The key to a bulletproof listing presentation? These 3 points
Every agent wants to win more listings, but few are willing to invest the time practicing. You must be willing to do the reps and craft your presentations so that sellers will likely sign with you. Here's how
by Tom Toole Jan 3
Want to audit your CRM? Ask these 5 questions
Auditing your CRM will build self-awareness and help you establish personal responsibility around your processes. Most importantly, you’ll sell more houses — which ultimately is the goal of every single real estate agent
by Tom Toole Jan 3
7 questions sellers will ask on listing appointments
Educating and empowering clients will lead sellers to being comfortable with making good decisions and hopefully generating some more inventory in this challenging market. Here are a few questions they'll most likely be asking you — and how to expertly answer them
by Cara Ameer Jan 3
A simple real estate sales formula to guide you in 2022
There are hundreds of formulas for stable, long-term success out there — but according to top producer Jimmy Burgess, only one has really stood the test of time. It boils down to these three key ingredients
by Jimmy Burgess Jan 2
What I learned about real estate while sailing the Pacific
Back in August, Jay Thompson spent three weeks in the middle of the Pacific, confined to a 72-foot boat plowing through waves in an impossibly large ocean. Here's what he learned on the epic adventure — about people, real estate and life
by Jay Thompson Dec 31
11 alternatives to ShowingTime: new apps to manage home showings
2021's legacy to proptech will be a major jump in the number of technology products developed to help agents show homes
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 30
Want to increase your productivity in 2022? Take a break!
No individual or team can run hot all the time. Carefully managing your energy will help you to retain your creativity, productivity and motivation. Here's why you need to incorporate breaks into your daily routine
by Bernice Ross Dec 30
5 ways to instill confidence in new team members
Opinion
Here is how "Million Dollar Listing LA" stars James Harris and David Parnes instill confidence in new real estate team members
by David Parnes AND James Harris Dec 30
The monthly checklist real estate agents need in their lives
Develop a big picture view of each month to ensure that you can feel good about what you’ve accomplished
by Christy Murdock Dec 29
Readers share their real estate New Year's resolutions
The new year is here, which means it's time to get cracking on those 2022 goals. What are you hoping to achieve? Today, readers share their real estate New Year's resolutions for this year
by Inman Dec 29
5 business planning must-do’s for 2022
Start putting a plan in place for success next year while keeping your focus firmly fixed on your goals
by Christy Murdock Dec 29
3 daily routines every real estate agent needs in their life
Successful people like Mark Zuckerberg have structured days, built on routines and systems, writes broker-owner Mike Opyd. Here are the daily routines you should consider adopting
by Mike Opyd Dec 29
7 weekly essentials you should pencil in
Stop thinking day-to-day with these ideas for weekly habits that pay dividends
by Christy Murdock Dec 29
Lesson Learned: 27 pros share their top 2021 insights
Look back at the industry talent we’ve featured this year, and be inspired as you move into 2022
by Christy Murdock Dec 27
Real estate reality check: 7 myths exposed and explained
Many real estate misconceptions can prevent agents from growing. Here are some of the common myths and why you should ignore them in order to find success
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 26
Epic fail or shifting market? The Real Word takes on Brad Inman's op-ed
Opinion
This week, Bryon Lazine and Nicole White discuss Brad Inman's op-ed on the controversy at Better Mortgage and Zillow's iBuying exit as well as Trulia's plans to ditch crime data
by Byron Lazine Dec 23