Why agents should talk about HELOCs this spring
Broker Julie Busby shares tips for making messages around HELOCs and real estate investing a centerpiece of your springtime content marketing efforts
by Julie Busby Apr 5
Amid commission chaos, talk turns to ongoing gripe: clueless agents
Leaders at many brokerages say a lack of serious agents with a full-time commitment is a drag on the industry. Intel asks whether this might change in the wake of the latest settlements
by Daniel Houston Mar 25
How new agents can get the best return on their time investment
Succeeding as a new real estate agent, David Marden writes, requires effective time management, leveraging your circle of influence and understanding the ROI of your efforts
by David Marden Mar 14
7 ways to create top-of-mind name recognition with no budget
Coach Darryl Davis' advice for spring? Get creative with your ideas, get courageous with your prospecting and be consistent in your approach to building and branding
by Darryl Davis Mar 11
Ditch the me-me-me approach to marketing and negotiation
Agents should embrace client-centric approaches that include making their marketing materials about the client, trainer Bernice Ross writes
by Bernice Ross Mar 1
The hardest lessons you learned as new agents: Pulse
Last week, we asked about the hardest lessons you learned when you started out in real estate. Here's what readers said were their biggest aha moments as newbies
by Inman Feb 21
Here's how to avoid the most-dreaded new agent question
How long have you been an agent? Follow these simple steps on listing appointments to answer the question and turn seller leads into signed listings, writes author and trainer Bernice Ross
by Bernice Ross Feb 21
Watch your back. Don't sleep on these new agent safety hacks
From client screening to cybersecurity and more, it's essential for you to take care of yourself and stay safe in today's world. Security expert Tracey Hawkins offers a range of strategies
by Tracey Hawkins Feb 19
New agent survival guide: Here are 6 mistakes and how to avoid them
Now Streaming! Gain expert advice from industry leaders on navigating common pitfalls faced by new agents, and learn best practices to ensure success in 2024
by Claire Buzzanca Feb 16
ERA president offers 5 tips for brand new real estate agents
ERA's Alex Vidal offers words of wisdom and advice for real estate agents launching their careers amid the uncertainty of the 2024 market
by Alex Vidal Feb 13
7 new real estate books that should be on your reading list
Whether looking for advice as a new agent, as an investor or as a seasoned agent, these new releases by established industry names can help push your business to the next level
11 things I wish they taught agents in real estate school
Building a real estate business is about more than memorizing lists of terms and laws, Jimmy Burgess writes. Find out what it takes to launch smarter
by Jimmy Burgess Feb 8
Here are the biggest new agent misconceptions about real estate
Here's what you shared with us regarding what new real estate agents are confused about, asking about and trying to figure out now
by Inman Feb 7
6 surprising real estate paradoxes that'll change how you do business
The assumptions you make about what works, and what doesn't, may be flawed, Jimmy Burgess writes. Find out what seemingly contradictory truths lie at the heart of business-building
by Jimmy Burgess Feb 2
Here are your best one-liners for real estate conversations
Here's how you break the ice when you want to start talking about real estate and the service you provide for clients
by Inman Jan 31