One broker shares her secret on negotiating deals and scaling business
As someone who runs a profitable brokerage, Carol Scott gives her thoughts on home renovations, negotiating with clients and what it takes to keep a brokerage operating smoothly
by Chris Haddon Mar 13
5 ideas to smoothly transition your team to working remotely
Making the switch to a virtual office? These best practices will help you make the most of the change and drive your agents' performance
by Arthur Kaneko Mar 13
Keeping It Real: 10 tips for newbies to start off right
Jump in with both feet! Take every single opportunity that comes your way, and research, research, research
by Peter Lorimer Mar 12
Is a small or large real estate team right for you?
Opinion
There are benefits to both small and large teams. It's important to weigh the pros and cons of each to determine which is best for your business
by David Parnes AND James Harris Mar 12
caution tape
A cautionary tale exemplifies the importance of vetting sellers to determine if they'll be willing clients or a huge headache
by Troy Palmquist Mar 12
How to properly clean and disinfect your real estate office
'Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces daily in household common areas,' recommends the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention amid the coronavirus pandemic
Real estate agents: Stop advertising mortgage rates
Given the recent volatility with mortgage interest rates, real estate agents need to remember best practices in regards to advertising, which can include posting about rates on social media. Here are a few things to keep in mind so that you don't get yourself in trouble
by Jillayne Schlicke Mar 12
Tales from the field: How brokers should help new agents
Being available to answer questions is not enough. New agents require more to grow in their roles. Here's how newly minted real estate agents can benefit from the experience of seasoned brokers
by Teresa Boardman Mar 12
10 team member recruiting questions for finding the right fit
As a leader you have the heavy responsibility of finding team members everyone is stuck with. Here's how to identify the right candidate for your team
home office
Opinion
Have you planned how you will conduct your business if there is a coronavirus quarantine? If not, now is the time to start
by Bernice Ross Mar 11
Pulse: Tell us about a time when you’ve led through uncertainty
Brilliant leadership takes many forms, so please share your stories
by Inman Mar 11
Smart-home tech for agents: Behind the scenes with C by GE
Opinion
Unveiled at CES 2020, these new C by GE technologies work to enhance the smart-home experience. Here's what they do and how they work
by Brandon Doyle Mar 11
3 ways to generate your own high-quality leads online
With so many platforms out there, it's hard to navigate the murky waters of digital marketing. Here are a few strategies to help you generate new leads and ensure that you're not lost in the shuffle
by Elisha Israel Mar 11
7 tips for protecting your real estate business in this fearful time 
No matter what happens, homes will be bought and sold. Someone has to sell them, and hopefully it’s you. How you handle this matters
by Jay Thompson Mar 11
5 ways to calm anxiety and keep your business moving forward
Struggling with the extra stress of uncertainty? Here are a few ways to keep those fears at bay so you can manage your business effectively
by Rachael Hite Mar 10
A simple way to get eyes on your listing during uncertain times
Amid coronavirus fears, this tried-and-true piece of tech can help real estate agents continue showing homes while staying safe
by Lee Davenport Mar 10