As NAR settles, real estate braces for seismic shift: The Download

Everything you know about commissions is poised to change as NAR reaches a massive $418 million settlement. Continue reading

Top 11 marketing strategies that’ll help you spring into action

As the seasons change, coach Darryl Davis writes, it’s time to freshen up your marketing and breathe new life into your connection with your sphere of influence. Continue reading

Dog attacks are on the rise. 8 tips for agents to prevent the next one

Two dog attacks just weeks apart have highlighted the danger agents face. Before you knock, safety trainer Tracey Hawkins says you need a safety plan. Continue reading

How women in real estate can provide collaborative leadership

Broker-owner Karen Shanahan Garrett writes that women in real estate have a role to play in filling the leadership and communication vacuum that currently exists in the industry. Continue reading

Future-proof your online presence by buying your domain name

Purchasing a domain to build up content and expert reputation is one of the most valuable strategies for an agent starting out in the industry, marketing expert David Marden writes. Continue reading

How new agents can get the best return on their time investment

Succeeding as a new real estate agent, David Marden writes, requires effective time management, leveraging your circle of influence and understanding the ROI of your efforts. Continue reading

As corporate DEI is scaled back, real estate needs to double down

New Inman contributor Anita Legacy Blue, president of the 2024 LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance, writes that despite a move away from corporate DEI, real estate can’t afford to move backward. Continue reading

Get a handle on visionary syndrome so you can put ideas into action

A lack of focus, prioritization and patience can undermine your best ideas and keep them from coming to fruition, writes marketing expert Molly McKinley. Continue reading

3 steps to earn your share of commissions in any market

Much of your income potential is totally controlled by the activities you choose to do every day, broker Joseph Santini writes, along with your willingness to adjust to the market. Continue reading