You Can Now React to iMessages With Emojis and Stickers

Not every text message needs a written response. If someone said something funny, you hit them with a “Haha” reaction. If you’re good with a proposed plan, reaction with a thumbs up sends the same message as, “Sounds good!” Read more…

Commercial vs Residential Real Estate: Which Investment is Best?

Whether you’re new to real estate investing or have been investing for a while, you’ve probably asked yourself if commercial or residential real estate is a better investment. The truth is, neither option is better than the other—both have pros and cons that investors need to evaluate to determine which investment type is right for […]

Real Estate vs Real Property: What’s the Difference?

The concepts of real estate vs real property represent different aspects of property ownership. Real estate is defined as a physical property and any attachments or improvements made to it. Real property comes with a bundle of common law rights that extend beyond the physical existence of the property.

I’ll Take the Check, When You Have a Moment

On June 2, 2015, I emailed Whitson Gordon, then editor-in-chief of Lifehacker, about a freelance writing opportunity on a fairly new, food-focused blog called “Skillet.” Eight years, five EICs, four corporate owners, at least as many CEOs, and two union contract negotiations later, I’m moving on. I’m just as surprised… Read more…

9 Lies Contractors Tell

If you own a property, chances are you have engaged in the time-honored adventure known as “hiring a contractor.” You’ve probably also learned that contractors operate inside of their own separate reality, where time moves differently and words often mean completely different things. Read more…

Alternative financing can offer a world of options for diverse buyers

Keller Williams Head of Inclusion and Belonging Julia Lashay Israel outlines the way non-interest loans serve religious communities with restrictions on borrowing while for non-citizens, ITIN loans open doors to homeownership.

Starving for clients? Double down on these 5 marketing basics

Nearly 25 years in, Las Vegas broker Alex Adabashi has seen the ups and downs of many markets. Learn the tried-and-true strategies he recommends to generate and convert more leads.

7 massive mistakes most real estate agents are making right now

The best way to learn is from the mistakes of others, and right now, many agents are making critical mistakes that are leading to business destruction, writes Jimmy Burgess. Here’s how you can avoid their mistakes and fill in the holes they’re creating when committing these errors.

Should your dream team be super-sized or narrowly niched?

While your professional journey is a personal one, luxury consultant Chris Pollinger says it’s easier when you aren’t trying to go it alone. Join with like-minded individuals and building a team that’s right for you can make all the difference.

Pl@tform gives @properties | Christie’s International Real Estate agents a well-integrated, stable proptech foundation: Tech Review

What started in 2005 has become the foundation for what is now a multifaceted business application that can benefit all level of agents who hang a license at an @properties | Christie’s International Real Estate office.

Corcoran announces 1st Canadian franchise to launch in Toronto

Corcoran will launch Corcoran Horizon Realty in Toronto, Ontario, through its partnership with the brokerage formerly known as Rego Realty.

Newly funded, real estate guessing game Housle eyes expansion

Eight months after launching real estate’s answer to Wordle, the home price guessing game has drawn 200,000 users from more than 150 countries. Now its creator has plans to grow even more.

Las Vegas brokerage leans into spooky season with ‘Saw’ parody

Simply Vegas got into the Halloween spirit with their latest recruitment video, a take on the popular “Saw” horror movie franchise.

What you should know about Sitzer | Burnett Week 1: Inman’s Top 5

With Inman Top 5, you’ll find the week’s most essential stories, as chosen by our readers. Here are the most-read articles for Oct. 21 – 26, 2023.

Late eXp icon Rick Geha honored with $100K fundraiser

Rick Geha Team founder Rick Geha suddenly passed away one week after eXp’s annual conference in Las Vegas. The Geha family is honoring the late agent’s memory with a $100,000 fundraiser for the Oakland A’s Make-A-Wish Community Fund.