The work-life conundrum
A new survey from Inman showed that agents are relatively content with their work, though they are also putting in very long hours and devoting their weekends to their jobs
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 10
The Napa Valley agent juggling vineyards and a brutal fitness plan
This week, Hillary Ryan, founder of the Hillary Ryan Group in Napa Valley, California, balances work, family and physical fitness in the heart of Wine Country
by Inman Jan 9
How to appreciate your clients, so they'll appreciate you
Opinion
Communicate, follow up, show a little empathy, treat your clients how you’d want to be treated — do that, and they’ll walk away singing your praise
by Jay Thompson Jan 8
Pulse: How do you show appreciation to your agents?
Agents are out in the trenches every day, pounding pavement, making deals happen. Tell us about the ways you show gratitude for their hard work
by Inman Jan 8
Most consumers value agents — but do very little vetting: Survey
New research from Century 21 shows that 99% of buyers believe their agent added value. However, on average consumers interview only 2 agents before settling on a representative
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 7
A book for every type of agent: 15 (newish) releases worth checking out in 2020
Opinion
Here are the top real estate books from this past year
by Brandon Doyle Jan 7
$50K Ryan Serhant offer shines light on agent incentives
Agents are split on whether offering buyer's brokers huge incentives is a winning strategy
by Patrick Kearns Jan 6
Following a devastating tragedy, Nathan White is going the distance
The agent, podcaster and philanthropist shares how the death of his son changed his life
by Marian McPherson Jan 6
The luxury agent who wants all his listings to win Academy Awards
This week, Billy Nash draws new clients, closes in on a $10 million showstopper and gets nominated for a major award in Palm Beach County, Florida
by Inman Jan 2
If it's January, it's Agent Appreciation Month at Inman
Celebrate Agent Appreciation Month and #ThankAnAgent with exclusive coverage at Inman.com all month long
by Inman Jan 1
You make homes happen
Opinion
Most of you do it with the same integrity, gusto, empathy and smarts that you did 10 years ago. That's why most people will need you long into the future.
by Brad Inman Jan 1
How happy are you? Take Inman's 2020 Agent Appreciation survey
How happy are you in your current position? Are you satisfied with your compensation? What about the technology your company provides? Take Inman's inaugural 'Agent Appreciation' survey and check back through January for a detailed analysis of the findings
by Inman Dec 30
Why tracking marketing ROI creates game-changing results
Keeping a close eye on your ROI allows you to make cost-effective marketing choices, determine how much each new client costs and avoid mistakes
by Brandon Doyle Nov 15