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Think indie shops can't compete with big-box brokerages? Think again! Broker Ian Hoover breaks down the numbers on why, thanks to new technology, indie brokerages have the edge over franchises.

There are many ways to access the equity in your home, but they're not all the same. Count on author and coach Bernice Ross for the most innovative strategies available to tap into all of that newfound wealth.

With so many platforms and processes to learn as you launch your business, you'll need to learn the unwritten rules fast — both old and new. Here's a quick-hit list to help everyone be better behaved in the office, online and during the transaction process.

For listings with a Zillow interactive floor plan, customers can seamlessly travel through an entire home as if they were touring it in person.

Most agents have been driving hard this year, according to coach Darryl Davis, navigating both heavy competition and a changing (and sometimes challenging) market. Here are a few ideas to get the most from your summer season — and stay at the top of your game. 

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the past seven days? Here's Inman Top 5, the most essential stories of the week, according to Inman readers.

The company offers a wide array of free reports, data and bonafide research on every way the outside world can impact a relocation decision. It can also benefit agents looking to help clients.

The slowing demand for homes is affecting the balance of power between buyers and sellers, according to two new reports from Redfin.

As the market makes profitability more difficult to attain, cost control measures will become ever more important for brokerage companies, says industry data expert Mike DelPrete.

A penthouse in the tallest residential building in the world would draw big bucks. But at Central Park Tower, which holds that title, residents will have access to a private club on the 100th floor.

A cooling real estate market has already led to cuts at companies far and wide. The San Francisco-based rental search portal is the latest.

The rise of the millennial art collector, testing the waters in a new locale and vacationing closer to home are all trends luxury real estate agents are seeing from their clients moving into summer.

William Koeppel, 62, filed a claim with the Surrogates Court of Manhattan accusing his 84-year-old mother Roberta Koeppel of negligence, claiming she let the family's portfolio of buildings rot.

Nearly 90 percent of Americans know how many children Kim Kardashian has, but fewer than 33 percent know how to get pre-approved for a mortgage, according to a new survey from Zillow.

Inman spoke with Oppenheim Group founder Jason Oppenheim and vice president Mary Fitzgerald about market turmoil, layoffs and the road forward ahead of Connect Las Vegas.

For your business to increase, start by identifying the areas you need to decrease, making room for the new growth that is to come, writes Jimmy Burgess. Take action today and the business of your dreams will follow.

The housing industry has shed thousands of jobs recently, and more cuts may be in store. But some companies are handling the situation better than others.

A truly affordable smart home setup may be within the financial reach of most homeowners, with lighting and security features included. Brandon Doyle reviews a range of smart and cost-efficient upgrades.

Unfortunately, laws are not magic because those laws do not magically stop violations from occurring. In the best-case scenario, laws provide a possible remedy if there is proof of the violation and the violator is caught.

Get to know the 2022 ICLV Ambassadors. This group will embark on an experience together with Inman — hosting exclusive events, sharing speaking opportunities, and connecting with other Inman community leaders and global real estate brands.