Busted! 10 myths buyers and sellers believe about the current market

In today’s wild market, there are plenty of bad ideas on both sides of the buyer/seller equation, according to broker Cara Ameer. Here’s how to correct those misconceptions so that everyone can get what they want. Continue reading

Advice to ignore! 6 tips newbies should skip right now

New agents are given plenty of advice when they’re starting out, but is it all really true? Not according to coach Darryl Davis, who believes there are better ways to build a business than those old-fashioned methods. Continue reading

21 social skills today’s real estate agents need

If you’re new to real estate, here’s a quick how-to on getting up to speed with other agents socially. From client expectations to putting yourself out there, here’s what you should know. Continue reading

Connection leads to conversion: 11 tips for better social media engagement

Being on social media shouldn’t even be a question today, Jimmy Burgess says. It offers you the opportunity to connect both locally and with those who are part of the current relocation surge. Continue reading

Creating change: A guide to getting involved as an agent

Doing good in your community is good for you and good for business. The Agency’s Mauricio Umansky tells how to get started on your charitable journey. Continue reading

Feeling self-doubt? 4 tips for leading through imposter syndrome

You may experience imposter syndrome from time to time as your business grows, you take on a new role in your real estate team, or when you are presented with a new and exciting opportunity. According to team leader Adam Hergenrother, these feelings ca… Continue reading

‘Bigger is not always better’: 5 tips to elevate your social media

Regardless of how you feel about it, in this day and age, social media is a powerful tool. Ricardo Rodriguez explains how to put it to work for your real estate business. Continue reading

‘Time for a price reduction’: Having the tough conversation with your sellers

Despite appearances to the contrary, robust seller’s markets don’t last forever, according to author and coach Bernice Ross. Now is the time to start using the various AVMs to prepare to persuade your sellers to lower their prices and avoid getting cau… Continue reading

What ‘The Office’ can teach us about unnecessary workplace drama

There’s enough division and polarization in society; we don’t need it at the office as well. Here’s how to keep the peace and keep everyone on the same page with some insights from the folks at Dunder Mifflin. Continue reading

What economic shocks are in store for the housing market? The Real Word

This week: Byron Lazine and Nicole White examine higher interest rates and their market impact, the average number of offers written per sale according to a new study and value-added home improvements. Continue reading