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ReferralCloud aims for order in the disjointed referral market: Tech Review

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ReferralCloud is a web-based connection for agents seeking to refer relocating clients to worthy agents. Continue reading →

21 social skills today’s real estate agents need

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If you’re new to real estate, here’s a quick how-to on getting up to speed with other agents socially. From client expectations to putting yourself out there, here’s what you should know. Continue reading →

How to win a bidding war against a buyer who’s paying all cash

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There are smart ways to overcome a cash offer for that apartment, condo or co-op your buyer really wants. NYC’s Confidence Stimpson outlines how to go about making your buyer’s offer more competitive. Continue reading →

Connection leads to conversion: 11 tips for better social media engagement

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Being on social media shouldn’t even be a question today, Jimmy Burgess says. It offers you the opportunity to connect both locally and with those who are part of the current relocation surge. Continue reading →

Feeling self-doubt? 4 tips for leading through imposter syndrome

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You may experience imposter syndrome from time to time as your business grows, you take on a new role in your real estate team, or when you are presented with a new and exciting opportunity. According to team leader Adam Hergenrother, these feelings ca… Continue reading →

‘Time for a price reduction’: Having the tough conversation with your sellers

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Despite appearances to the contrary, robust seller’s markets don’t last forever, according to author and coach Bernice Ross. Now is the time to start using the various AVMs to prepare to persuade your sellers to lower their prices and avoid getting cau… Continue reading →

What ‘The Office’ can teach us about unnecessary workplace drama

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There’s enough division and polarization in society; we don’t need it at the office as well. Here’s how to keep the peace and keep everyone on the same page with some insights from the folks at Dunder Mifflin. Continue reading →

What economic shocks are in store for the housing market? The Real Word

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This week: Byron Lazine and Nicole White examine higher interest rates and their market impact, the average number of offers written per sale according to a new study and value-added home improvements. Continue reading →

30 etiquette rules for business self-confidence

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Christy Murdock isn’t Emily Post or Miss Manners, but she does have the lowdown on how to behave in real estate. With so many platforms and processes, you need to keep up with the rules — both old and new. Here you’ll find ways to put your best foot fo… Continue reading →

Less bowling, more networking? How to engage introverted agents

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Encouraging introverted agents often comes down to some creative gear-switching. In this Agent/Broker Perspective, Miami broker Anthony Askowitz offers a hypothetical scenario and a practical resolution. Continue reading →