Real estate needs new ways to connect with the tech world

Troy Palmquist writes that the first HomeCode Pitch Battle proved that real estate and tech connect best in ways that are less sales pitch and more get-together. Continue reading

Compete with giants: 5 strategies only indie brokerages can pull off

Troy Palmquist and Lauren Henss break down how the best independent brokerages are using speed, brand discipline, and agent-centric operating models to win recruiting and market share — even as consolidation accelerates. Continue reading

Virtual vs. local assistant? You’re asking the wrong question

Virtual assistants offer leverage. Local assistants protect your brand. Understanding the difference, Troy Palmquist writes, is what separates scalable agents from overwhelmed ones. Continue reading

Headed to Inman Connect New York? Don’t miss these sessions

As Troy Palmquist prepares to attend ICNY next week, he shares the can’t-miss speakers, sessions and extra events he’s most excited about. Continue reading

Headed to Inman Connect New York? Don’t miss these sessions

As Troy Palmquist prepares to attend ICNY next week, he shares the can’t-miss speakers, sessions and extra events he’s most excited about. Continue reading

How your brokerage’s audit could turn into a regulatory nightmare

In this episode of their “True Crimes” podcast, Troy Palmquist discusses real-life cases with compliance expert Summer Goralik and points out the red flags agents need to watch for to ensure their brokerage is on the up-and-up. Continue reading

Industry veterans launch real estate true crime podcast

Troy Palmquist and Summer Goralik have teamed up to create “True Crimes of Real Estate,” which they describe as an “investigative-style podcast” focused on housing industry issues. Continue reading

Why every real estate agent needs a signature candle

Troy Palmquist has used custom scented candles throughout his real estate career. Here’s why a private-label scent can become one of the most effective branding tools in an agent’s arsenal. Continue reading

26 how-tos to future-proof your business in 2026

To help make sure that you start 2026 on the right foot, Dani Vanderboegh, who runs the contributor program at Inman, has pulled together 26 how-tos worth reading again. Continue reading

The top 10 how-tos of 2025, according to our readers

Looking back at 2025, these are the how-tos that shaped the year. Revisit the strategies that worked — and make sure you’re not playing catch-up in the new year. Continue reading