Red flag! 12 things agents should watch out for when being recruited

Here’s what some agents who have recently made strategic moves have to say about keeping one’s eye on the prize when it comes to negotiating contracts with a new brokerage. Continue reading

Out with the old and in with the new: 22 tips for a business detox

Now is the time to envision your best self, ideal life and thriving business. Rainy Hake Austin offers insights on how to dive into a new way of working. Continue reading

Managing expectations? 17 communication tips to stay above a fray

At the heart of every real estate transaction is a series of expectations, and they might be a little skewed as we’re coming out of an extreme seller’s market. Here are the 3 fundamental steps (and tips for every part of the process) to manage them eff… Continue reading

Are you ready to commit? 8 steps for making solid decisions

How do you know if you’ll commit to a new tool, program or resource? Too many agents give up before seeing their goals through, so before you pull the trigger, use these steps to determine if you should move forward. Continue reading

Pick up the phone! Top team leaders on making it in a hot market today

Renee Funk, Lance Lokan and Kris Lindahl said during Connect Now that teams should build themselves from within and keep in touch with their communities to stay afloat. 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

Keeping It Real: How to master the art of execution

On this edition of “Keeping It Real,” a recurring podcast series on Inman, Peter Lorimer goes through the vital steps of following through.  Continue reading

Want your team to feel like a family? Start with the culture

Trying to get that family vibe in your office without the cult and Kool-aid remarks from others? Here are three ways to make the workplace feel more like home. Continue reading

Why teams need onboarding and training systems

Do yourself and your team a favor: Establish strong onboarding and training systems to make achieving your goals more seamless and systematic Continue reading

How to incentivize your team (without carving into your split)

Here’s how Nicole Lopez, founder of True Houston Real Estate, motivates her team by giving them what matters most and has a little fun in the process. Continue reading