Opinion
The best thing we can do for our businesses is be honest about the services we provide, how we work and even how the industry itself works. We need to promote our services without suggesting that the competition is greedy, incompetent or unethical
by Teresa Boardman Oct 21
Opinion
By creating a culture of freedom and discipline, you will have a much higher long-term retention rate. Here are some common agent retention issues and how to fix them
by Adam Hergenrother Oct 20
Opinion
Other iBuyers saw the signals and made adjustments while Zillow kept on buying; either it missed the signs or proceeded anyway. Regardless, it’s a timely reminder that growing an iBuyer business is challenging
by Mike DelPrete Oct 19
Opinion
This week, Bryon Lazine and Nicole White discuss key takeaways from the 2021 Tom Ferry Success Summit, Opendoor's $9 billion debt war chest and the perks of being a one-stop shop brokerage
by Byron Lazine Oct 19
Opinion
Here are the absolute truths when it comes to having a lasting and successful career. If you follow these rules, explosive business growth is just around the corner
by Jimmy Burgess Oct 15
Opinion
Here are a few other myths you should be aware of so you don't spin your wheels endlessly
by Adam Hergenrother Oct 13
Opinion
Real estate agents do things that only a human mind, human touch, understanding and empathy can achieve
by Jay Thompson Oct 12
Opinion
The company's internal research shows aspiring tenants who complete their onboarding survey end up choosing properties that cost 15% more per month
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 11
Opinion
Imagine if Facebook compensated users for every like, image post or ad campaign they started. That's the idea behind Blimp's approach to bettering the industry
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 8
Opinion
Anthony Lamacchia doesn’t see the agent commission 'reckoning' as better for consumers as many are painting it. NAR is doing its job for consumers and Realtors. Here’s why
Opinion
Do what the top producers do and avoid the mistakes that can keep you from becoming the best agent you can possibly be
by Jimmy Burgess Oct 7
Opinion
It’s a bad move for your clients, the buyer’s agent and your career. Here's why
by Jay Thompson Oct 6
Opinion
As fewer companies dominate the scene and own the software it takes to run a real estate business, prices will go up while customer service and innovation decline
by Teresa Boardman Oct 6
Opinion
This week, Bryon Lazine and Nicole White discuss a viral TikTok video that criticizes iBuyers, what Americans are willing to sacrifice for a home, and the 'Conjuring' house that's now on the market.
by Byron Lazine Oct 4
Opinion
Whether it’s government intervention or voluntary innovation, as the DOJ vs. NAR battle shows, change is coming to the industry. Consumers are asking for it. Agents and brokers who choose innovation over resistance and do right by clients will be the ones who thrive
by Johnny Hanna Oct 4
Opinion
The truth is, it's all about figuring out what you need to get the job done. Become the kind of person who figures things out and develops the skills to achieve the goals you’ve set for yourself
by Jimmy Burgess Sep 30
Opinion
Kagent is a software that helps real estate agents manage open houses and deliver post-event surveys to buyers and leads. It's also a great example of how a well-designed user experience can speed adoption
by Craig C. Rowe Sep 30
Opinion
Are rising housing prices a bad thing? Consumers think so. It’s critical real estate agents understand and can explain what that means for clients, the industry and the economy
by Adam Hergenrother Sep 29
Opinion
Agents flock to Facebook groups to find answers to commission objections only to find a lot of useless chatter. Here's a breakdown of the most common handlers and what works
by Jay Thompson Sep 28
Opinion
This platform benefits agents with unique luxury listings, investment properties, land and other real estate that doesn't get a lot of attention on the local MLS
by Craig C. Rowe Sep 24