The biggest mistake most real estate agents make after closing

Real estate professionals often feel like closing a deal signals the end of the process, Kevelyn Guzman writes, but the post-closing relationship is where reputation, referrals and repeat business are born. Continue reading

Closing is the lifetime launchpad for client follow-up: Step 8

When your buyer-focused transaction management system runs on habit instead of willpower, you don’t skip the steps that matter most, Cassie Walker Johnson writes as she wraps up her eight-step plan. Continue reading

How the escrow process offers a chance to show your value: Step 7

Just like in school, group projects can be stressful. In Part 7 of her eight-part series, Cassie Walker Johnson helps you pull the moving parts of the escrow process together. Continue reading

The one skill all real estate agents forget to practice (but shouldn’t)

It’s not enough to continually bring in new leads if you don’t know how to close the ones you’ve got. Trainer Rachael Hite helps you practice and refine this critical skill. Continue reading

The 7 must-have real estate sales success fundamentals

Wondering if you have the right stuff for a career in real estate? Trainer and author Bernice Ross offers seven chracteristics that signal success. Continue reading

How real estate agents can prevent title issues from derailing a deal

Luke Babich outlines ways to develop and maintain a strong title company relationship to prevent any snags in your next real estate transaction. Continue reading

Borrower surveys pinpoint closings as problem area for lenders

Investments lenders have made to streamline the application process seem to be paying off, but surveys show borrowers are still tripped up by document collection and closings. Continue reading

Qualia’s new API could help companies scale digital title ops

Qualia API users can automatically place and track title orders and access order, accounting and contact data to build custom notifications and performance dashboards. Continue reading

Watch your step: 5 closing pitfalls and how to avoid them

There are many moving parts throughout the homebuying process, and they all need to be completed successfully before your client has their keys in hand. MDLLA stars James Harris and David Parnes outline five issues that can derail your path to the clos… Continue reading

Flueid gears up to support purchase and home equity loans

Title and escrow software-as-a-service provider’s tech platform, Flueid Decision, can now detect solar panels and liens. Continue reading