Educating buyers and setting expectations from the beginning is critical for successful repair negotiations. Buyers cannot understand which repairs are necessary and which might annoy the seller enough for the deal to shatter without the guidance of a … Continue reading
Whether you’re a new agent or just looking for a new place to hang your license, these are the questions you’ll need clear answers for before making a decision. Continue reading
Whether you’re a new agent or just looking for a new place to hang your license, these are the questions you’ll need clear answers for before making a decision. Continue reading
Not all agents and brokers are cut out to be mentors. Some are too busy to teach, and others are too “old school” to think outside of the box. When mentally vetting candidates, here are some must-have characteristics a mentor should possess. Continue reading
As agents, we often have to deal with insincere people who are not serious about purchasing or selling properties. Here’s how to spot them and prevent them from wasting your precious time. Continue reading
Each week, we talk to agents across the country about what they’ve learned along the way (and what they wish they had known as new agents). This week, find out how New York City broker Michael J. Franco learned the importance of getting in front of pot… Continue reading
On this edition of “Keeping It Real,” a recurring podcast series on Inman, Peter Lorimer gives a truthful account of the first year of real estate and how to overcome the challenges. Continue reading
On this edition of “Keeping It Real,” a recurring podcast series on Inman, Peter Lorimer illuminates why comparing yourself to others is a time-suck. Comparison, especially toward the beginning of your career, is a waste of time. And your time is a val… Continue reading
Finding the right brokerage to hang your license is critical to your future business. What should you be on the lookout for when interviewing at a brokerage? What do brokerages look for when interviewing salespeople? Here’s a rundown to help you prep f… Continue reading
From the outside looking in, the reality of what real estate agents do and what we are like is often quite different than the perception consumers — or even aspiring agents — have, which is often gleaned from relatively few encounters and reality TV. A… Continue reading