Circa 1920: What real estate agents need to know about roaring ’20s homes

Housing styles took a sharp turn away from traditional styles with the introduction of Art Deco design, and a new age in home architecture came on the scene. Gerard Splendore spells out what you should know about homes from this period. Continue reading

Relationship-building gold: 5 moves for the win

Real estate is a competitive industry. Almost any agent can get the job done, but truly successful agents will go above and beyond to make sure their clients feel understood and genuinely cared for. Continue reading

Luxury home auctions are having a moment. Here’s how to get in on it

Luxury homes that eventually go to auction sometimes come across as the black sheep of listings and require a nuanced approach. Here are luxury agent Aaron Kirman’s top tips for success. Continue reading

Celebrate your agents! Enhance recognition by looking beyond the transaction

Rather than focusing on output, as measured by transactions completed, focus on what your agents have put into their businesses and the communities they serve. Celebrate your agents for their contributions to local charities and organizations. Continue reading

Your unique service proposition differentiates you. Here’s how to communicate it effectively

Agents must effectively and efficiently communicate the value they bring, and the best way to do that is by differentiating yourself from 1.5 million other agents with truly stellar service and communication. Continue reading

Circa 1910: What real estate agents need to know about four square homes

Four square and kit homes in any number of variations are commonplace across the country. Today, these houses may have been updated, modernized or expanded. Continue reading

Sotheby’s taps former Compass executive to lead sales operations

Former Compass regional president Kamini Rangappan Lane has joined Sotheby’s International Realty, according to an announcement on Monday. Lane will lead the brokerage’s sales strategy. Continue reading

Don’t stunt your growth! 7 truths to embrace now

There are some rules that are self-evident for building a successful real estate business, according to Jimmy Burgess. Master these seven principles to supercharge your growth. Continue reading

Don’t stunt your growth! 7 truths to embrace now

There are some rules that are self-evident for building a successful real estate business, according to Jimmy Burgess. Master these seven principles to supercharge your growth. Continue reading

Tom Ferry talks housing, marketing: The Real Word

This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White welcome Tom Ferry to discuss the housing bubble talk, home affordability and marketing. Continue reading