Lesson Learned: Always be open to learning something new

Real estate agents across the nation share stories of the lessons they’ve learned during their time in the industry. This week: Find out how this award-winning Queens New York real estate agent takes a scholarly approach to the practice of real estate…. Continue reading

Get more done: 20 productivity rules for brand new real estate agents

Here are 20 time-tested productivity strategies to help you start your career on a solid foundation so that as your business takes off, you’re able to keep up and scale as needed. Continue reading

PLAN: A 1-year marketing calendar for brand new agents

As a newbie with little experience, whipping up a robust marketing plan can feel like an impossible task. Here is a month-by-month breakdown to get you through your first year in real estate. Continue reading

Is a CMA an appraisal? Contrary to popular belief — it is

The current widespread misuse of the word “appraisal” may not uproot long-established mores, but everyone should raise their antenna a bit if they’re attempting to suggest a CMA is not an appraisal. Continue reading

$10M in sales from Instagram: Steal from this agent’s playbook

Whether you’re brand new to Instagram or have been using it a while, if you adopt North Carolina agent Heidi Harris’ steps for yourself, you’ll grow your number of followers, and your business will grow along with it. Continue reading

New to real estate? 5 key career decisions that’ll set you up right

With so many real estate agents calling it quits within the first couple of years, those early-career decisions can prove to be vital in setting you up for long-term success. Here are a few areas all newbies need to focus on. Continue reading

7 strategies for winning a bidding war

Remember that in a hot market like this, building a relationship with the agent can make a difference between your offer and the other 10 or so on the table. Here’s how to stand out. Continue reading

Freshly licensed? 10 tips for getting the most out of your career

Most people get into real estate because of the potential perks: flexibility, endless earning potential, freedom to focus on what you love. If you’re looking to tap into that personal and professional satisfaction, here are 10 tips for having a more gr… Continue reading

New agents, it’s not about the split

So many new agents choose a brokerage by going with the one that offers the highest split. This can not only be a huge mistake, but it can also set a newbie up for failure. Continue reading

Get it all done: 9 time management strategies for rookie agents

Here are some failsafe ideas on how to get more done, culled from a wide assortment of achievers, including Jerry Seinfeld, former President Eisenhower, Winston Churchill and industry insiders. Continue reading