How to master the inventory in a hot market

What differentiates a rookie from a top-notch, seasoned pro, you ask? Well, it starts with an in-depth knowledge of the market and a knack for accurately gauging property values. Here’s how you can hone that skill and set yourself up for long-term succ… Continue reading

Forget time-blocking! Focus on these 5 time-management tactics

Time-blocking is standard real estate productivity advice, but here’s the thing: It doesn’t work. Here’s a better approach to time management that’ll help you stick to your priorities and knock out those dollar-producing activities. Continue reading

WATCH: Back to Basics 101 — Dial to increase your inventory

Senior vice president at Highgarden real estate shares a simple way to get more listings in this heated seller’s market. Continue reading

8 ways to rank higher on Google — and improve your website traffic

Getting your website to rank on Google is like putting together pieces of a puzzle. All of your efforts across various channels come together to build your website’s authority. Here are few tips to help drum up more traffic for your business. Continue reading

3 ways to set buyers expectations during this sizzling-hot spring

By setting expectations early, agents can put their clients in a better position and educate them on the often frustrating marketplace so they can make quick, sound decisions. Here’s how. Continue reading

Pulse: Readers share what back to basics means in 2021

This week, our readers chimed in with real estate basics they think are worth revisiting this year — things like connecting with clients, tending to your database, sorting out finances and so much more. Here are all the nuggets of wisdom you shared. Continue reading

WATCH: Back to Basics 101 — Have more conversations

Julie Nelson, chief success officer at The Nelson Project, eXp Realty, shares her tried-and-true formula for going back to the basics. For Nelson, it’s all about starting conversations on real estate. Continue reading

Clear out the clutter! 3 ways to spring-clean your business

Every spring, we dive into the same tradition — clearing out the old and organizing the new. If you’re ready to dust the cobwebs off your business and reorganize your work life for the better, here are a few tips to get you started. Continue reading

How to deal with unlawful occupants in listings

Rising levels of homelessness have increased the incidents of unlawful access to homes on the market. Here are a few key steps to respond to unauthorized entry and preventative measures to ensure it does not happen in the first place. Continue reading

Avoid deal-breakers! What you should know about inspections

Even though many buyers are opting to forgo inspections, agents still need to be familiar with them to protect their buyers as much as possible. Here are a few inspections that’ll help pinpoint problems within a property — and avoid a major deal-breake… Continue reading