Thinking of becoming a Realtor? Here’s what it’s really like
Opinion
If you've been considering a career in real estate, here are the ins and outs you need to know before you make the switch
by Larry Alton Jul 15
3 ways to keep the door open to homeownership for discouraged buyers
If your potential buyers are ready to give up, don't let them throw in the towel yet. Try these three strategies to help open up new opportunities in a challenging market
by Laura Adams Jul 14
12 things you need to know about getting your real estate license
Opinion
Every day more people are leaving their 9 to 5 jobs and moving into a role in the real estate industry. Here's what they need to know now
by Darryl Davis Jul 14
Leading the way: Woman-to-woman advice about growing your career
Learn how to achieve more with timely and actionable advice from real estate and mortgage marketing expert Jessica Siguenza
by Rachael Hite Jul 14
Risk and reward: How to succeed in luxury real estate
Opinion
As independent contractors, real estate agents are able to make choices about positioning themselves and finding the right market niche
by Dwayne Leatherwood Jul 12
Professional athletes make the perfect recruits. Here's why
Opinion
The soft skills and mental strength pro athletes call on for high levels of performance are remarkably similar to those shared by top producers
by Bridgette Hager Jul 12
Here are the mistakes agents must avoid: The Real Word
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss mistakes agents make when competing, consumer recession fears and the Marketeer
by Byron Lazine Jul 11
What to do when a customer calls about a home that is sold
Opinion
For too many agents, a call after the listing is sold is ignored. Instead, make it an opportunity and a springboard for adding value
by Tom Toole Jul 11
Circa 1950: What real estate agents need to know about housing styles from the 1950s 
Opinion
Housing from the 1950s is characterized by homogeneous style and post-World War II sensibilities, affluence and family size
by Gerard Splendore Jul 11
How to show your buyers you are a pro, even if you are new to the game
Inspiring confidence in your buyer clients means knowing the process from start to finish before you show that first property
Is your 2022 business plan holding up? Time for a reboot
Opinion
Many agents are taking a beat to rethink their business plans they wrote at the beginning of 2022. Is your plan ready to shift with the market?
by B. J. Sonderman Jul 8
Seeing contingencies come back? Your market is shifting
Opinion
As the market shifts, the reemergence of contingent transactions and contingency clauses can help you gauge the balance of power
by Bret Weinstein Jul 8
Cheers! Bublup offers a better way to organize business: Tech Review
Opinion
Bublup is business content organization and management software that can store, label, sort and share everything, including web addresses, home tour videos and listing agreements
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 8
Watch your step: 5 closing pitfalls and how to avoid them
Opinion
There are many moving parts throughout the homebuying process, and they all need to be completed successfully before your client has their keys in hand
by James Harris AND David Parnes Jul 8
Honey, pull over! How this agent gets 33,000 listing video views for $200
Of course, you'll feature that listing on the MLS, but how do you take your marketing to the next level with YouTube? Learn how to create targeted ads to get your latest listing more exposure
by Jimmy Burgess Jul 7
Frustrated with inventory? 5 tips for getting creative
Opinion
Many agents are frustrated with low inventory on both sides of the transaction. Try these strategies to create inventory for your clients and find a pathway to under contract
by Julie Busby Jul 6