Gary Gold: NAR’s pocket listing policy is ‘nonsensical, stupid’

Real estate’s premier luxury agent argues that the Clear Cooperation Policy is “authoritarian” and accomplishes the opposite of its stated intent in an exclusive interview with Inman. Continue reading

HAR’s ShowingSmart is the latest entry in the race to replace ShowingTime: Tech Review

ShowingSmart is a software solution for scheduling showings and arranging buyer tours developed for members of the Houston Association of Realtors. Continue reading

Turn a crisis into a 5-star review by following these steps

How you handle a crisis could either result in the end of your real estate career or a glowing review. To ensure the latter, follow these steps to respond with honesty, compassion and direction. Continue reading

8 tips for dealing with unhappy real estate clients

Experienced professionals know that in a conflict, whose fault it is doesn’t matter. What does matter is how you soothe the client’s hurt feelings, win back their trust, and secure both their ongoing business and your company’s good reputation. Here ar… Continue reading

‘Think and Grow Rich’: 7 lessons for real estate agents

Many of the same principles identified Napoleon Hill’s “Think and Grow Rich” are crucial to building a thriving real estate business. Jimmy Burgess breaks down the most powerful traits from the classic self-help book so agents can gift themselves riche… Continue reading

9 tips for a warm and cozy home showing in the dead of winter

Showing a home in the dead of winter has its own quirks, especially in a snowy market. Here are a few tips to liven up your cold-weather listing. Continue reading

Show ’em your value: 7 P’s of real estate agent marketing

Success starts with developing a clear understanding of who you are, who your ideal client is and what you offer. Package your services, position yourself for maximum exposure, and develop a process that keeps you top-of-mind. Continue reading

7 marketing ideas you still have time to pull off this holiday season

‘Tis the season to tap into your CRM, let your clients know you’re thinking of them and wish them a happy and healthy holiday. These holiday marketing ideas are fun ways to market yourself and your business while surprising and delighting this holiday … Continue reading

Before the Fed sped up tapering, mortgage rates saw little change

With mortgages likely getting more expensive for borrowers down the road, the rates for 30-year loans have been holding steady for weeks. Continue reading

What lenders brawled over in Atlantic City: The Real Word

In this edition of The Real Word, Bryon Lazine and Nicole White discuss a fight that broke out in Atlantic City, Redfin’s call to drop crime data and Jay Thompson’s new app for agents. Continue reading