Thinking of switching brokerages? 13 to-dos as you head out the door

If you’re brokerage shopping for 2023, this may be the perfect time to plan your change and execute on it. Broker Troy Palmquist tells you how to do it right and ensure the change is a positive one.

NAR changes Code of Ethics to refer to ‘disability’ rather than ‘handicap’

New markets require new approaches and tactics. Experts and industry leaders take the stage at Inman Connect New York in January to help navigate the market shift — and prepare for the next one. Meet the moment and join us. Register here. The highest governing bodies of the 1.6 million-member National Association of Realtors have amended the Realtor […]

NAR incentives plan for MLSs, local Realtors goes back to drawing board

On Monday, the National Association of Realtors' board approved every proposal except one that would have created a program to incentivize local associations and Realtor-affiliated MLSs.

NAR chief economist expects price of office space and apartments to dip

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun expects employees to spend 25% to 35% less time in the office, keeping downward pressure on office rent. The multifamily sector also saw prices drop with high borrowing rates.

Proptechs iGuide, HouseLens enter into software collaboration

Digital marketing and a compelling online presence will be more important than ever, especially on mobile devices, according to a new National Association of Realtors' report.

5 housing proposals on midterm ballots — and how they shook out

In dozens of communities across the U.S., affordable housing was on the ballot in the midterms. Here's how some of the biggest proposals did as results were still being tallied.

New Agent Lifesaver: What do I do when another agent fails to disclose property defects?

What do you do when you find out that the agent on the other side of the transaction has not disclosed major property defects? The answer isn't as easy as you think.

Homelessness is an epidemic. But there’s a solution: Bring them home

Homelessness is not just a housing problem — it's a lack of compassion, Inman founder Brad Inman writes. But a blueprint exists thanks to successful animal rescue efforts: Bring the homeless into our homes.

NAR chief economist predicts ‘strong rebound’ in 2024

Lawrence Yun said home prices will rise 1 percent and sales will dip 7 percent next year before recovering in 2024, in contrast to a Fannie Mae forecast last month that predicted falling prices in 2023.

Political analysts at NAR: ‘The politics of our country is broken’

Karl Rove, deputy chief of staff to President George W. Bush, and April Ryan, the longest-serving Black female White House correspondent, spoke at NAR's Legislative and Political forum Saturday.

Stay ahead of the game by attending Connect Now

Join us digitally from your desk this Thursday, Nov. 17 for insightful ideas from top industry experts including Joyce Rey and Rayni and Branden Williams.

Billions in losses, a brutal market and more from Q3 earnings season

A slowing market is taking a toll on big real estate companies, though not every firm is suffering equally. A look back on the past three dramatic weeks of third-quarter wins, losses and draws.

7 thank-you note templates to show your gratitude this Thanksgiving

This is the time of year when you need to reach out to those who’ve been on your mind and who’ve contributed to your success. Here you’ll find reasons to write along with templates to use so you’re never at a loss for what to say.

Want to build deeper relationships? 5 ways to say thank you year-round

Saying thank you should be more than a once-a-year pie drop-off. Find ways to say thank you to your clients throughout the transaction and the entire year to help build meaningful relationships.

3 steps to formulate next year’s digital marketing strategy

One key area to evaluate is your marketing strategy and whether it’s actively helping you achieve (if not exceed) your goals, or whether you need to make changes in 2023 so you can have your most productive year yet.

How you answer this question is critical to your success in this market

Next time someone asks you, “How’s the market?” you’ll be ready to answer with conviction and helpful guidance.

Which do you believe? Lead conversion myths and facts

We at Real Geeks consulted Greg Harrelson and Abe Safa on lead conversion myths and facts to help you shift your mindset about leads and lead conversion.

How agents apply digital marketing innovations to their listing strategies

So how do you cut through the noise? Digital marketing tools and platforms provide a flow of new features to create innovative content — and success in real estate is often tied to taking advantage of the possibilities.

Meet the Teamerage: real estate’s “Goldilocks” business model

Not exactly a real estate team, and not a brokerage, teamerages — as the name suggests — combine the best of both worlds.

Lone Wolf launches Leads+, lands deal with The Keyes Company

Agents will use Lone Wolf Leads+ in conjunction with existing customer relationship management and follow-up technologies, leveraging its automated marketing content generation, creative services and advertising plans to target interested sellers within an agent, team or brokerage's operating area.

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