Are you in a seller’s market or a buyer’s market? Take Inman’s quiz

Are homebuyers asking for concessions? Are bidding wars ubiquitous in your market? Answer a few simple questions to determine if your area favors homebuyers or sellers this spring.

Buyer leads from mortgage lenders: Take ’em or leave ’em?

In this week's Pulse, let us know whether cultivating referral partnerships with lenders results in reliable, meaningful leads.

8 tips for preparing your first real estate agent business plan

Preparing your first real estate agent business plan takes time, effort and research. Thankfully, it doesn’t have to be long or complicated, just specific enough to outline what you want to accomplish. A well-prepared business plan will help you set a clear direction, stay focused and increase your

How to answer buyers’ top 10 most-asked mortgage questions

Agents should be prepared to answer their buyer's mortgage questions, including types of mortgages, lender guidelines, preapproval vs. prequalification and the closing process in the area.