7 ways to improve body language, negotiation, communication

Jamie Miller shares verbal and non-verbal communication techniques with trainer Bernice Ross that are designed to inform, inspire and create connections with clients. Continue reading

Unbridled confidence: 3 essentials for thriving as a brand-new agent

Stepping into the world as a brand-new agent might feel overwhelming, coach Darryl Davis writes, but it’s important to remember that confidence is a skill that can be cultivated and honed. Continue reading

Turn objections into opportunities: How to build trust and close deals

Don’t look at client objections as a challenge or insult, Nick Schlekeway writes. Use them as an opportunity to showcase your expertise and add value. Continue reading

How you should leverage your financial advisor

Wealth manager Chris Snowden shares financial strategies for making the most of your real estate investments with Realtor Amy Chorew and CPA Maeda Palius. Continue reading

Under-the-radar NAR nonprofit may have hidden GOP agenda

A new report from “The New York Times” examines the NAR-created American Property Owners Alliance, a nonprofit organization ostensibly dedicated to property rights, which has given heavily to Republican causes. Continue reading

Americans optimistic home prices and mortgage rates have peaked

While only 23 percent of Americans surveyed by mortgage giant Fannie Mae in November thought it was a good time to buy a home, that’s up from 14 percent a year ago, when mortgage rates were near post-pandemic peaks. Continue reading

12 gifts for Realtors that won’t collect dust this holiday season

With gift shopping in full swing, everyone has asked themselves the million-dollar question, “What would make the perfect present?” While perfection might be elusive, Inman’s Holiday Gift Guide for 2024 aims to help you get as close as possible when se… Continue reading

Agents see green shoots around the corner: Client Pipeline Tracker

As real estate agents gradually become more familiar with how the NAR settlement will impact business, they’re increasingly open to rosier possibilities, according to a new Intel analysis. Continue reading

The customer is always right, but what if they’ve been misinformed?

Rachael Hite shares strategies for combatting client misinformation while maintaining close connections and positive communication. Continue reading

What real estate agents need to know about cognitive impairment

Senior real estate specialist Nikki Buckelew writes that understanding cognitive impairment among seniors is about being more than just a real estate professional — it’s about being a trusted guide during one of the most challenging transitions of some… Continue reading