Virtual vs. local assistant? You’re asking the wrong question

Virtual assistants offer leverage. Local assistants protect your brand. Understanding the difference, Troy Palmquist writes, is what separates scalable agents from overwhelmed ones. Continue reading

To team or not to team? 10 things you must know as you decide

Speaker and CEO of Spark Tank Media, Jeff Lobb, and trainer Bernice Ross walk through the requirements for starting a successful real estate team. Continue reading

What to know as you start out as a real estate team admin

The best administrative assistants don’t just keep things running — they elevate the entire team’s performance, coach Verl Workman writes. Continue reading

5 tips for hiring great professional office staff

Hire like a pro if you want your office to be all that it can be, broker Joseph Santini writes. The right hire can make all the difference in supporting agents and clients. Continue reading

14 insightful tips for agents looking to save money in their business

From resisting shiny objects (so to speak) to taking advantage of local intern pools, here’s how industry experts say agents can save their pennies in an ever-shifting market. Continue reading

12 side gigs to help support your real estate career

When you’re first starting out, you may need some additional revenue streams to keep you afloat between commissions. Here are 12 side gigs you can incorporate into your business. Continue reading

5 reasons agents don’t hire help when they should

So many agents want to grow their businesses, but they hesitate when it comes to hiring help. Here’s a look at why and how it stifles their potential. Continue reading