The real reason so many new agents quit in 5 years
Opinion
Real estate is not for the faint of heart. Too many new agents never get a fair shot at showing what they can do given competent leadership and mentoring
by Bret Weinstein Aug 22
Listening skills are the salesperson's superpower
Sometimes real estate agents don't seem able to break away from the script and listen to what potential clients really want and need
by Teresa Boardman Aug 18
'Be a goldfish': 11 Ted Lasso leadership nuggets we all need
Opinion
This heartwarming show can help you prepare for your next team meeting. Finding the right words to say to motivate your crew may be just one binge watch away
by Darryl Davis Aug 18
Incentives slashed, downlines dropped. Time to sell real estate
Opinion
As Compass pulls back on sign-on sweeteners and downlines ain’t what they used to be, some newer agents are having to learn how to build a business from the ground up — all over again
by Troy Palmquist Aug 17
Circa 2000: What agents need to know about aughties home styles
As homes continued to develop into the 21st century, there was a return to traditional aesthetics, updated with more modern features and conveniences
by Gerard Splendore Aug 17
How to create the best video content with Jimmy Burgess
Stop overcomplicating the process of creating a video content strategy to market your business and your listings. Jimmy Burgess helps you get started with a video content strategy
by Tom Toole Aug 13
WATCH: How to generate listings and maintain momentum in a shifting market
Top agents Jonathan Spears and Lauren Rosin shared their tips at Inman Connect Las Vegas to show agents that prospecting in a down market is possible with the right mindset and tools behind them
by Rachael Hite Aug 12
Reset your day with these 5 stress-relieving techniques
Manage your stress and reset your mindset with these simple techniques that you can do anywhere and anytime
by Santiago Arana Aug 12
6 steps to become the 'economist of choice' in your local market
Real estate agents who can provide accurate, up-to-date and meaningful market data can become the agent of choice when local buyers and sellers decide to move. Here's how
by Carl Medford Aug 11
Master these 3 skill sets to outlast a down market
Soft skills, hard skills and more: It takes a lot to get your mindset right and grow your real estate business as a new agent
by Gavin Payne Aug 10
Circa 1990: What real estate agents need to know about the era’s housing styles
As the end of the millennium approached, homes became more about modern and contemporary styles, with a penchant for customization
by Gerard Splendore Aug 10
New Agent Lifesaver: What should I be doing while waiting for my buyers' pre-approval?
Don't waste time while you wait for your buyer to get pre-approved for a home loan. Here are some ways to be ready to hit the ground running
How safe are you? 17 essential safety tips for real estate agents
Opinion
Staying safe as a real estate agent is your first priority. Make these 17 best practices into your new daily habits
by Luke Babich Aug 9
A man going through a checklist outside of a home to illustrate creating a seller safety plan.
Opinion
There certainly isn't enough advice out there on seller safety, says safety expert Robert Siciliano. Here are some tips to ensure your sellers (and you) stay safe during showings
by Robert Siciliano Aug 9
Walkthrough woes: 7 things that cause pre-closing stress
By the time buyers attend the final walkthrough, they may be stressed out and nitpicking. Here are the items that may set them off, along with ways to offset their frustrations
by Cara Ameer Aug 8
Opendoor is in $62M worth of legal trouble: The Real Word
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine discusses Opendoor's recent $62M settlement of its legal troubles with the FTC plus a flawed study of days on market
by Byron Lazine Aug 8