Aisha Chiappetta joins The Agency as VP of strategic growth
Most recently, Chiappetta served as director of partnership expansion at Side for about two-and-a-half years
by Lillian Dickerson May 11
Quetzal Grimm leaves Compass to expand The Agency in Silicon Valley
Grimm, who most recently served as a sales manager at Compass, will lead The Agency's expansion throughout Silicon Valley with offices located in Los Altos, Palo Alto and Woodside
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 28
Win 'em over! 7 steps for a fierce listing presentation
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Bring your confident self and exceptional service to every client opportunity. From there, follow these steps to devise an effective listing presentation that will have you winning listings like a champ
by Rainy Hake Austin Apr 25
Take the lead! 5 key qualities you'll need in real estate
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Like any other professional skill, leadership is a competency that can be refined and developed throughout your career. Grab your guiding compass of core values, communicate with your teammates clearly and move forward with the mindset you need for a triumphant voyage
by Rainy Hake Austin Mar 15
Give 'em what they want: 5 tech tools to make your agents’ lives easier 
When it comes down to providing best-in-class, time-saving tools, it’s vital to keep the real estate agent at the heart of the conversation, says The Agency's President Rainy Hake Austin
by Rainy Hake Austin Feb 18
How to build a robust referral program for your business
Exceeding expectations, working your CRM, networking and leveraging social media are critical in building a referral program that keeps on giving
by Rainy Hake Austin Jan 20
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Boutique is very much a feeling rather than a size, defined by things like high-touch service, impeccable marketing and a superior product. Here's what to look for if you want to hang your license with a boutique brand
by Rainy Hake Austin Dec 17
7 marketing ideas you still have time to pull off this holiday season
These kind gestures will leave a lasting impression as you celebrate the season and gear up for another successful year
by Rainy Hake Austin Dec 17
Generate steady leads and referrals: 9 systems you need in place by 2022
Whether you're brand new to the biz, playing catchup after immense growth or simply looking for fresh automation ideas, here are the systems every agent needs
by Rainy Hake Austin Nov 23
Want to network like a boss? 5 tips for developing deeper connections
Networking like a boss certainly isn't easy, but just like any other skill, you can get better at it with lots of practice. Here are a few tried-and-true tips that'll help you up your relationship-building abilities
by Rainy Hake Austin Nov 11
5 tips for building your 2022 marketing budget
If you want to develop a strategic (and effective) marketing budget for 2022, there are several important factors you need to consider. From creating markers for measurement to starting your planning early, here are a few tips that'll come in handy
Give clients a standout experience! 5 customer service must-do's
Providing outstanding customer service that helps create memorable experiences for your clients is absolutely paramount in our industry. Here's how you can ensure a positive and value-driven buying and selling experience
How to shift your marketing strategy in Q4 — and start 2022 right
Harnessing the power of your CRM, leveraging existing inventory with fresh marketing materials and campaign strategies, and volunteering — here are the tactics that'll help you meet your end-of-year goals and start 2022 on the right note
by Rainy Hake Austin Sep 16
Recruiting new agents? 5 tips for making your brokerage stand out
New agents are a big part of a brokerage’s success. A good way to attract and recruit them is through effective and eye-catching marketing and branding campaigns that highlight your brokerage’s key differentiators. Here are a few tips
5 ways marketing tools can improve customer service 
If you're looking to improve the customer experience for your agents' clients, marketing tools can come in handy. Here are a few you should consider adding to your repertoire
by Rainy Hake Austin Aug 19