal wars, agents should be asking one question: How does my business benefit from the outcome? Continue reading

‘NAR needs to get out of the MLS business’: Windermere’s Jacobi

MLSs are just too important to the health of the industry, and to the homebuying and selling process, to keep them under NAR’s control, Windermere co-President OB Jacobi writes. Continue reading

Compass, Zillow, Redfin and the rest: It’s 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

How new mom authenticity translated into 400 sides in 5 years

Find out how this South Carolina agent went from zero to 400 in her first five years in real estate, while also juggling new mom and Army wife life. Continue reading

Amid a fairly flat market, May held some nice surprises: Economist

Windermere Economist Jeff Tucker looks at recent economic indicators, including some surprising upside despite a disappointing spring market. Continue reading

Lessons from building Arizona’s fastest-growing luxury brokerage

Sharing knowledge, lifting others and celebrating victories creates an inviting foundation for unparalleled growth, new Inman contributor Chris Morrison writes. Continue reading

A decade after Obergefell, Realtors must step up as LGBTQ+ housing discrimination surges

As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of same-sex marriage, Mary Mancera writes, though society is seemingly supportive of the community, discrimination against LGBTQ+ people remains visible. Continue reading

Teams Spotlight: Lisa Simonsen, The Simonsen Team

Find out how this luxury broker and her team continue to set records in some of the country’s most exclusive markets. Continue reading

How to build a soul-aligned support circle that elevates your vision

The people you surround yourself with can fuel or extinguish your fire. Debra Trappen shares strategies for building up and letting go. Continue reading

How to rise above the pack and become a rainmaker on your team

By focusing on lead generation, networking, productivity and skill development, coach Verl Workman writes, you’ll rise above the pack and become the driving force behind your team’s success. Continue reading