8 new agent mistakes to avoid from the get-go

So you’ve got your real estate license in hand — now what? Of course, finding a place to work and securing those first clients may seem like they should top your list, but there are a few other details newbies shouldn’t neglect. Continue reading

New to real estate? 5 key career decisions that’ll set you up right

With so many real estate agents calling it quits within the first couple of years, those early-career decisions can prove to be vital in setting you up for long-term success. Here are a few areas all newbies need to focus on. Continue reading

New agents, it’s not about the split

So many new agents choose a brokerage by going with the one that offers the highest split. This can not only be a huge mistake, but it can also set a newbie up for failure. Continue reading

Is this the right fit? Here’s how to bet on the right brokerage

As a new agent, choosing a brokerage is a vital and nerve-wracking decision. To help ensure a good fit, print out these questions, and make sure to ask them during your interview. Continue reading

So you want to be an agent? Here are 7 truths about the job

Being a real estate agent is much more like operating your own business than working any other regular job. There’s a huge learning curve, and it can often feel overwhelming. That’s why, if you’re a newbie, you have to be prepared. Here’s what to expect. Continue reading

5 must-do’s for brand new real estate agents

Here are five essential decisions you must make as you launch your real estate career. If you’re still hanging back on some of these, you might be setting yourself up to become one of the statistics. Continue reading

What’s in it for you? How real estate organizations boost your business.

As far as a great brand goes, I found mine when I joined Coldwell Banker 14 years ago. At the time I was working at a nonprofit in San Francisco. I was lucky to buy my first home through a Coldwell Banker agent. He recognized my drive and desire to mak… Continue reading

How to get through the intensely personal process of choosing a brokerage

There’s been much dialogue around why agents choose a certain brokerage and what makes them so fiercely protective of the one they’ve picked. The bottom line is it’s an intensely personal decision, which comes as a result of many different factors. Her… Continue reading

What is the No. 1 thing you should look for in a brokerage?

Wherever you decide to hang your hat, you need to make sure that your learning style is reflected in the curriculum so you can get the best educational experience you can. Remember your enthusiasm and charisma as a new agent provides value to your brok… Continue reading