Forget time-blocking! Focus on these 5 time-management tactics

Time-blocking is standard real estate productivity advice, but here’s the thing: It doesn’t work. Here’s a better approach to time management that’ll help you stick to your priorities and knock out those dollar-producing activities. Continue reading

The Real Word: When will the market cool down?

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 when the market is expected to cool down, a neighbor’s listing that revealed a roaming cat and how … Continue reading

Versatile online marketing solution HighNote brings it all together

Just like how Slack centralizes and categorizes office communications, HighNote can do the same for your pre-listing pitch, agent or team profiles, local market guides, and all other forms of digital content. Continue reading

10 team-building basics every team leader should know

Whether you have a large team or are just starting to build your first, there are fundamental principles worth knowing. The basics are the basics for a reason. They work. Here are 10 team-building basics that every leader show know.  Continue reading

Why hiring a PR team is the best marketing decision you can make

A constant presence in major media outlets is a valuable way to promote and grow your real estate business on all levels. Here’s how a strong public relations strategy can elevate your brand and what you should keep in mind when hiring a PR team. Continue reading

The crux of the IC status issue in real estate

With the possibility of the PRO Act passing, independent contractors face an uphill battle. Here’s how the two primary tests for classifying ICs work, NAR’s response to recent press coverage about the issue and steps real estate professionals can take … Continue reading

Real (Estate) Talk: How one city is leading the charge to repair the past

In the first of its kind, Evanston, Illinois, has created a reparations program that seeks to begin the process of redressing harm from the housing industry. Let’s talk about reparations and Evanston’s groundbreaking initiative. Continue reading

How to build trust with prospective clients

To be successful in this whacky business, you have to build relationships. What’s the one thing that all relationships have in common? Trust. Here’s how to build trust regardless of how well you know the person. Continue reading

Beyond the headlines: What to expect with rising mortgage rates

Looking for a little clarity on the news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives into recent housing data releases and predicts how the market will fare. Continue reading