Episode 220 - Brad Inman, Chairman of the Board at Inman

When Brad Inman started Inman News in the mid-’90s, he likely had no idea that it would explode into such a vast resource for the real estate industry or that his career in journalism would pivot into hosting Inman Connect events that consistently pull together thousands of professionals.

In this episode, I sit down with Brad and dive into his journalism and real estate journey. He shares his unique approach to life, thoughts on critics, and what made Inman Connect what it is today. Listen in for his 2020 market predictions and invaluable advice for established and budding agents alike.

"Don't waste your time. Go live an engaged life, do the right thing, be productive and you suddenly will find all these cool creative people around you." - Brad Inman

Top Takeaways:

Brad Inman’s Advice for New Agents:

Outwork your competitors & make sacrifices.

“If you love your work and your passion about what you do then it's not something you want to be lazy about.” - Bill Inman

Predictions For the Early 2020s:
- Economy- People own a record-high percentage of their homes.
- Technology- It will be easier to buy and sell a house in coming years
  - The market is going to be more efficient. Resulting in more transactions.
  - It's become even easier to tech-nest.
  - We’re building more efficiently.
  - We’re living safer with smart locks and other home technology.

"In any time there's something this dynamic, opportunity flows from it for those people who are smart enough to take advantage of it- which is our people at Connect." Brad Inman

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