Forget scripts: Here’s the secret to fruitful listing conversations

There has never been a more critical time to take your communication skills to the next level. Here’s how to connect better with sellers (for the win). Continue reading

That’s it, I’m done! How to break up with a client

Cutting off a client can seem counterintuitive, but certain circumstances can make it seem like the only option. Here are some red flags that may warrant firing a client, and a few ways to go about it. Continue reading

Want a free business boost? Here’s how to make online reviews work for you

Reviews can truly be the currency of your business. Here’s how you can create a positive experience for all of your clients — and stand out with your customer service. Continue reading

7 truths new agents need to know about short sales

Short sales can help homeowners in need get out of a financial obligation they can no longer afford ethically — but only if agents handle it right. Here are a few things agents need to consider before handling a short sale. Continue reading

How this multifamily investor keeps his team on the same page

There are two keys to effective decision-making — assembling the right team and establishing a vision for that team. Here’s how one investment firm works aligns everyone with company goals. Continue reading

4 signs your client relationship is in trouble

Concerned your relationship with your client is on shaky ground? Here are a few telltale signs that your customers might be taking their business to another agent (and how to fix those issues). Continue reading

Are you poised for growth? 7 things top producers should do now

Set yourself up to thrive no matter what the market does in the future. Here are a few fundamentals to focus on today — to create new highs for your business. Continue reading

Why agents and title agencies don’t always see eye to eye

While the title agency tends to bear its fair share of a transaction’s detail-oriented work, it’s when communication and cooperation collapse that closings tend to be delayed. Here’s why both companies need to work together and communicate clearly. Continue reading

Working with investors? 5 key skills to master

Although they’re lucrative to work with, investors come with their own set of challenges. And unlike working with homeowners, representing investors requires a different set of skills. Here are a few you need to master. Continue reading

10 tips for working with picky homebuyer clients

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions of a person’s life. Being a good agent means offering your expertise and honest opinions to your clients. It also means understanding how to deal with tough buyers while maintaining a healthy work… Continue reading