ERA president offers 5 tips for brand new real estate agents

ERA’s Alex Vidal offers words of wisdom and advice for real estate agents launching their careers in the uncertain 2024 market. Continue reading

9 things this COO wishes she’d known about money as a newbie

With so much to learn as a new agent, it helps to draw on the experience of those who’ve gone before. Find out where to start with this guide from author, coach and Realtor Erin McCormick Torres. Continue reading

Thinking of becoming a Realtor? Here’s what it’s really like

Real estate is more than just deciding where to put the sofa. If you’ve been considering a career in real estate, here are the ins and outs you need to know before you make the switch. Continue reading

Breaking into high-end real estate? 3 tips for aspiring luxury agents

For some, breaking into luxury real estate can take years, and for others, it’s a matter of connections and high-powered introductions, say David Parnes and James Harris of “Million Dollar Listing LA” fame. Regardless of your path, you’ll have to maste… Continue reading

Forget ‘fake it till you make it’: How to truly build confidence

Faking confidence can lead to failure fast, so ignore that cliched advice, and follow these tips on how to build genuine confidence as a new agent.
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Get all your new agent intel at Inman this July

July is Inman’s first-ever New Agent Month, and what a time it is to be a new agent. We’re going to spend the entire month digging deep into what new agents need to thrive. Here’s what you can expect. Continue reading

What should a new agent’s work ethic look like?

Jumping into a new career in real estate is challenging. The trick is to stay creative, organized and knowledgeable in your field. Here’s how to accomplish that — while keeping your motivation and spirits high. Continue reading

Dollars and Sense: What costs should new real estate agents expect?

Too often new agents come away from the onboarding process excited about all the potential money they could make in their new careers, but they are unprepared for the investments they’ll have to make to function as a plugged-in businessperson. Continue reading