The buyer’s agent who padlocked the gate: Stories from the wild world of real estate

Have you heard the latest boots-on-the-ground, can-you-believe-it story? Here are some of the most unusual and bizarre tales from the front lines of the current mad market. Continue reading

Stressed out? How to cope with today’s low-inventory market

Almost everyone today is struggling with this low-inventory, high-demand market. So, if you want to stand out from the competition and win more listings, here are some powerful ways to do it. Continue reading

Pulse: How are you overcoming the bidding war objection?

In today’s competitive real estate market, it’s no wonder homebuyers are stressed out — particularly about going into bidding wars. So when it comes this unpleasant reality, how are you alleviating buyers’ anxieties? Continue reading

4 ways to set seller expectations during this supercharged spring market

Most sellers don’t deal with real estate on a daily basis, and they are looking to you for professional guidance. With the spring market in full swing, set expectations early to help your sellers have a stress-free selling season. Continue reading

Working with buyers? It’s time to forget these 8 key things

Help your buyers score a home by teaching them to run against current practices. Here’s a list of critical concepts you need to encourage your buyers to forget in their search for that increasingly evasive thing — homeownership. Continue reading

How to navigate multiple offers: It comes down to money

From thoroughly vetting buyer finances to learning all about ‘option money,’ speakers at Connect Now shared how agents can help their sellers accept the best offer. Continue reading

‘Be relentless’: Real-life advice from agents managing inventory insanity

Pros out in the field have thoughts and suggestions on how to manage the widespread low inventory this season. Here are a few ideas that stood out in response to an Inman Coast to Coast Facebook thread and Inman’s recent “Inventory Insanity” series. Continue reading

Buyer uncertainty stressing you out? 5 ways to stay sane in a hectic market

The extreme lack of inventory has agents in total panic mode. On top of their day-to-day roles, agents now more than ever also have to be friends, counselors and confidants. Here’s how to manage the stress of it all. Continue reading

What buyers crave: How to find coveted listings in your market

What makes a house really stand out? Curb appeal is one part of the formula, but there are other factors that come into play. Learn about finding and selling desirable homes — and how to make listings more attractive to buyers. Continue reading

3 ways to set buyers expectations during this sizzling-hot spring

By setting expectations early, agents can put their clients in a better position and educate them on the often frustrating marketplace so they can make quick, sound decisions. Here’s how. Continue reading