Celebrate your agents! Enhance recognition by looking beyond the transaction
Opinion
Rather than focusing on output, as measured by transactions completed, focus on what your agents have put into their businesses and the communities they serve. Celebrate your agents for their contributions to local charities and organizations
by Christian Barnes May 27
6 tips for giving out-of-town buyers next-level service
Opinion
As buyers continue to rethink their lifestyle post-pandemic, you may be helping them to look for homes from a distance, with only a short trip to make their final decision in person
by Julie Busby May 27
How to use masterminding to close 13K+ transaction sides like this office did
Vince Leisey, the founder and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Ambassador Real Estate, believes that masterminds are the crucial ingredient for agents to achieve success
by Jimmy Burgess May 26
Broker Spotlight: Kama Burton, CMB Realty Services
Opinion
This week's spotlight shines on Kama Burton, broker-owner of CMB Realty Services, philanthropist, educator and mentor
by Dani Vanderboegh May 26
Helping real estate clients choose their ideal neighborhood
Opinion
Neighborhood quality is subjective, yet Realtors cannot recommend a neighborhood or steer clients into or out of a particular neighborhood. Here's what to do instead
by Teresa Boardman May 26
Your unique service proposition differentiates you. Here's how to communicate it effectively
Opinion
Agents must effectively and efficiently communicate the value they bring. The best way to do that is by differentiating yourself from 1.5  million other agents with truly stellar service and communication
by Tom Toole May 26
We found out what's keeping you up at night: Pulse
Opinion
This week, we asked (and you answered): What's keeping you up at night? What are you doing to manage your stress and stay on track?
by Inman May 25
Millennials want to buy. Here's how you get them to the closing table
Opinion
By taking the proper steps and doing the required research, you have the opportunity to help your millennial buyers overcome the many barriers that have continued to shut them out of homeownership
by Susan Moguel May 25
What 'Inventing Anna' can teach us about vetting colleagues and clients
Opinion
Humans are wired for connection, but how do you know whether or not you can trust that new acquaintance? Learn how to put them to the test and ensure that you're building an authentic and vettable professional network
by David Friedman May 25
Stop Googling 'bubble': Here's why the news may be more positive than you think
Opinion
Are we on the verge of another major real estate downturn? Two of America’s most notable real estate economists, Leslie Appleton-Young and John Tuccillo, weigh in with their predictions and the news may be better than most people expect
by Bernice Ross May 24
3 digital training courses leaders should take 
Opinion
Taking the time to take a course on leadership can provide the background needed to lead your team in the best way possible
by Santiago Arana May 24
Circa 1910: What real estate agents need to know about four square homes
Opinion
Four square and kit homes in any number of variations are commonplace across the country. Today, these houses may have been updated, modernized or expanded
by Gerard Splendore May 24
Stop, look, listen: Focus on what sellers are NOT saying at listing presentations
Opinion
Clients tell you so much, not only with what they say but how they decorate, how they interact with each other and what they don’t say. If you’re not actively listening and asking questions from the beginning, it will come back to bite you later in the process.
by Christine Carr May 24
Don't stunt your growth! 7 truths to embrace now
Opinion
There are some rules that are self-evident for building a successful real estate business. Master these seven principles to supercharge your growth
by Jimmy Burgess May 22
An image of a bear and bull to represent economic resources for real estate agents.
Opinion
Want to increase your economic and finance IQ? 9 ways to stay informed every day
by Christy Murdock May 21
Tom Ferry talks housing, marketing: The Real Word
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White welcome Tom Ferry to discuss housing bubble talk, home affordability and marketing
by Byron Lazine May 20