Inman Top 5: The biggest stories of the first week of January 2022
Catch up quickly on the most significant stories of the week, as determined by Inman readers. Here's this week's Inman Top 5
by Inman Jan 7
23 ways to generate real estate listings in 2023
Implement one or many of these tried-and-true strategies to stay top-of-mind, meet the right people and scoop up more listings
by Jimmy Burgess Jan 6
To earn a FSBO home listing, don't just ask for their business
In a recent webinar, Charles Curry of Authorify offered tips for agents angling for those enticing but tricky 'for sale by owner' listings
by Daniel Houston Jan 3
Elderly, infirm and unemployed: How far should you go for listings?
In an inventory-deprived market, agents are often tempted to use aggressive tactics to score listings. One broker thinks such strategies should be avoided. But what do you think?
by Anthony Askowitz Dec 22
Home sells for $1M over asking and, well, San Francisco is just insane
The home's previous owner purchased the property from the same agents 2 years earlier for $1.4M, only to turn it around earlier this year for a whopping $3.5M — reportedly in just 3 days
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 16
Win the winter sales slowdown with these 5 cozy real estate listing tips
Sellers that highlight their home's coziest winter features can stand out in what is traditionally considered a slower time for sales, according to a new analysis from Zillow released Monday
by Daniel Houston Dec 13
7 steps for harvesting clients from a real estate farm
Find out how to choose the location, crunch the numbers and create a marketing plan that provides value from the beginning
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 10
4 non-salesy excuses to call potential sellers
Most agents won't even bother with circle dialing because they have convinced themselves that it is not worth the effort. Which is exactly why you should jump in on the opportunity. Here are 4 reasons to pick up the phone now
by Tom Toole Dec 7
2022 candles
Anthony Hitt, CEO of Engel & Völkers Americas, explains why investing in listings, evoking a culture of leadership and building reserves are crucial when planning for the new year
by Anthony Hitt Dec 2
Despite rumors, new USC football coach seeks buyers for 2 mansions
Lincoln Riley, the newly announced University of Southern California head football coach, is seeking buyers for his two Oklahoma residences, contrary to rumors that said the school bought his homes as part of a hiring deal
by Daniel Houston Dec 1
3 agents per home: Is Daytona Beach the canary in the coal mine?
In September, approximately 2,200 agents licensed in the Florida beachside community of 70,000 were vying for just 674 listings. Is this the fate in store for the rest of the country?
by Daniel Houston Nov 18
ShowingTime rolls out new safety, video tools
The new tools will let agents conduct live video tours and send out automated emergency texts if or when they run into trouble
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 12
New agent? 12 tips for getting more listings as you learn the ropes
Building a business from the ground up takes time, resources and support. You'll also need a few helpful strategies to help ramp up your growth. Here are a few tips and tricks to get you up to speed at your new career
by Darryl Davis Nov 12
Readers share how they're showing luxury clients appreciation this fall: Pulse
In luxury, going that extra mile matters. So, how are you nurturing your relationships and expressing gratitude to your past and existing clients? Here's what readers had to say
by Inman Oct 19