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
Joining a new team? Here’s how to make an immediate impact
Looking for more leverage and more opportunities with leads? Livian’s Erin McCormick Torres shares tips to help you hit the ground running as the newest member of the team
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
winding road, shift
Take the time to invest in outside training resources for your agents to expand their exposure to the skills and tools they need to be confident no matter what the market brings
by Darryl Davis Oct 25
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? 17 tasks agents can't afford to procrastinate on (for long)
When your to-do list is miles long, it’s critical to prioritize — not procrastinate. Inman’s Lillian Dickerson talked to the experts to help you suss out what can wait and what can't
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
9 financial tips for new (and not-so-new) agents 
Opinion
Here are some financial tips and techniques that can help you earn more, save more and prepare for eventual retirement
by Jay Thompson Jul 22
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
It's a lawsuit waiting to happen! Avoid these post-closing problems
Post-closure issues can be stressful — and sometimes costly. Agents can take key steps to prevent them and reduce the risk of legal trouble
by Bernice Ross Apr 22