Can AgentPortal’s pro-agent, free model survive scale?
The altruistic and agent-minded networking site was designed to give agents a 'safe space' for industry collaboration, but that very effort could hamper adoption. It will offer a free CRM, websites, and digital business cards
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 6
How to raise team morale during tough times
Make sure you’re always doing these 3 things, so that when times get tough, you can ride the wave together and come out a stronger team
by Mauricio Umansky Mar 5
Want to boost your team's customer experience? Answer these 20 questions
A positive team experience can reduce turnover, increase productivity and boost customer satisfaction. Here are 20 things you should be thinking about when cultivating a dynamic environment for your team
by Chris Pollinger Mar 5
Pulse: What qualities should a real estate leader have?
Regardless of where you fall in the real estate hierarchy, we want to hear your thoughts
by Inman Mar 4
Why teams are best positioned to get great customer service down to a science
Opinion
Like baseball's greatest ever star Ted Williams, agents need to analyze and practice
by Jeff Sibbach Mar 3
Do you have what it takes? 10 traits to level up your leadership
Opinion
Being a leader in today's rapid-fire, ever-changing real estate landscape is more complicated than ever. These 10 traits will help you lead with compassion and competence, whether you run a large brokerage or manage a small team of two
by Cara Ameer Mar 3
How do you create urgency without being pushy? Try this simple strategy
It’s critical that you have a relationship with prospects at the exact moment they are thinking of pulling the trigger, or you risk losing the client to another agent
by Jeff Glover Mar 3
Real talk! Here's the skinny on what the first 2 years in real estate are really like
Opinion
There are a lot of ups and downs, but if you're prepared, they won't be so tough to swallow
by Zachary Sultan Mar 3
Dollars and Sense: What costs should new real estate agents expect?
Let's get real with newbies about what they need to spend to run their businesses
by Nicole Solari Mar 2
IFoundAgent websites put the focus back on search, branding and agents
Phoenix-based but expanding to other Western cities, this practical, agent-focused website builder offers IDX websites, basic marketing and lead tracking tools
by Craig C. Rowe Feb 28
From 30 to 100 agents in 2 years: Kris Lindahl on team growth
Here’s the prolific team leader’s take on cultivating your team, widening your reach and understanding consumers' growing desire for instant gratification
by Ryan Rodenbeck Feb 27
Want your team to feel like a family? Start with the culture
Opinion
Trying to get that family vibe in your office without the cult and Kool-aid remarks from others? Here are three ways to make the workplace feel more like home
by Nicole Lopez Feb 27
How to strengthen your team’s bond
It's through these avenues that we’ve built a solid team and a healthy foundation for our business
by David Parnes AND James Harris Feb 27
Weekly meetings lame? Here's how to change that
Opinion
If you feel like your office meetings are lackluster, try making some of these changes, and watch your agent attendance improve
by Matthew Szalecki Feb 25
Lesson Learned: Offer insights, not answers
Find out how Raleigh-Durham agent Matthew Szalecki learned that when it comes to the hard decisions, your clients have to be in the driver’s seat
by Christy Murdock Feb 24
4 questions you must answer before expanding your team
Opinion
To grow and scale your business, you need to be clear on who you are and what you stand for
by Kevin Kauffman Feb 20