The Agency launches first Midwest franchise in Birmingham, Michigan
The Birmingham office marks The Agency's 32nd franchise to date, in which local firm Hall & Hunter will join with The Agency to form The Agency Hall & Hunter
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 21
Zillow-owned StreetEasy is turning into a 'de facto MLS,' agents balk
StreetEasy announced on Monday that it would ban listings — not agents — who don't follow the platform's 24-hour listing policy. Agents are saying the change isn't enough
by Marian McPherson Mar 21
5 bad boss red flags and what to do about them
Opinion
Agents are supposed to be able to look up to their brokers and leadership team for professional guidance. However, what do you do when the ones in charge are the problems?
by Christy Murdock Mar 21
11 things agents should expect from their leadership in 2023
Opinion
Market shifts bring about change — good, bad and indifferent. So, what can leaders do to remain a guiding force and stay relevant?
by Cara Ameer Mar 21
Bess Freedman says the millennial homebuyer has arrived
Ahead of Inman Connect New York, the Brown Harris Stevens CEO talks about how agents are returning to office life, and how millennial homebuyers are top-of-mind — when agents aren't preoccupied with the atrocities occurring in Ukraine
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 21
Mauricio Umansky on The Agency’s ‘tremendous openness’
Inman spoke with The Agency's CEO about rapid expansion, working with family and some of his favorite memories from Inman Connect New York ahead of ICNY in April
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 18
Condo or co-op in NYC? Help your buyers make the right choice
It used to be that a condo was where you took a buyer who couldn’t pass a co-op board. Now, however, it's easier for developers to finance a condominium and simpler for buyers to apply
News Quiz: Do you know the biggest stories for the week of March 13?
Bright MLS, Pacaso and the Corcoran Group all made headlines this week. Test your knowledge of the biggest stories to see if you're up to date on the industry
by Inman Mar 18
COVID caused a 'Great Reshuffling.' Soaring costs are behind a new wave
With priced-out buyers seeking to relocate this spring, real estate agents stressed the importance of referral networks as the latest migration wave comes on the heels of an overheated market
by Taylor Anderson Mar 17
Meet the next generation of high-net-worth buyers
Opinion
Millennials make up the next generation of high-net-worth buyers, and spend 21.6 percent of their income on housing. Here's what makes them tick and what they're looking for in an agent
by Mauricio Umansky Mar 17
Broker Spotlight: Raj Qsar, The Boutique Real Estate Group
In the spotlight this week: Meet Raj Qsar, the cabernet-drinking, country music-loving CEO and owner of Orange County, California’s The Boutique Real Estate Group. Find out how he creates once-in-a-lifetime marketing experiences that surprise, delight and win referrals
by Troy Palmquist Mar 17
Planning to get away? Here’s how to shut it down when on vacation
It's important to take time off to recharge, reconnect with family and friends, and re-center yourself. Here are some strategies that will help you get ready to step away and then enjoy yourself on vacation
by Santiago Arana Mar 17
Inman Connect Now Series
Successful coach Yvonne Heimann shares her SOAR framework to build your business at Thursday's Inman Connect Now. Here's an exclusive sneak peek
by Jodie Cordell Mar 16
Inman Connect Now Series
Tim Heyl shares his insights on what's ahead and how to prepare at Inman Connect Now
by Jodie Cordell Mar 16
So you want to be a leader? Check out these 5 avenues
Opinion
Ready to lead? We've got a variety of ways for you to channel your ambition and take on a leadership role, whether it's in the office or the industry at large
by Christy Murdock Mar 16