This year has thrown plenty of curveballs at agents, team leaders and brokers, and no one has taken it on the chin like indie brokers. From a shaky market to rampant consolidation, it’s been a tough time for indies.
You’ve come to the right place if you’re trying to answer the question, How can my independent brokerage compete today? This month, Inman raises the curtain on what it takes to start, run and skillfully grow an indie brokerage. Here’s what you’ll find on Inman in December.
What to expect
- Resources on:
- Competing with the big guys
- Managing finances
- Aligning with an iBuyer
- Retaining talent
- Deep dives into:
- Why indie is the way to go
- Company culture
- Marketing
- Do’s and don’ts
- Recruitment
- More
How you can join in on the fun
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This article was last updated Nov. 24, 2025.
It’s never been a more exciting — or more demanding — time to be an independent brokerage. This December, Inman is celebrating the Indie Broker. We’re digging into the tech, tools and strategies today’s leaders are using to grow in a shifting market and consolidating industry. Find out what’s working — and what’s next.
