Don't fumble in the red zone! 5 tips for snagging a win
Opinion
When the pressure's on, every move you make matters. Agents need to finish strong to ensure that the transaction gets all the way into the end zone
by Carl Medford Feb 15
What should sellers disclose? Top 10 disclosure musts
Although these 10 categories do not cover everything, they are a good start. The adage still applies: When in doubt, disclose
by Carl Medford Feb 7
No matter what, Realtors are the ones who make home happen
Opinion
Despite the daily onslaught of market disruptors seeking to remove Realtors from the equation, there will always be a need for the personal touch in walking clients through the sale or purchase of their most important asset
by Carl Medford Feb 1
22 truths your real estate recruiting broker may have left out
Opinion
Here are 22 things a recruiter will never tell a prospective agent about a career in real estate
by Carl Medford Jan 25
Everything to know about how agents are making money in 2022
Most agents' income still comes from commissions, but the compensation landscape has never been in greater flux than it is now
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 18
I'm so over it! 7 reasons homeowners want to move
Opinion
The agents who manage to get ahead of the trends and position themselves in the new reality will be the ones still standing when the new order emerges
by Carl Medford Jan 17
10 rookie mistakes you can't afford to make
Everyone makes the occasional mistake, but rookies often make more than their fair share. Here are the biggest errors to watch out for and avoid
by Carl Medford Dec 30
Top 15 things real estate agents really want this Christmas
Opinion
Consideration, honesty and a dose of reality all made it into this year’s top agent wants
by Carl Medford Dec 21
Defend your commission! 3 steps for showing sellers you’re worth it
Opinion
Here's how to differentiate and showcase your value from the get-go at the listing appointment
by Carl Medford Dec 14
Bad smells kill sales! Don't let buyers sniff out these 8 offensive odors
With only one chance to make a good impression on buyers, obnoxious odors must be identified and dealt with before opening the doors to visitors. Here are a few to consider
by Carl Medford Dec 7
How to make staging possible — regardless of budget
Although most agree that staging works, hiring a professional stager is not always an option. Here are 6 levels of staging that'll make it possible in every level of home
by Carl Medford Dec 1
Avoid foundation problems! 5 ways to help buyers dodge water damage
Agents, beware — the increase in moisture during the winter season can produce significant foundation issues over time. Here are a few key tips for helping buyers purchase a home during the cold-weather months
by Carl Medford Nov 23
Make it count! Here's how to build your legacy
In a year marked by worldwide tragedy, we've been forced to reexamine what is truly important and wrestle with how we can reorient our lives to truly make a difference going forward and leave our mark on the world
by Carl Medford Nov 16
Want more passive income? Invest in your database now
Opinion
A simple shift in thinking can transform your database from a list of leads into a concrete, passive income machine that will rival a real estate investment portfolio
by Carl Medford Nov 10
Thinking of going indie? 9 critical points to consider
Opinion
Here's what you must consider to protect yourself, provide the highest possible level of client care and effectively compete with larger players
by Carl Medford Nov 2