5 things your broker is too nice to tell you, but you need to hear
You may not want to hear the truth, writes Jimmy Burgess, but you need to hear it if you want to make big improvements in your performance. Here are the 5 things you need to get real about
by Jimmy Burgess Dec 29
Mauricio Umansky's 7 best tips for new agents who want to thrive
Luxury clients have big-time expectations, and it's up to you to meet them. The Agency founder offers a prescription for overcoming obstacles and finding success
by Mauricio Umansky Sep 16
How am I ever going to land my 1st listing?
Opinion
Although new agents worry about contracts and contingencies, their real focus needs to be on lead gen for that all-important first listing
by Christy Murdock May 16
12 fun ways to flex your local expert muscles
Leverage your knowledge to build your business. Here are a few creative ways of being the local expert in your own unique way
by Rainy Hake Austin Feb 18
New Agent Lifesaver: What should I be doing while waiting for my buyers' pre-approval?
Don't waste time while you wait for your buyer to get pre-approved for a home loan. Here are some ways to be ready to hit the ground running
7 safety tips for brand new agents
Opinion
While you've probably thought about a lot of aspects of practicing real estate, the one you should start with is your personal safety. Here's how to stay safer as you go about your daily activities
by Jay Thompson Jul 5
At a glance: 30 etiquette rules for business self-confidence
Opinion
Here's a quick-hit list to help everyone be better behaved in the office, online and during the transaction process
by Christy Murdock Jun 20
Can't wait? 4 tips to grow your social media following quickly
Opinion
When growing your social media audience, remember that it will be a marathon and not a sprint. You want to build a qualified audience that will be receptive and will engage with your content
by Laura Stace May 9
people jumping
It's important to connect with a new team from the get-go for better outcomes down the road
by Mauricio Umansky Jan 26
Jessica LaMar was 1 of the 10,000s of Americans to launch a real estate career in 2021. Here's her story
Sacramento-based agent Jessica LaMar shares her winding journey from Lululemon manager to rockstar rookie in the midst of a pandemic — and what she's learned about herself in the process
by Marian McPherson Jan 19
'Work your community': How new agents can adapt to a slowdown
Members of the Inman Coast to Coast Facebook group recently shared tips for new agents on how to change with the times as the market experiences a moderate slowdown
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 26
Calling all new agents: We want to help solve your problems
Share your dilemmas with us, and we'll reach out to the experts and report back
by Inman Jun 25
7 things new agents should do every day for a year
New agents are constantly asking Mauricio Umansky, founder and CEO of The Agency, what he did in his first year as an agent to lay the foundation for his career. Here, he shares the daily habits that helped set him up for success
by Mauricio Umansky May 11
Time-blocking 101: A simple guide for new agents
For new agents, time-blocking helps provide a clear understanding of how you are currently spending your days and allows you to maximize every hour. Here's how to get started
by Santiago Arana Apr 5
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