Lesson Learned: Always be open to learning something new

Real estate agents across the nation share stories of the lessons they’ve learned during their time in the industry. This week: Find out how this award-winning Queens New York real estate agent takes a scholarly approach to the practice of real estate…. Continue reading

Why banning buyer love letters is the right step forward

This week, Oregon became the first U.S. state to ban buyer love letters officially. This is a massive win for those of us in housing who support anti-discrimination and are fair housing advocates, and it could be a major victory for the industry as a w… Continue reading

The Real Word: How is the end of remote work impacting markets?

This week on The Real Word, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss how an end to remote work is impacting real estate markets. Plus, iBuying activity and Instagram’s new focus. Continue reading

$10M in sales from Instagram: Steal from this agent’s playbook

Whether you’re brand new to Instagram or have been using it a while, if you adopt North Carolina agent Heidi Harris’ steps for yourself, you’ll grow your number of followers, and your business will grow along with it. Continue reading

New to real estate? 5 key career decisions that’ll set you up right

With so many real estate agents calling it quits within the first couple of years, those early-career decisions can prove to be vital in setting you up for long-term success. Here are a few areas all newbies need to focus on. Continue reading

Freshly licensed? 10 tips for getting the most out of your career

Most people get into real estate because of the potential perks: flexibility, endless earning potential, freedom to focus on what you love. If you’re looking to tap into that personal and professional satisfaction, here are 10 tips for having a more gr… Continue reading

Beware of weak agents: 5 scenarios that can cost your sellers big money

Even in today’s crazy market, weak agents can still cost their sellers plenty of money and opportunity. Here are five case studies that illustrate how costly working with a bad agent can be. Continue reading

Why the ongoing DOJ vs. NAR battle matters

You need to understand what’s happening in your industry. The DOJ’s most recent action seems to be a giant step backward toward any resolution. Here’s what you should know. Continue reading

6 client types every new agent should mentally prepare for

As a new agent, you’ll likely meet all sorts of different clients and personalities. Knowing how to approach each personality type will help you better communicate and navigate obstacles. Continue reading

Is this the right fit? Here’s how to bet on the right brokerage

As a new agent, choosing a brokerage is a vital and nerve-wracking decision. To help ensure a good fit, print out these questions, and make sure to ask them during your interview. Continue reading