3 ways agents can help today's savvy, educated buyers and sellers
Online resources can give buyers and sellers an advantage when it comes to accessing information on the market and current listings. But nothing can replace the expertise and knowledge of an experienced agent
by James Harris AND David Parnes Jul 29
How to train your team to speak to its value
Training your agents to speak about the value of your real estate company will help the entire team grow faster — and that is good value for everyone
by Adam Hergenrother Jul 15
Bringing balance to your team in 3 easy steps
Whether you're a team leader or a top producing agent, the way you sustain your energy is vital to your success. It's essential to define your priorities, find your balance and avoid spreading yourself too thin
by Adam Hergenrother May 13
'Why do I need an agent?' 5 comebacks that prove your value
As a real estate agent, you've likely had clients question your value, with many thinking they can handle the complexities of buying and selling on their own. Here are a few ways to illustrate just how much you bring to the table
by Derek Dowell Feb 19
No matter what, Realtors are the ones who make home happen
Opinion
Despite the daily onslaught of market disruptors seeking to remove Realtors from the equation, there will always be a need for the personal touch in walking clients through the sale or purchase of their most important asset
by Carl Medford Feb 1
How indies can teach their agents to showcase their value
By focusing on these 10 simple areas, agents will up their level of service to compete with even the biggest of franchises
by Andrew Bearden Jan 21
Defend your commission! 3 steps for showing sellers you’re worth it
Opinion
Here's how to differentiate and showcase your value from the get-go at the listing appointment
by Carl Medford Dec 14
Your brand is you — have you answered these critical questions?
As an agent, your brand should breed trust, speak the truth and communicate value to anyone who comes across it. So, as you're starting to build your brand, think about these five important questions
by Kyle Draper Sep 5
Century 21 CMO on how to grow by focusing on the little things
In this podcast, Century 21 Real Estate's global CMO Cara Whitley reflects on her career journey and chimes in on the things agents can do to stand out from the crowd
by Jordan Scheltgen Sep 2
Remote or not, these 10 mistakes are costing you the listing
For many agents and teams, the opportunity cost of lost business might actually be costing them far more than a new shiny marketing approach. Here's what you might be doing wrong — and how to fix it
by Kathleen Black Aug 15
Who will emerge on top in the world of real estate 3.0?
Opinion
Brokers need to focus more on providing excellent value and service to both consumers and agents to survive
by Jeff Sibbach Jan 30
Stuck in a sales slump? 5 steps to work your way out
Everyone hits a slump at some point in their career. Here are 5 approaches to get you out of it
by Anthony West Jan 24
Lesson Learned: Honesty is everything
Find out why The Agency’s Tracy McLaughlin believes that honesty is not just the best policy — it’s the only policy for real estate agents
by Christy Murdock Sep 23
Focus! Where agents should really be spending their time
Opinion
Rather than falling into the trap of getting stuck on unnecessary distractions, put your energy into these facets of your business instead
by Jeff Glover Sep 10
How to keep your commission off the negotiating table
Opinion
You are worth your commission, and be sure to continue striving to be more and more deserving of every dollar you receive
by Aaron Drussel Aug 28