Why iBuyers and Zestimates belong in your CMAs 
Opinion
Put your fear aside and help clients understand the pros and cons of iBuying and how Zestimates work
by Jay Thompson Aug 5
Have you heard of the NPS? Here's why it's a great referral tool
The core thesis behind the NPS is that there's one question you can ask clients that reveals what they really think of your business. Here's how you can use it to ramp up referrals
by David Friedman Aug 4
Pulse: What you're leaning on to get through 2020
Last week, we asked you, our readers, to share the important things that are helping you get through the year and keep your business afloat. Here's what you had to say
by Inman Aug 4
Making sense of the headlines: What you should know about the Case-Shiller Index
Opinion
Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives deeper into the lesser known components of the Case-Shiller Home Price Index and what they can tell us about the health of the market
by Matthew Gardner Aug 4
8 truths about buying new construction in 2020
Understanding how to deal with builders in the current climate can set the tone for what to expect, should your clients decide to buy new construction
by Cara Ameer Aug 4
Why Section 1031 like-kind exchanges need to stay
Opinion
Candidate Joe Biden’s campaign plan is to eliminate certain preferences for real estate, and one major area the plan focuses on is the elimination of Section 1031 like-kind exchanges. Here's why that's a bad idea
by Dan Wagner Aug 3
6 steps for avoiding destructive conflict on your team
Opinion
Effective leaders understand that conflicts will arise, and they can effectively channel that energy into positive solutions that foster a healthy team. Learn how to use conflict to propel your team forward
by Carl Medford Aug 3
5 tips for virtually hand-holding first-time homebuyers 
These tips, adapted to your personal selling style and fine-tuned to your client, can add to the buying experience despite not being physically present
by Gerard Splendore Aug 3
Social proof is crucial to getting new clients — here's why
If you want to stand out and inspire interest in your business, there’s no better way than to have past clients vouch for your work. Here's why social proof is invaluable in drawing new clientele and bolstering your online presence
by Brandon Doyle Aug 3
Lesson Learned: Teamwork makes the dream work
Find out how the brokers at Charleston’s Maison Real Estate put their collaborative approach to work for buyers and sellers
by Christy Murdock Aug 3
Ready to level up? Here's how to be a better real estate coach
Upgrade your leadership and coaching skills to lead your real estate team to new heights with these tips
Put fair housing laws to work: How to prevent discriminatory practices
Determining how to create more equality in your business begins with an honest self-evaluation of your own attitudes and behaviors. Here's how to move fair housing from theoretical to practical
by Christy Murdock Aug 1
The Real Word: What is the future of urban living?
Opinion
More this week: what to expect when scooping up low-priced fixers and how listing descriptions are now highlighting Zoom rooms
by Byron Lazine Jul 31
How can Americans cope with energy costs this summer?
With so many people working from home this year, it's no surprise that utility bills are ticking up. Mike Phillips, co-founder and CEO of Sense, shares tips on what people can do to reduce energy use in your home
by Brandon Doyle Jul 31
How racism in property deeds affected generations
Opinion
While volunteering to collect data for the Mapping Prejudice Project, one broker did a deep dive into the history of structural racism and the racially restrictive property deeds that affected generations in her hometown
by Teresa Boardman Jul 30
How to focus on your team by fostering positivity
Given everything that 2020 brought on, it's understandable if your team members are feeling a little down and unmotivated. So, here are a few tips to help perk up your team and nudge them to achieve their goals for the year
by Kathleen Black Jul 30