The Real Word: Which markets saw the largest inflow of new homebuyers?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss mortgage changes for vacation homes, how many Americans moved during the pandemic and videos every agent should make
by Byron Lazine Apr 16
Luxury high-rise amenity trends taking 2021 by storm
New development has never been so exciting. Life from the top (of a luxury condominium) will look very different in the post-COVID world. Here are the above-and-beyond amenities that will make high-rise living irresistible in 2021
by Tamara Bakir Apr 16
Are you making these 9 listing presentation mistakes?
Opinion
Whoever controls the listings, controls the market. Avoid these common mistakes, so that you can have more control over your success, as well
by Thomas Mallette Apr 15
4 client questions every team member should be prepared to answer
How you respond to clients matters. When you can answer their questions with confidence and clarity, they will put their trust in you and your team to do the best job possible. Here are a few common questions clients will — at one point or another — ask you
by Kathleen Black Apr 15
Will rising mortgage rates affect appetite for homebuying?
Opinion
In short: Probably not. Vaccinations and stimulus measures are fueling optimism for an epic economic rebound, and there are other factors at play. Here is a look at how the housing market has fared over the past year and what to expect
by Kenon Chen Apr 15
Know your numbers! How to be more accountable for your team's financials
Opinion
The more you can step back and let go of any emotions or attachment to the numbers and look at them as pure information, the faster you'll be able to make a sound strategic decision for your organization
by Adam Hergenrother Apr 15
How authentic leadership fosters an attractive culture
The strongest influence on an organization’s culture will unquestionably be the leader’s motives, intent, character, style, personality and passion. Here's why it's important to foster a first-rate business culture — and how to do it
by Brian Walker Apr 15
Put branding first! How to build a business that attracts growth
Invest in building a brand that people recognize, see as innovative and want to work for and with
by Kris Lindahl Apr 15
WATCH: Back To Basics 101 — Send handwritten notes to homeowners
Realtor with ehomes, Micah McNeill-Tyler, shares the threefold benefits of sending handwritten notes to sellers in neighborhoods your buyers like
by Inman Apr 14
10 pandemic-tested truths about homebuying
Multiple offers, super-low inventory, skyrocketing values and lots of competition from cash buyers have made the current real estate climate both a blessing and a curse. Through that, a few real estate concepts were put to the test. Here's what lasted
by Cara Ameer Apr 14
Pulse: What client objections are you hearing most this spring?
This week, we want to explore some of the most pressing concerns clients are raising in this red-hot spring market. Just as importantly, we also want to know how you're responding
by Inman Apr 14
3 reasons Instagram isn’t working for you (and what to do)
If the social media platform is no longer performing for you, it's likely you’ve fallen into one of these common traps
by Stefanie Lugo Apr 14
Stop being a secret agent! 8 real estate conversation-starters
Opinion
If you’re not out there interacting with the public on a face-to-face basis, chances are you’ve become a secret agent — and that has to change. Here is a variety of fun and engaging ways to get strangers to ask you about your job and real estate
by Bernice Ross Apr 14
My top Back to Basics tip? Answer the damn phone
Opinion
What's far more critical in building your business than a speedy reply or dropping someone into a system that will pound out messages to a contact database? Answering the phone
by Jay Thompson Apr 14
10 tips for prepping your listings in this frenzied spring market
There's no better time to showcase your listing than spring. With these tips, you’ll be the expert your clients need to sell their home in this fast-paced market and get them top dollar for their sale
by Joshua Katz Apr 13
WATCH: Back to Basics 101 — Focus on relationship-building
Broker-owner Barbara Betts shares why it’s imperative to build trust with your sphere — those people who already know and like you
by Inman Apr 13