5 assumptions that can harm your clients and hurt your commission

With the current market moving at such a frenetic pace, it’s easy to simply assume you know what’s going on and act accordingly. The problem is that by making certain assumptions, you can actually harm your clients and your commission. Continue reading

5 ways to track and predict market changes

Agents often get questions about the future of the market from curious consumers. Knowing how to answer them is key to building trust and establishing yourself as an expert in your field. Here are a few ways to stay in the know and spot patterns and tr… Continue reading

Inman Review: Tenants and leasing teams get better connected with RentTango

Digital lead-to-lease solution RentTango is more “consumer app” than business system — a feat not easy to achieve in a segment of the industry that’s so numbers-based. Continue reading

The Real Word: $136M Montana ranch sets record

Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. In this edition of The Real Word, they’ll discuss NAR’s controversial proposal, the sale of Climbing Arrow Ranch and an agent who tested out the Knoc… Continue reading

How long will the housing shortage last? Years — here’s why

Thinking optimistically and knowing a little about U.S. homebuilders and American ingenuity, builders might create an average of 2 million homes annually and achieve a supply-demand balance in about six years. Continue reading

Think before you post! The line between funny and unprofessional isn’t so fine

The real estate business is insane right now. You’ve got frustrated buyers. You’re (rightfully) frustrated — and humor is a great escape. However, it’s also rife with danger. Here’s why you should think before you post. Continue reading

The Real Word: Are you using these bidding war strategies?

Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. In this edition of The Real Word, they’ll discuss how increasing lumber costs are affecting buyers, bidding war tactics and how YouTubers are influen… Continue reading

Tech Review: Smart Alto puts people first in its innovative lead qualification solution

A alumnus of the Y Combinator startup program, Smart Alto leverages clever talk-tech, sales scripts and human ISAs to qualify leads and set appointments. Continue reading

Make extra cash last year? 5 ways to wisely invest it

Many real estate professionals had their best year ever in 2020. Wisely investing these extra dollars is of the utmost importance as we continue to navigate this unprecedented time. Here are a few ways to capitalize on any extra income earned last year. Continue reading

Sorting through pandemic predictions: What held true?

With the pandemic winding down in most parts of the country, one broker-owner is looking back at some assumptions made about real estate last year. Which predictions were untrue, and which were right on the money? Continue reading