Here's why specialization matters for buyer's agents
Developing areas of specialization enhances service, efficiency, and effectiveness and results in greater professional success for both teams and individual agents, coach Verl Workman writes
by Verl Workman Jul 10
Anatomy of a client consultation: A head-to-toe approach
While negotiating skills are top of mind for agents as commission confusion sets in, consultant Rachael Hite offers a step-by-step strategy that should ensure optimal service all summer long
by Rachael Hite Jun 18
A woman on her computer with a huge magnet in the picture to denote how to stop real estate websites from stealing your clients.
Coach and real estate expert Bernice Ross shares her best advice on how to turn yourself into a lead magnet this summer
by Bernice Ross Jun 3
5 totally fixable reasons smart real estate agents underperform
Want to make great strides in your business? Jimmy Burgess believes that the answers you seek to a successful real estate practice may be simpler than you think
by Jimmy Burgess May 23
Title data is helping real estate agents and lenders prospect
DataTrace, which now operates more than 1,800 U.S. title plants, says the remarkable granularity of its data can help identify renters who are ready to buy, empty nesters and fix-and-flip investors
by Matt Carter Apr 9
listings, listing leads, listing lead ideas
The future is bright — it starts with your next listing, coach Darryl Davis writes. Embrace these 25 strategies to grow your business, enrich your community and strengthen your network
by Darryl Davis Feb 5
A step-by-step guide to build the life and business of your dreams
Building the business of your dreams takes vision, hard work and perseverance. Jimmy Burgess and brokerage founder Price Rainer outline key steps to help you reach your most ambitious goals
by Jimmy Burgess Nov 30
Need a break from hustle culture? Cuddle up to plush prospecting
Burned out and bummed out is no way to live. Try these plush gentle prospecting techniques from Rachael Hite to shift out of the grind and find some peace of mind
by Rachael Hite Nov 25
Great questions are the key to winning negotiations
Some negotiations go beyond the deal itself. Learning to effectively navigate them can positively impact your productivity and growth, writes broker Nick Schlekeway
by Nick Schlekeway Nov 4
7 massive mistakes most real estate agents are making right now
Uncertainty breeds error, and mistakes cause clients to find new agents. Avoid these agent blunders, and you'll find all kinds of opportunity, says Jimmy Burgess
by Jimmy Burgess Oct 27
Here are the must-win everyday negotiations you're facing now
Many negotiations take place outside of the deal. Your ability to navigate them successfully will determine whether clients work with you in the first place, broker Nick Schlekeway writes
by Nick Schlekeway Oct 7
10 myths new real estate agents still believe (but shouldn't)
Opinion
As a new agent, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. Find out what's no longer true so that you can chart a sure course for your career
by Darryl Davis Sep 23
9 lessons most other agents are learning the hard way
While others are learning from their mistakes in today's market, you don't have to. Find out what you should be doing right now to boost your real estate business
by Jimmy Burgess Sep 14
Future so bright: Make tomorrow's business your best ever in 5 steps
The winners in today’s market will take steps to increase sales now, while setting the stage for more future business. Here's where to start
by Jimmy Burgess Aug 18
5 takeaways from 'The Great Door Knocking Debate' at ICLV
Opinion
A months-long debate with self-proclaimed, door-knocking champion Ernesto Vargas culminated at ICLV in 'The great door-knocking debate.' Here are our top takeaways
by Rachael Hite Aug 16