3 seller objections, excuses and concerns to overcome this fall
Sometimes, interactions with sellers go smoothly, but that's not always the case — especially now. As an agent, you should anticipate these common seller concerns and respond to them appropriately
by Kathleen Black Nov 19
3 strategies for scooping up more market share
As a successful agent, naturally, there will a come a time when you'll want to expand into a new area. Here's how one agency approached the endeavor and what the process looked like
by David Parnes AND James Harris Nov 19
How the right role model can help lead you to success
The trick to choosing a good role model is to really identify what you want and the lifestyle you want to lead and find the people who are doing just that
by Adam Hergenrother Nov 19
Notarize announces partnership with dotloop
The new partnership should let agents using dotloop get their documents notarized with the click of a button
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 18
Notarize opens platform to more notaries, launches tool for agents
Notarize also revealed during a virtual conference Wednesday that it has seen significant growing interest in virtual transactions during the pandemic
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 18
Do protests play a role in where Americans want to live? Maybe
New data from Redfin suggests protests have had a modest impact on where people want to live, with 30% surveyed saying unrest has made them reconsider where they want to live
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 18
7 ways indie brokers can cultivate a powerful support system
As an indie broker, you might be juggling a variety of roles and responsibilities — which is not only tedious, but also very lonely. This is why it helps to have a strong support system. Here's how to build it
by Bernice Ross Nov 18
Dear Marketing Mastermind: What should my 2021 marketing plan include?
Looking for ways to improve your content marketing strategy? Learn how from this virtual workshop featuring Valerie Garcia and Peter Lorimer
by Christy Murdock Nov 18
Pulse: How do you cultivate a magnetic indie culture?
This week, we're asking you to share your take on what makes for a positive company culture. How do you build an environment that fosters engagement, productivity and, above all, happiness?
by Inman Nov 18
Don't chase your next transaction — run your business with intention
The business of real estate is fast-paced and in the moment. As an agent, you're always chasing the next transaction. But here's how operating with intention can positively impact both work and life
by Marion Weiler Nov 18
What's wrong with the question 'Are the schools good?'
Opinion
There's a reason your licensure instructor and your broker both told you not to answer this question. Find out how it can lead to accidental steering, even when answered with the best of intentions
by Jay Thompson Nov 18
NAR's golden opportunity: Code of ethics changes aren't the final word
Opinion
To change both the reality on the ground and the optics for the public, NAR must take significant steps to eliminate practices shown to damage the public. The proposed changes to the code of ethics is not the final solution
by Chris Drayer Nov 17
'2021 has already kick-started': Noel Roberts on the Hamptons market
The star of 'Million Dollar Beach House' talks about the influx of permanent Hamptons residents and what to expect next year
Kleard launches self-touring tech for rentals
Kleard's third app for both iOS and Android clears the way for landlords to allow aspiring tenants to tour rental listings unaccompanied
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 17
From SoulCycle to the office: 10 brand-building lessons
When it comes to drive, resilience and brand power, there's a lot agents can learn from the fitness world. Here, two SoulCycle master instructors share their top tips for tapping into the athlete mindset
by Tamara Bakir Nov 17
Why the NAR Expo won't ever be the same
Aside from the challenges posed by COVID-19, the NAR Expo still faces a handful of other issues that stack the deck against it. Here are a few affecting the health of the event
by Chris Drayer Nov 17