5 reasons agents should embrace a back-to-school mentality
The real estate market is always changing, so it's up to you to stay smart, educated and informed so that you can help your clients, author and coach Darryl Davis writes
by Darryl Davis Sep 28
Searching for lead help? SEO Savvy Agent might be the result you need
Agents often resort to cheesy, online pitches by borderline charlatans and scammers to discover new ways to get leads, an especially risky gambit in a stagnant market
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 19
Mortgage broker salary: How much do they make?
Mortgage brokers typically make a 1% to 2% or more commission from each loan they broker, but a lot of other variables determine how much money they make in a year
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 27
RentSpree, C.A.R. to offer rental management courses for agents
RentSpree and the California Association of Realtors — the state's largest real estate trade group — are set to offer 3 classes to agents interested in earning a certificate in rental management
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 9
Brown Harris Stevens launches a new digital hub for agents, 'BHSOne'
The in-house-built, internal digital hub includes features like an agent design studio, a video library of educational content, a marketing center, a region-specific document library and more
Overcome your public speaking fears to become a stronger Realtor
Opinion
Public speaking is an essential skill in real estate to land a listing, close a deal and present yourself as an authority. Still, it’s also a skill most agents avoid building because they’re terrified of actually getting up to give a presentation
by Patrick Grimes Jun 7
How bad is it? 14 scenarios for what agents can and cannot let fall by the wayside
Sometimes it's OK to let a few things fall off the to-do list in order to prioritize the things that absolutely need to get done — and to keep one's mental health in check. But agents should be discerning in deciding what's ok to let go and what really can't be put off
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 25
400 mortgage officers surrender licenses following education probe
Regulators say education provider Real Estate Educational Services helped originators skirt annual continuing education requirements
by Matt Carter Jan 25
Regulators probe 'education fraud scheme' by loan originators
California is leading a multi-state regulatory task force investigating a company suspected of allowing mortgage loan originators to skirt their pre-licensing and continuing education coursework requirements
by Matt Carter Aug 31
The Real Word: Will Biden's executive order really upend real estate?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss Biden’s executive order, why singles are moving and Opendoor’s new referral rewards program
by Byron Lazine Jul 23
New to real estate? 5 key career decisions that'll set you up right
With so many real estate agents calling it quits within the first couple of years, those early-career decisions can prove to be vital in setting you up for long-term success
by Christy Murdock Jul 8
Freshly licensed? 10 tips for getting the most out of your career
Money, satisfaction, enjoyment — here’s how to have a more gratifying career
by Christy Murdock Jul 7
7 tips for finding success as a new agent in 2021
In real estate, as in life, there are no guarantees, but following these tips will give any new agent a solid foundation for a successful career
by Yuriy Moshes Feb 11
5 ways agents can take advantage of the off-season
Most agents dread the off-season, but savvy agents see it as an opportunity. Use the winter months to make a plan, build relationships and research trends that will ultimately make you useful to your clients in the long run
by Ben Mizes Jan 5