Clothes the deal: How to dress to impress in this new normal
Whether you're preparing for a Zoom meeting or a transition back to the office when stay-at-home orders lift, knowing how to dress the part might be the key to closing the deal
by Troy Palmquist May 7
How to lead your team with confidence through change
Opinion
Whenever there's a bump in the road, teams members look up to their leaders for assurance. Provide support by being the calm voice of reason, taking initiative and aligning your plans with your desired outcome
by Kathleen Black May 7
The Real Word: What agents should (and shouldn't) be doing right now
Plus, a discussion about Opendoor's return to contact-free selling and an MTV 'Cribs'-style listing video worth praising
by Byron Lazine May 7
Why your customer service matters most now
Opinion
In today's world, what is the best strategy for moving forward? The answer might be less about adopting new tech, and more about focusing on individualized service and a stellar client experience
by Teresa Boardman May 7
What buyers are up against in today's world
Opinion
Entering the homebuying space has certainly opened my eyes, maybe my experiences can help you be a better agent
by Jay Thompson May 6
5 steps to organizing your database
Shelter-in-place orders are slowly beginning to lift across the country, which means more in-person business with clients in the near future. That’s why it’s a good idea to organize your database now. Here's how
by Leslie DeLuca May 6
Pulse: What’s the most beneficial training you’ve received in the past month?
This week, we want to know: What are you glad you learned in the past month or so? Whether it's in-house team training, a skill honed or a new certification, what's helping you move your business along?
by Inman May 6
What's next? C.A.R.'s VP addresses agent concerns
Agents are hungry to know what's going to happen to their businesses and the industry as a whole. Leslie Appleton-Young, the vice president of the California Association of Realtors, shares a real-world, data-driven snapshot into today's realities
by Bernice Ross May 6
Pulse: How our readers are preparing for reopening
Last week, we asked you to tell us how you're preparing for when the country reopens, now that COVID-19 restrictions are slowly being lifted. Here's what you shared
by Inman May 5
Making sense of the headlines: Is mortgage forbearance a good idea?
Opinion
Will the mortgage forbearance help or hurt the US housing market? Homeowners who are thinking of using the program should read the fine print
by Matthew Gardner May 5
Want to propel your brokerage forward? Follow these 6 steps
Opinion
At this point, brokerages should be planning to re-enter the market when COVID-19 restrictions lift. Here's how one brokerage is rolling up its sleeves and building momentum
by Teresa Mack May 5
How these agents are getting listing videos right
Every house has a different story to tell. How do you make sure you're representing it well through video? Here are a few examples of different video styles and what makes them stand out
by Troy Palmquist May 4
Returning to the office? Here's how to transition the brokerage smoothly
As businesses across the country brace themselves to return back to the workplace, it's important to prepare properly. This list of must-do's from office-planning experts can help
by Christy Murdock May 4
9 tips for navigating your business in a changing economy
How do agents effectively operate their businesses moving into this summer and fall? The answer is simple: Know your value
by John Giffen May 3
Stop already! 12 things agents shouldn’t be doing right now
Opinion
This unique moment is a time to rise up and be better, so start by doing better
by Nicole Solari May 2
The Real Word: Realogy's crumbling $400M deal
Plus, a few ways homebuyers might benefit from this health care crisis and what it means for real estate agents
by Byron Lazine May 1