Cost control time: 5 expenses indie brokers must watch closely

Not knowing your numbers and brokerage key metrics is the quickest path to business failure. Pay attention to cost control to increase your chances of growing a successful brokerage. Here’s how. Continue reading

In today’s market, does down payment assistance really help?

What we really need is more housing — especially affordable housing. Prices are still going up, and soon, there won’t be any houses priced low enough to be affordable for people who are within the income limits that qualify them for financial help. Continue reading

Knowing new construction gives you a competitive edge — here’s why

The inventory shortage isn’t going to last forever. In the meantime, studying the economy, real estate market statistics and particularly the new home construction process will make you a fierce competitor in today’s market and the future.  Continue reading

3 ways agents can add leverage in their lives and business

Leverage allows for higher quality work and more time for new projects, which in turn helps you build a better client experience, get more referrals and have a life outside of your business. Here’s how you can use it. Continue reading

5 helpful tips for choosing your first investment property

With market fluctuations and an evolving economy, investing in real estate can prove to be a profitable insurance policy for your financial future. If you’re thinking about making your first investment, here are a few things to consider. Continue reading

6 resources every real estate agent should have on hand right now

Staying up-to-date with the latest tech trends, innovations and services can help enhance agents’ knowledge and grow their businesses. Here are six categories of resources agents should have at their fingertips to enhance service and adapt quickly to c… Continue reading

Is the inventory dam about to burst?

Given the soaring costs we’re seeing in almost every aspect of our lives, the end of forbearance programs and rent moratoriums, coupled with the age of boomers who own 42 percent of the inventory, the inventory dam has definitely started leaking. Continue reading

Rude buyers? Toxic sellers? Here are the do’s and don’ts of firing clients

Letting a client go is never fun or easy. Unfortunately, it’s part of being an entrepreneur and running a business. Here are a few useful tips on ending the client-agent relationship — and preventing challenges from cropping up in the first place. Continue reading

Pulse: How are you advising investors on potential 1031 changes?

Considering President Biden’s proposal to cut 1031 “like-kind” exchanges, how are real estate agents counseling clients? This week, we want to know what advice you’re giving to your investor clients. Continue reading

Side CEO: ‘There’s no more room for mediocre’

A pair of real estate leaders debated new brokerage models Tuesday during Connect Now, and concluded that top-producers may need something unconventional. Continue reading