Want a high-performance network? It all starts at ICNY

According to research, writes Nikki Beauchamp, by aligning yourself with those who complement your skill set and creating a systematic approach to networking, you can add targeted leverage to your real estate business. Continue reading

Former Inman New Kid, Courted.io, nets $6M funding round

The app’s purpose is for agents to empower each other through direct marketing of listings, recruiting, community building and referral networking. Continue reading

Less bowling, more networking? How to engage introverted agents

Encouraging introverted agents often comes down to some creative gear-switching. In this Agent/Broker Perspective, Miami broker Anthony Askowitz offers a hypothetical scenario and a practical resolution. Continue reading

Real Estate 101: How to make networking work for you

A robust network is the best way to find new leads, line up your next job, or help big clients find homes that meet their exact specifications. Clever CSO Luke Babich takes you through five avenues to expand your reach. Continue reading

Under-the-radar lead generation ideas for agents stuck in a rut

Sometimes using the latest, cutting-edge tech tools is the way to go, but at other times, the old-school analog methods just can’t be beat when it comes to drumming up leads. Continue reading

IdealEstate aims for agent cooperation with nationwide recruiting, referral power

IdealEstate — a Salt Lake City-based, Pinterest inspired, home curation tool — is now realizing its power as an agent recruiting tool and leveraging a nationwide network of more than 800,000 agent users. Continue reading

Can AgentPortal’s pro-agent, free model survive scale?

The altruistic and agent-minded social networking site was designed to give agents a “safe space” for industry collaboration, but that very effort could hamper adoption. It will offer a free CRM, websites and digital business cards — all free. Continue reading