eminent domain
In the middle of an eminent domain fight? Here's how to arm yourself and clients with information
by Annette DeCicco Mar 16
Gen Z homebuyers
Zoomer co-buying is on the rise. Knowing what makes this generation tick and how to help them architect a deal can lead to new income streams in a stalled market, Annette DeCicco writes
by Annette DeCicco Dec 10
stop losing real estate deals
Asking the right questions that start with 'why' can reveal your buyers’ true motivations and keep contracts from falling apart, writes broker Annette DeCicco
by Annette DeCicco Nov 10
foreclosures are on the rise
With foreclosure activity ticking upward, agents can learn from seasoned REO pros to build new streams of income during an economic downturn, Annette DeCicco writes
by Annette DeCicco Oct 19
Howard Hanna expands into NYC with purchase of Elegran
Howard Hanna announced that it would enter the New York City market after acquiring Elegran Real Estate, as one of the nation’s largest brokerages continues its expansion path
by Taylor Anderson Oct 16
furniture on a lit stage to represent home staging
A combination of upskilling and these 15 items and strategies helps ensure that your home staging gets your listings sold, Annette DeCicco writes
by Annette DeCicco Oct 10
3 clichés top listing agents don’t buy into during a market downtick
Think smart, writes coach Annette DeCicco, and list like a pro. Hit all 3 of these smart consultation tips on pricing, condition and negotiation to win listings that sell at consistently high premiums
by Annette DeCicco Aug 14
10 signs you're working across the table from an inexperienced agent
Annette DeCicco shares ways to spot an inexperienced agent if you're the more seasoned pro in a transaction, and mistakes to avoid if you're a newbie
by Annette DeCicco Jul 30
7 interior design hacks every agent should know
Real estate agents don’t have to be interior decorators, broker Annette DeCicco writes, but they should be able to provide design solutions so buyers can choose their own designs
by Annette DeCicco Jul 11
10 conversion scripts for winning buyers over this spring
Be an information communicator, writes coach Annette DeCicco, to bring value to your buyer conversations. Practice and rehearse your lines. Every expert does
by Annette DeCicco May 7
Lesson Learned: Stay levelheaded, unflappable, and go with the flow
Learn how New York City agent Jennifer Roberts navigates the ups, downs and indecisions of real estate clients while keeping her cool
by Christy Murdock Apr 14
Broker Spotlight: Ken Baris, BHHS Jordan Baris Realty
Learn how this second-generation broker brings an athlete's mindset and competitive advantage to leadership and life
by Christy Murdock Apr 10
Women's History Month: How Pam Taylor focuses on the future
New Jersey real estate broker and former Goldman Sachs executive Pam Taylor believes in diversifying your portfolio but not without making the people you touch profoundly better for it
by Annette DeCicco Mar 26
10 strategies that help agents 'speak the language of staging'
Broker Annette DeCicco writes that agents must speak the language of staging fluently to win clients and educate sellers while making listings stand out in the market
by Annette DeCicco Mar 3
Apartment starts hit a 40-year high in 2023. Don't expect a repeat
After the hottest year for new units since the 1980s, 2024 may see a reprieve in the number of new rentals coming online, with CoStar projecting a 25% pullback
by Ben Verde Jan 12