Real talk! Here’s the skinny on what the first 2 years in real estate are really like

If you’re brand new to the industry, here’s some intel on what the first couple of years are like — from an agent who’s living it — including all the frustrating and funny moments in between.   Continue reading

Dollars and Sense: What costs should new real estate agents expect?

Too often new agents come away from the onboarding process excited about all the potential money they could make in their new careers, but they are unprepared for the investments they’ll have to make to function as a plugged-in businessperson. Continue reading

Dollars and Sense: How to get more out of your career

If you’re looking to tap into the potential that your real estate career holds — whether it’s money, satisfaction or enjoyment — we’ve got 10 suggestions for helping you make your job more gratifying this year. Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Always be closing

Each week, we talk to agents across the country about what they’ve learned along the way (and what they wish they had known as new agents). As a top luxury agent for Douglas Elliman in New York City, Jamie Safier puts a lifetime of experience to work c… Continue reading

7 habits that will encourage business (and personal) growth

Achieving your goals goes far beyond setting and reviewing them. Dreams are realized through discipline, positivity and visualization. Here are a few habits for meeting your goals this year. Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Take the leap

Each week, we talk to agents across the country about what they’ve learned along the way (and what they wish they had known as new agents). This week, find out why Aaron Masliansky is a big believer in the power of forward momentum. Continue reading

How a polarizing listing video got this newbie millions in business

When I took on a high-priced, one-bedroom condo for my first listing, it was our ‘millennial’ lifestyle video that helped us break records — love it or hate it. Here’s how we did it on a shoestring budget. Continue reading

16 things newbies should do in a slow selling season

Worried about the winter slump? Here are some things to keep you busy — and to prepare you for the spring market. Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Listen to your inner voice

Each week, we talk to agents across the country about what they’ve learned along the way (and what they wish they had known as new agents). This week, Naples agent Sonja Pound suggests focusing your energy on trusting your gut and building relationship… Continue reading