How to DIY a professional-grade headshot in your living room
Professional photographs are great, but sometimes, there's the issue of budget and time. Luckily, you can still take superb headshots right in your own home. Here's how
by Rachael Hite Feb 22
Virtual life stressing you out? 3 healthy habits to adopt
Digital tools keep us connected and productive, but overexposure can often have the opposite effect. Here are a few healthy habits you can adopt to boost your mood and keep your mental health in check
by Rachael Hite Jan 25
Stay above the fray: 3 ways to raise the bar in real estate
Opinion
To help consumers, you must first be a good neighbor
by Rachael Hite Jan 13
Looking for marketing help? 3 questions to ask before you make a hire
Opinion
Your marketing is the storefront for your entire brand, so don’t cut corners, and don’t expect to go on autopilot
by Rachael Hite Dec 8
21 things to do before ringing in 2021
Opinion
Here, we offer this year’s list in hopes of giving a bit of perspective as we head into a new year and a new chapter in our lives
by Rachael Hite Nov 14
Dumped, ghosted and bad behavior: How to deal with tough situations
Opinion
Think twice before reacting, and take additional steps to slow down your thought process and prepare clients for potential pitfalls in today’s fast-paced real estate landscape
by Rachael Hite Oct 28
Back to school? 5 tips for a better work-school blend
Opinion
This isn’t business as usual. Stop holding yourself to outdated standards — find your blend, and keep pushing yourself at what you love to do
by Rachael Hite Aug 25
4 ways to enhance your customer service plan right now
Customer service is more than just completing tasks and getting to closing — it's about building a positive memory for someone finding their way to a new home
by Rachael Hite Jul 27
New data shows agents are feeling optimistic moving into summer
As states reopen, and the housing industry remains a solid place for consumers to invest, data from Homesnap indicates that 2020 may finish stronger than expected
by Rachael Hite Jul 2
Take 10 minutes to add some zen to your day with this guided work flow
If being productive is a challenge, try watching this video and doing a little business yoga for your mindset and inbox
by Rachael Hite Apr 27
Reflections over resolutions: How to learn from setbacks and failures
Opinion
Setbacks and failures will happen, but it's what you learn from these valuable mistakes that allows you to continue to grow into the next (and best) version of yourself
by Rachael Hite Dec 27
Inman News quiz: Think you're on top of the week's biggest stories?
The real estate industry threw some curveballs. Take Inman's real estate news quiz to demonstrate how strong your talking points and cocktail banter are this week
by Inman Nov 22
3 ways to tame the self-doubt beast
Opinion
Building confidence takes hard work and patience, but these helpful hints will get you there a little bit faster
by Rachael Hite Nov 22
20 things you need to do before 2020
Opinion
However you decide to make your business plan this year, remember to leave a little extra room for kindness and compassion. Apply it generously and often
by Rachael Hite Nov 20
Are you safe? 4 showing safety tips for agents
Opinion
Your safety is something that needs to be top-of-mind for every interaction with the public, especially at showings and open houses
by Rachael Hite Oct 8