Why ‘old school’ still rules at winning listings in 2026

While everyone else competes online, the agents who win listings will be the ones who go old school, pick up the phone and show up in person, new contributor John Angelopoulos writes.  Continue reading

How to use strategy, tech and real talk to keep deals moving

Transaction hesitation is real, but deals are getting done. Here’s how broker-owner Jaclyn Kelley and her agents have been keeping business steady in a tough market. Continue reading

24 of the best listing lead ideas for 2024

Listings remain the name of the game, and agents who have the systems and skills in place to list properties and create client relationships will win, author and coach Darryl Davis writes.
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Need leads? Try this easy approach to high-probability door knocking

Bernice Ross talks to long-time Bay Area broker-owner and trainer Jerry Kidd about how to integrate so-called old-fashioned marketing methods into a winning formula for growth. Continue reading

The agent’s guide to creating handwritten notes

Writing notes is not just about ticking off a box on your to-do list or even having good manners. It’s about delighting the recipient with a heartfelt, sincere and, most of all, personal form of communication. Continue reading

4 ways to show your professional network you appreciate them

Showing gratitude isn’t something to do just at the holidays. Make it part of every day to grow and nurture your network with these tips from Nikki Beauchamp. Continue reading

Build a piping hot referral network this winter with these 7 expert tips

Referrals are everything when it comes to building a sustainable real estate business, expanding your network (and opportunities), and creating momentum, say former Million Dollar Listers David Parnes and James Harris. Here are their top seven tips for… Continue reading

The path to riches is paved with boredom. Here’s how to get there

There are no shortcuts, no easy routes to victory, team leader Carl Medford writes. The pathway to success takes hours of mastering mundane activities to earn income, but it can lead to an exciting lifestyle that’s anything but boring. Continue reading

On a dime: Bootstrap your business with these 8 simple strategies

Although sales aren’t expected to bottom out, it doesn’t hurt to reconfigure the budget to build a more robust nest egg that’ll help you expertly navigate whatever the market may throw your way. If you’re trimming back, brand new, or need to shore up a… Continue reading

Show your thanks: 8 simple ideas for celebrating your agents

Setting aside time to honor and celebrate your agents’ successes will make them feel valued and appreciated. Here are some small gestures that can go a long way in boosting morale. Continue reading