Real Estate Career Tips, How-Tos, & Guides
Just in case you're in the throes of planning what your summer will look like this year, here are a few books to consider adding to the season's reading list
Communication starts with your own self-talk and radiates outward from there. Check out this guide to effective communication with everyone you know
If you’re thinking about becoming a mentor, you should have a solid picture of what you’re getting yourself into before committing to working with a new agent. That agent's career depends on your leadership
A lot of agents are questioning what’s appropriate to post on social media amid the pandemic and the current protests on racial injustice. Here are a few guidelines on what to post (and what not to)
Opinion
Rich in innovation, the CRM segment of tech is popular, but there is no one-size-fits-all solution. These products might not be top-of-mind, but they are worth checking out
For those who want to improve the bathroom experience, there's a host of options available — from heated toilet seats to voice-activated mirrors that can read you news and give weather updates
There has never been a better time — or a greater need — to make rentals a mandatory property class. More data on the MLS, especially during a pandemic, serves the MLS and the brokers, agents and consumers who depend on it
More this week: a discussion on the pros and cons of using gamification to boost agents' productivity, and Real Trends, which adjusted its ranking system this year
Higher retention means a more cohesive culture and more highly trained and seasoned agents serving your clients
Opinion
To ensure you hire the right people and keep them, heed these tips
An unexpected change in the world shouldn't turn your business upside down. Here's how staying organized and having a structured sales process can help push your business forward, especially right now
Summer might look a little different this year, but that doesn't mean teams shouldn't ready themselves for high volumes of business. Here's how to stay productive this season, while making sure to carve out some time for rest and relaxation
Although we're about to ease into a summer of uncertainty, agents still have an opportunity to take advantage of the months ahead and rev up their business — and they can start by tackling these 12 strategies
Opinion
The antidote to fear is gratitude. The antidote to fear is service
Entrepreneurs and industry leaders give their take on what real estate agents should be doing now to thrive through these tough times
Opinion
The attack on Keller Williams agent Lenora Farrington is yet another poignant reminder of why we as an industry need to stop holding open houses immediately
What do you do in the face of a client meltdown? Find out how to develop a strategy for defusing disputes in a positive way