Win or lose, how to manage your client’s expectations

The complexity of the current real estate market means that client relationships can sour quickly, according to broker Jenny Usaj. That’s why it’s vital to set appropriate expectations upfront. Continue reading

Should your clients bid over asking price? A look at pros and cons

In a hot seller’s market, how should agents help their clients with pricing, bidding strategies and closing successfully? Broker Jenny Usaj offers keys to setting appropriate buyer expectations from the start. Continue reading

5 tips for helping buyers navigate new home construction

Dealing with a new construction is very different from resale, and agents who understand that difference will ultimately win in this market. Here’s what you need to know and how to educate your clients along the way. Continue reading

How to help clients ‘Airbnb’ their home

Agents can play a valuable role ensuring their clients are set up for rental success by identifying homes that might be great rentals, suggesting improvements and updates, and informing owners of local rules. Here’s what to know. Continue reading

‘It’s a two-way conversation:’ 8 tips for social media naysayers

If you question what value social media really adds to your business, don’t. Point blank, it gives real estate agents way more reach than they could get offline. It’s not for everyone, but here are some tips to make getting started easier. Continue reading

Full disclosure: Sellers fear transparency — here’s how to get past it

Sellers often approach disclosures with dread. Agents need to counsel them about the many benefits of disclosure, from building mutual trust to offering legal protection. Continue reading

Staging works! How to have that conversation with sellers

Some sellers may think their home is perfect the way it is, but as a lot of agents know, staging is what will help set their home apart from similar listings online. Here’s how to explain the value of staging to clients — plus a few tips that can bring… Continue reading