Gen Z is ready to buy: Boost your business by mastering co-buying

Zoomer co-buying is on the rise. Knowing what makes this generation tick and how to help them architect a deal will lead agents to a new stream of income in a stalled market, writes Annette DeCicco.  Continue reading

Stop losing deals: Ask ‘why?’ to find buyers who won’t back out

Asking the right questions that start with “why” can reveal your buyers’ true motivations and keep contracts from falling apart, writes broker Annette DeCicco. Continue reading

Foreclosures are on the rise. Here’s how to lean into the shift and develop a new income stream

With foreclosure activity ticking upward, agents can learn from seasoned REO pros to build new streams of income during an economic downturn, Annette DeCicco writes. Continue reading

15 tips, tricks and tools to add to your DIY home staging kit

A combination of upskilling and these 15 items and strategies helps ensure that your home staging gets your listings sold, Annette DeCicco writes. Continue reading

3 clichés top listing agents don’t buy into during a market downtick

Think smart, writes coach Annette DeCicco, and list like a pro. Hit all three of these smart consultation tips on pricing, condition and negotiation to win listings that sell at consistently high premiums. Continue reading

10 signs you’re working across the table from an inexperienced agent

We’ve all been new at some point in our real estate careers. Annette DeCicco shares ways to spot an inexperienced agent if you’re the more seasoned pro in a transaction, and mistakes to avoid if you’re a newbie. Continue reading

Your next referral source is already in your phone

The best lead generation comes from genuinely valuing and nurturing the relationships you already have and keeping in touch with your network. Continue reading

Broker Spotlight: Annette DeCicco, BHHS Jordan Baris Realty

Find out how this broker put her background in education to work to create real estate training that resonates and gets results. Continue reading

Broker Spotlight: Ken Baris, BHHS Jordan Baris Realty

Learn how this second-generation broker brings an athlete’s mindset and competitive advantage to leadership and life. Continue reading

Women’s History Month: How Nancy Garcia gives back

Learn from this South Florida agent and philanthropist to feed others before you eat, survive shutdowns, navigate lockdowns and weather a financial crisis by keeping the community’s head above water.  Continue reading