Playing catch-up? 9 how-tos to reboot the conversation

In the whirlwind of day-to-day real estate practice, it can be difficult to keep up with the relationships that matter most to your business. Here’s how to reach out, reboot and rejuvenate your contacts with past clients, colleagues and your community. Continue reading

10 expensive mistakes new agents make

As tempting as it is to throw money at everything, spoil your favorite clients or lease that luxury car, as a new agent, you have to be mindful of making mistakes that can lead to expensive consequences. Here are a few you need to watch out for. Continue reading

7 ways to create meaningful relationships with your sphere

Real estate agents Jena Turner and Katie Clancy share how to leverage business systems to grow your sphere and deliver excellent service every time. Continue reading

10 smart closing gift ideas that clients will never forget

Jimmy Burgess rounded up his top 10 closing gifts that are working for agents right now (No. 10 is straight from his playbook). They’re highly personalized, memorable, shareable and relationship-cementing. Continue reading

Sotheby’s is giving clients a taste of the good life with branded wine

Sotheby’s International Realty agents no longer have to search for holy grail of closing gifts. SIR’s parent company, Sotheby’s, on Monday announced the launch of its first-ever collection of 12 branded wines. Continue reading

5 creative ways to thank your clients at the end of the year

The holiday season is traditionally a time for connecting with friends, family, and coworkers and showing appreciation. The end of the year is also the perfect time to reach out to clients. Continue reading

How a former pastry chef uses her skills to sweeten real estate deals

You’re as likely to find real estate agent Hannah Tai mixing batter and hand painting fondant as you are to find her sealing the deal for a client. Continue reading