7 door-to-door sales secrets to make you a better door knocker

Self-proclaimed door-knocking champ Ernesto Vargas will be onstage at ICLV this week, helping attendees hone their presentation skills to engage with the people they encounter. Continue reading

Read the signs to make your door knocking more effective

When you’re out door knocking, reading the signs can give you insight into the needs and concerns of the people you meet, writes agent Ernesto Vargas. Continue reading

Stop being needy! Start delivering value like UPS

When Ventura County, California, agent Ernesto Vargas is out door knocking, he’s always looking for ways to add value to his pitch. Continue reading

Door-knocking is personal. Stop trolling your colleagues

With hundreds of comments on our coverage of Ralph Yarl’s shooting, what does it say about door-knocking, and where do we go from here? Rachael Hite updates the story and looks at the sometimes heated reactions. Continue reading

Agents weigh in on the (ongoing) door-knocking debate

Amid rising gun violence, real estate agents are debating the continuation of door-knocking, a traditional practice. Opinions are split, as some advocate for caution, while others suggest it’s time to halt the practice due to safety concerns. Continue reading

Learn the strategies of this self-proclaimed ‘door-knocking champ’

As community life and face-to-face interactions become more rare, door-knocking as a lead generation and nurturing tool becomes even more powerful. California agent Ernesto Vargas offers his best how-to advice for developing a door-knocking habit.
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Agents, stay off my grass and don’t knock on my door

While the conversation around door-knocking is compelling, it’s not a prerequisite for success in the real estate business, writes Teresa Boardman. She offers a variety of alternatives if door-knocking just isn’t your thing. Continue reading

9 ways to get new clients without having to door-knock

Door-knocking can feel invasive, and some agents might even find it a little intimidating. Coach and trainer Darryl Davis offers a variety of great alternatives with solid ROI. Continue reading

Have a plan, bring a buddy: How agents door-knock today

You told us it works and that you need to be safe while doing it. Here is what our readers (and the data) have to say about door-knocking for listings and new business. Continue reading