virtual vs. local assistant
Virtual assistants offer leverage. Local assistants protect your brand. Understanding the difference, Troy Palmquist writes, is what separates scalable agents from overwhelmed ones
by Troy Palmquist Feb 2
5 things to know before throwing money at real estate problems
Your real estate budget isn't built for brute-force spending, Josh Ries writes. It rewards clarity, consistency and thoughtful execution
by Josh Ries Nov 14
Using systems to scale: Run your business, don't let it run you
Systems aren’t just a tool for growth, Jen Dillard writes. They’re a foundation for sustainability in your real estate business
by Jen Dillard Jul 9
Real estate AI firm Shilo raises $2.6M in seed round
Shilo makes a virtual assistant meant to boost real estate agents' productivity. The cash infusion comes as interest in artificial intelligence soars
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 12
Real estate AI increasingly blurs the lines between humans and tech
Real estate companies are rolling out AI assistants with human names and attributes. The tools are increasingly blurring the lines between what tech can do — and what it is
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 10
Need support as a solo agent? Here’s how to get it
No team? No problem! You don't have to go it alone when you align yourself with colleagues and strategies that optimize your service, coach Verl Workman writes
by Verl Workman Jun 3
15 practical stress-relieving tips for high achievers
For many high-achieving real estate pros, stress sneaks in quietly, even in the midst of what looks like success. Author Stacey Soleil offers insights to help you enjoy your top-producer status
by Stacey Soleil May 23
Cyberbacker CEO arrested for giving 8-year-old son edibles
Former Keller Williams team leader and virtual assistant company CEO Craig Goodliffe faces child endangerment and intoxication charges after officers found 9 boxes of marijuana in his home
by Marian McPherson Jan 13
Can you survive the squeeze from 2% commissions? The Download
The Consumer Federation of America raised eyebrows and hackles with its advice to pay only the equivalent of a 2% commission for both real estate purchases and sales
by Christy Murdock Aug 10
How to leverage your first virtual assistant in real estate
Hiring a virtual assistant is about giving yourself leverage so that you have time to focus on income-generating activities and building relationships, coach Verl Workman writes
by Verl Workman Aug 8
Lessen Copilot the latest in AI property management
Lessen trained its AI, called Copilot, with 15+ years of maintenance request data and millions of work orders
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 27
14 insightful tips for agents looking to save money in their business
From resisting shiny objects (so to speak) to taking advantage of local intern pools, here's how industry experts say agents can save their pennies in an ever-shifting market
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 18
Hiring an assistant? Read this first
Opinion
You've probably been told that if you don't hire an assistant, you'll end up being the assistant. The truth is more complex, so making an effective first hire involves more thought and strategy than you may expect
by Teresa Boardman Mar 25
You can't afford to wait! 6 tips for instant lead gratification
Opinion
Here's how to make sure you respond to inquiries before your competition does
by Carl Medford Mar 9