3 steps to recession-proof your real estate business

It’s possible to emerge from a down market stronger than you went in — but only if you’ve taken the time to plan accordingly. Here are three steps you need to take now so that you can approach the shifting market from a position of strength. Continue reading

A superior virtual tour will answer these 10 questions

If you focus on replicating the IRL experience of a home tour in your live virtual showings, your clients will have the answers to the 10 most-asked questions. Continue reading

Start Back to Basics Month by getting comfortable on camera

Agents are more dependent on video than ever before. We’re creating virtual tours in place of open houses and using video conferencing as a substitute for face-to-face interactions. Like it or not, it’s time to get comfortable on camera. Here are 10 ti… 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

Grow up! 20 unprofessional agent behaviors that need to stop

We all have days that make us want to drive into the country and shriek for as long as we feel like it in the privacy of our own cars. What makes it worse is when it’s other agents causing the frustration. Continue reading

10 New Year’s resolutions for homeowners

From making homes more energy efficient to keeping up with repairs, here are 10 New Year’s resolutions for homeowners that agents can share with clients. Continue reading

The 10 most-read contributed stories of 2019

Outside of the news realm, this year’s top stories written by industry professionals ranged in topic from making an exit to reviving deals to educating clients on the right way. Continue reading

How to upgrade your listing’s curb appeal during wintertime

Winter might be the slowest selling season nationwide, but homes still sell. To ensure that your listings are making buyers’ short lists, pump up the curb appeal using these tips. Continue reading