6 principles of 'Influence, The Psychology of Persuasion'
Here are the lessons you can learn from Robert Cialdini's must-read book on influence and persuasion — and how to apply them to real estate
by Jimmy Burgess Jan 12
Clever Real Estate raises $8M in Series B, eyes mortgages
The discount paper brokerage says it reached profitability in the third quarter and is on track to sell more than 6,000 homes this year
Create future closings: How to keep tabs on your VIPs
Provide yourself a clear path to success by focusing on anticipated listings and clients, along with your most active referral partners. Start filling up your whiteboard today, add value to the names on your board, and watch your business flourish
by Jimmy Burgess Nov 18
5 habits of agents who effectively prospect the affluent (Part 4)
In this weekly series, David Friedman shares the five keystones for effectively prospecting the affluent, distilled from over a decade of advising global leaders in luxury. This week, learn how to turn identify your key referral sources and successfully engage them
by David Friedman Nov 4
7 videos that will change the way you communicate with clients
If you’re looking to scale your business without sacrificing your communication with clients, start shooting videos that explain the next steps in their process. Not only will these videos help you as an agent, your clients will be better served as well
by Jimmy Burgess Oct 28
$100M sales volume in year 2: How this rookie did it
Brad Dahler of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida has more than $100 million in closed sales and pending contracts generated for 2021 — and he did it all in just two years. Here's his plan of action
by Jimmy Burgess Oct 28
5 habits of agents who effectively prospect the affluent (Part 3)
In this weekly series, David Friedman shares the 5 keystones for effectively prospecting the affluent, distilled from over a decade of advising global leaders in luxury. This week, learn how to turn generic referrals into introductions by avoiding open-ended requests
by David Friedman Oct 25
7 real estate lead generation sites with no upfront costs
Whether you’re a seasoned agent or just starting out in this industry, your ability to consistently generate leads will determine your future growth. Referral-based lead generation companies offer a great alternative that might be a perfect fit for your business. Here are a few to consider
by Jimmy Burgess Oct 22
5 habits of agents who effectively prospect the affluent (Part 2)
In this weekly series, David Friedman shares the five keystone habits for effectively prospecting the affluent, distilled from over a decade of advising global leaders in luxury. This week, learn how to take stock of your existing relationships and identify potential referral sources
by David Friedman Oct 18
7 ways to wow past clients and build lifelong relationships
If you go deeper in your past client relationships, they will take your business wider
by Jimmy Burgess Oct 8
7 ways to find dependable renters now that moratoriums are ending
After a rocky year-and-a-half due to local and federal eviction moratoriums, most landlords and property managers are finding ways to ensure they pick solid tenants this time around
by Lillian Dickerson Sep 14
10 closing gift ideas your clients will never forget
Make a lasting, positive impression by giving a gift that will knock your clients socks off!
by Jimmy Burgess Sep 9
Realtor.com for marketing: What it is and how it can work for agents
Realtor.com keeps innovating and developing as a more relevant and tech-friendly platform. Here's what real estate agents need to know to stay ahead of the curve
by Inman Sep 7
New, deeper mortgage relationships boost Blend's Q2 revenue
The San Francisco-based cloud banking software developer reported second quarter revenue of $32.1M, up 46% from a year ago, according to an earnings call on Friday
by Matt Carter Aug 23
Agent/broker perspective: Will serving on a condo board or HOA help my business?
An agent is wondering if joining a condo or homeowners association board will help her in her real estate career. What advice should her broker give her?
by Anthony Askowitz Aug 17