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Here’s where real conversion begins (Hint: It’s not the lead)

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The client becomes more valuable the closer they get to the closing table, Josh Ries writes, and your value has to rise too. Continue reading →

Leadership lessons from Howard Hanna on culture and transparency

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Darryl Davis talks to Howard Hanna CEO Hoby Hanna, who offers a leadership case study on maintaining a unique brokerage culture while navigating unprecedented industry change. Continue reading →

Afraid to call FSBOs? The truth about the Do-Not-Call list

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The Do-Not-Call list isn’t the barrier many agents assume. Coach Darryl Davis breaks down the law — and why avoiding these calls hurts both you and the seller. Continue reading →

The rules have changed. Here’s your legal survival checklist

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The agents who thrive in 2026 won’t be the ones who close the most transactions, coach Darryl Davis writes. They’ll be the ones who close them without legal exposure. Continue reading →

3 under-the-radar trends from October’s Intel Index survey

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For many agents and brokers, the housing market feels stuck in place. Here’s what’s been moving the needle in recent weeks, according to Intel’s monthly survey of real estate professionals. Continue reading →

Commissions held up in Year 1. Would a seller’s shift upend them?

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As they compete among themselves for affordability-constrained homebuyers, fewer sellers are even attempting a hardline stance on the buyer-side commission, the Inman-Dig Insights consumer survey finds. Continue reading →

How the ‘bro climate’ is failing new real estate agents and their clients

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Real estate coach Birgit Biehl says new agents are facing a culture problem. The “bro climate” — a mix of outdated competitiveness, lack of mentorship and ego-driven leadership — pushes away clients and drives down professionalism. Continue reading →

7 lessons every real estate agent needs to be a lifelong learner

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Education isn’t about chasing certificates, Darryl Davis writes. It’s about protecting your livelihood, building your brand and being the professional people trust. Continue reading →

How to turn these 7 buyer objections into trust indicators

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Instill confidence in your buyer clients when you come to them prepared to answer questions and offer reassurance, coach Darryl Davis writes. Continue reading →

7 buyer objection handlers to get that agreement signed

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Coach Darryl Davis shares strategies for explaining the buyer agreement and getting it signed when you communicate the value you bring to the transaction. Continue reading →