10 things to think about when thanking your referral partners

Want to work smarter, not harder? Nurture your referral pipeline with these tips from coach Darryl Davis for a steady flow of new leads. Continue reading

24 of the best listing lead ideas for 2024

Listings remain the name of the game, and agents who have the systems and skills in place to list properties and create client relationships will win, author and coach Darryl Davis writes.
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No regrets! 7 things top agents wish they did sooner

Jimmy Burgess asked thousands of top-producing agents what they wish they’d done sooner in their careers. Here are the top seven things they regret putting off. Continue reading

It’s not about you! 15 reasons past clients go with another agent

There are many reasons a past client or current friend may not reach out to you as their real estate agent, and here are just 15 of them from broker Teresa Boardman, who says it’s best not to take it personally. Continue reading

A strategic approach to marketing to past homeowners

Even in a changing market, consumers have life events prompting them to transact. Successful agents and teams who have nurtured their database will be in the right place at the right time. Continue reading

6 steps for turning ‘orphan’ clients into your lifetime fans

This strategy for reaching out to your brokerage’s past clients is perfect for newbies and agents who are looking to jump-start stalled productivity. There’s never been a better time to take advantage of every opportunity to drive listing and sales lea… Continue reading

Start here: 9 skills agents need to nail from the start

Most fledgling agents fail because they don’t master the business fundamentals and build on those fundamentals throughout their careers. If you’re new to the industry, focus on complete mastery of these skills first. Continue reading

How to nurture clients who can’t afford to buy right now

What if you have clients who need to move but can’t afford it? How do you help even when there is no immediate sale? Here are a few tips for helping clients overcome the laws of expansion. You’ll be their agent for life. Continue reading

How to use the ‘1-7-30’ method to realize your goals

Focusing on realistic and attainable goals is critical when establishing business and personal ambitions. Shorter-term goals allow you to zero in on what needs to be done now to meet them. Here’s how you can plan for the short and long term. Continue reading