Dunbar's number for agents
Opinion
Anthropologist Robin Dunbar introduced the idea that humans can maintain meaningful social relationships with only about 150 people. That's not enough to sustain a real estate business
by Chris Drayer Dec 17
lead gen unicorn
Stop chasing that next 'magical' lead source, Josh Ries writes. Implement a lead-generation system that will sustain your business for the long haul
by Josh Ries Dec 17
Instagram Stories update
Instagram has announced shareable Stories, a new opportunity for agents to expand local reach, spark conversations and stay visible without posting more content, Alyssa Stalker writes
by Alyssa Stalker Dec 17
social media marketing
Layer in 2 or 3 of these elements, and your content will land harder, get shared more and start actual client conversations, Josh Ries writes
by Josh Ries Dec 16
phone lead-gen strategy
Broker and attorney Greg Hague says agents can tap into motivated buyers already in motion before they spend a dollar on marketing
by Greg Hague Dec 16
digital transformation
Opinion
Mergers and acquisitions are big business, and technology plays a critical role, writes contributor Lauren Henss. The real game changer? Whether the organization can handle the merger swiftly
by Lauren Henss Dec 15
real estate lead conversion
For better lead conversion rates, stop chasing volume, and start delivering real relevance
by Josh Ries Dec 15
AI prompts for real estate agents
The agents who embrace artificial intelligence, build local authority and deepen their value will dominate the next market cycle, Jimmy Burgess writes
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 14
real estate email campaigns
If your database feels cold or your emails aren’t converting, try one or more of these five strategy shifts from Josh Ries. The results might surprise you
by Josh Ries Dec 12
part-time real estate agent
Take a page out of Emily Nguyen’s playbook: Start with service, show up with value, and go all in
by Josh Ries Dec 12
Transforming agent marketing: Task-bound to scalable systems
Troy Palmquist talks with marketing directors about the evolving role of martech and how it can empower agents to build their brand within the brokerage
by Troy Palmquist Dec 11
Former Realtor.com, Movoto, Homeward execs move to PLACE
PLACE has added Nikki Miller, Jamie Jatzlau and Claire Dunham to its growth, strategy and legal teams. The trio has more than 30 years of combined industry experience
by Marian McPherson Dec 11
real estate team performance
Troy Palmquist talks to proptech founder Brian Charlesworth to find out how his analytics platform is helping real estate teams supercharge their growth
by Troy Palmquist Dec 10
Zillow lawsuit raises big questions for the real estate industry
Opinion
Whether it ends in settlement, dismissal or a landmark ruling, Derek Carlson writes, it marks another turning point in an industry undergoing rapid transformation
by Derek Carlson Dec 9
sales robots
Opinion
Transactional selling might win you a one-time real estate deal, Josh Ries writes. Consultative selling builds a business that lasts
by Josh Ries Dec 9