3 excuses agents make that sabotage their success
Without even realizing it, agents often get in their own way and self-sabotage their success by making excuses. As a result, they miss out on important opportunities to grow. Do any of these common excuses sound familiar?
by Kathleen Black Mar 4
7 secrets to growing a high-performing, loyal, lasting team
Opinion
High-performing teams are developed, grown and cultivated with purpose — from the inside out. Here are the common themes I see among solid teams
by Chris Pollinger Mar 4
Black Lives Matter pressured RE/MAX Platinum to fire me: Agent
Michigan Realtor Rick Beaudin alleges in a lawsuit filed against the brokerage that an 'unknown BLM representative' pressured RE/MAX of Michigan to fire the agent. The complaint lists 'Black Lives Matter Unknown Associate' as a defendant
Be your market's authority! 6 tips for getting more PR buzz
Although grounded in experience, knowledge and skill, a reputation as an authority can only come through objective, outside validation. Here are a few basic ways agents can position themselves as authority figures in their markets
by Justin Tucker Mar 3
Your deal flopped! Are you guilty of these 7 sale-killing behaviors?
Opinion
When one of your deals flops, look for what went wrong and what you can do to prevent it — and avoid making that same mistake in the future. Here are a few common deal-killing behaviors to watch out for
by Bernice Ross Mar 3
Pulse: What do clients need to know about mortgages in 2021?
In today's pandemic-stricken real estate landscape, agents have to do everything they can to educate homebuyers — especially when it comes to the mortgage market. So, what do clients need to prepare for?
by Inman Mar 3
Redfin’s bid to buy RentPath isn’t about rentals
Opinion
Of course, Redfin is making a move into the rental space. The only surprise about this acquisition should be what took so long
by Jay Thompson Mar 3
baby boomer real estate
Opinion
Baby boomers own a lot of real estate and, therefore, a lot of potential business. A broker of the generation offers some advice for agents looking to work with this cohort
by Teresa Boardman Mar 3
Keller Williams stays the course amid leadership changes
Opinion
Like with most growing organizations, leadership changes over time, but Gary Keller's message has not
Pulse: The alternative mortgage services clients are opting for
In today's market, what alternative financing models are clients drawn to? That's the question we posed last week, kickstarting a new theme of the month. Here's what our readers had to say
by Inman Mar 2
4 simple (but effective) strategies for fighting real estate stress
Real estate is rife with forces that threaten to drag agents down, which is why they have to learn how to combat day-to-day stress. Here are a handful of tips that can help you find some peace and keep anxiety at bay
by Michael Zaransky Mar 2
Why people matter most: One real estate pro recounts his story
Opinion
My glass-half-full analysis of 2020 is that many real estate agents who might have been neglecting their sphere corrected that, reaching out to folks not just to try to earn a listing or commission, but to see how they were doing personally. Here's why that's important
by Bret Calltharp Mar 2
How agents can prepare for (an even busier) spring right now
Opinion
Here are 3 easy ways agents can prepare for a potentially hustling and bustling spring marketplace even without the downtime that a slow winter market usually provides
by Anthony West Mar 2
How to combat 5 common lies listing agents tell — and win the listing
Opinion
Be sure to always ask if the other agent has promised anything that you haven’t. That will be your opportunity to counter any lies with truth
by Carl Medford Mar 2
About Time Tours offers industry mobile app for scheduling showings
The iOS and Android app is ready to go, seeking MLS and brokerage partnerships to streamline in-person property tours
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 1
English estate where the Magna Carta was signed lists for $5.9M
The Windsor, England, property is situated on an island in the Thames River and has a room specifically constructed to commemorate the Magna Carta's signing in 1215