Why you should treat your relationship with clients like a partnership
Opinion
Here's why working together, side by side, as partners is the best way to build rapport, establish mutual trust and create loyalty between real estate agents and their clients
by John Giffen Aug 9
Need advice? 10 inspirational quotes from real estate coaches
Because this month revolves around coaching, it's only fitting to share the very best and most inspiration quotes from notable real estate coaches. Here are a few picks to help get you through tough times
by Kevin Kauffman Aug 8
'I don't think it should go away': Agents sound off on TikTok ban
Agents have mixed feelings about an executive order issued by President Trump banning use of the Chinese-owned app if it's not sold to an American company by next month
This whimsical 'Hobbit' home hit the market 3 weeks ago. In a hot market, it's already in contract
'I didn't know if this was going to be the hardest sale of my life or if this was going to be so unique that it goes viral,' agent Nick Fallico told Inman. 'Luckily it was the second.'
The Real Word: Is 'was' a word of the past?
Opinion
More this week: Traits real estate agents should possess and how a virtual reality experience helped sell an $18M condo in record time
by Byron Lazine Aug 7
What agents need to know about smart home protocols
Setting up a smart home can really add value to a home — not to mention, enormous convenience for the homeowner. But where do you get started? And how do you set up a centralized smart home hub? Here's what you need to know
by Brandon Doyle Aug 7
5 real estate coaching myths it's time to let go of
Opinion
The truth is: Coaches guide you on your growth journey, no matter where you are starting from
3 effective coaching approaches for your team or brokerage
Opinion
Coaching your agents and team members is an essential component of leadership. It drives success and cohesion to keep everyone operating at a high level
by Mauricio Umansky Aug 6
Doors open, doors close: 6 strategies that generate (and kill) business
What habits or practices make you more successful — or diminish your chances of getting to the closing table — in today’s market?
by Troy Palmquist Aug 6
4 lessons one real estate pro learned from Doctors Without Borders
Doctors Without Borders is a unique organization doing much-needed work around the world. But the lessons of leadership apply to every business in every industry. Here's what one real estate professional learned from MSF about building a relationship-based business
by Bao Le Aug 6
Where are the best and worst COVID-19 rebounds?
A recent Clever Real Estate report looked at the national trends that were spurred this year by COVID-19. Here are a few of them — plus the top five metros with the biggest increases as well as drops in buyer demand
by Luke Babich Aug 6
5 things leaders should be doing for their teams right now
As a team leader, you have a responsibility to guide your team from panic to assurance — especially in challenging situations. That's why they look up to you. Here are a few strategies to help you be the supportive leader they're looking for
by Kathleen Black Aug 6
A seasoned coach on why small group training gets results
Real estate coach Mike Pallin shares how he broke into the field, why he keeps prices low and why eight is the magic number for group sessions
Aiming for 21 markets by '21, Knock now swapping homes in Denver
After rebranding its Home trade-in model, Knock is now helping sellers swap homes in Denver. Its goal is to reach 11 markets before the end of 2020
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 5