Reflections over resolutions: How to learn from setbacks and failures

Mistakes happen, but it’s what you learn from them that helps you grow into the next (and best) version of yourself. Here are some common areas agents have struggled with, and a few recommendations for turning those situations into growth opportunities… Continue reading

Is Firepoint lit? The CRM and website provider packs heat

Designed by agents to offer brokers and teams the best parts of a technology support system, from lead generation to management, this CRM should make the list of any broker wanting to see what else is out there in 2020. Continue reading

Anatomy of a deal killer: Missed emails and lack of follow-up

Thorough communication is key in any strong real estate deal. If you don’t hear back from someone after reaching out, follow up with a phone call, email or text or you’ll risk losing the deal. Continue reading

Pulse: How do you overcome ‘You don’t hold open houses? Why?’

In our ongoing quest to find the best handlers, we ask that you take this one-question survey to share your top strategies with the masses in our weekly Tuesday column. This week’s situation: Your sellers are taken aback by the idea of not having an op… Continue reading

Are your habits weighing you down? Get some new ones in 2020

When a habit no longer provides a benefit, the habit not only takes up space in your life, but it also drains you of valuable time, energy and other resources. Here are the steps you can take to swap out your bad habits for some better ones this new year. Continue reading

Stocking stuffers: A few of my favorite (and not-so-favorite) things from 2019

From smart-home products to performance apps, here’s a short list of what I hope to find in my stocking on Christmas morning and a few players who deserve a lump of coal. Continue reading