9 lessons most other agents are learning the hard way

While others are learning from their mistakes in today’s market, Jimmy Burgess says that you don’t have to. Find out what you should be doing right now to boost your real estate business. Continue reading

Lead gen is not enough. Here’s how to nail down lead conversion

In the last of his 5-part series, broker Nick Schlekeway looks at lead conversion. What is it, and why do so few agents ever get good at it? Continue reading

How to generate leads by being authentic and intentional

Broker-owner Nick Schlekeway writes that the correct habits and systems plus a focus on the follow up will ensure that you’re generating and capturing the leads you need. Continue reading

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

Has Compass cracked the repeat and referral code? The Download

On today’s Download, check out Compass’ new tracker tool, then check out some of our best recent advice on keeping those past clients percolating through your pipeline. Continue reading

Stop paying 35-40% to the portals for leads

Instead of throwing away money on paid leads month after month, author and trainer Bernice Ross teaches you how to generate both buyer and listing leads at little or no cost. Continue reading

10 ways to help real estate clients overcome commitment issues

Whether they’re not quite ready to put in an offer or they get a case of cold feet, dealing with commitment issues from clients can leave you feeling frustrated. Coach Darryl Davis offers mindset shifts and strategies to help nurture client relationships. Continue reading

16 habits top-performing real estate agents commit to

The power of incremental change is monumental. Small improvements every day will compound into extraordinary results over time, team leader Carl Medford says. Continue reading

‘A case of the Mondays’ can help agents beat a down market

It’s no secret the real estate market in most places isn’t exactly on fire. While that can be demoralizing for agents, there are ways to keep motivation high and business streaming in. Continue reading

Procrastinate much? 7 things agents have put off far too long

Will you be ready when the market takes off again? The answer to that question, Jimmy Burgess writes, depends on whether you act now to prepare or continue to put off the things you know you need to do in your business. Continue reading