Smart Home Tech: What to know about smart lights

Smart lighting is a rapidly growing segment of the smart home tech market — and it’s easy to see why. When done right, smart lighting can add personalization and ambiance to any part of your house. Here’s what you need to know. Continue reading

4 reasons agents on teams fail

Team leaders invest an immense amount of time, energy and resources into their team members, and inevitably, some will fail. Here’s how to recognize why some teammates fail and address the issues head-on. Continue reading

Having a tough time? 5 tips for conditioning yourself to push through

Building a real estate business is tough. As you start to gain traction and new levels of success, your problems just intensify. Here are my top five tips for pushing through when times get tough. Continue reading

Compass, Redfin, and eXp are America’s next top brokerage models: DelPrete

A deeper look at the rapid rise of Compass, eXp Realty and Redfin reveals a trio of insightful growth stories — which may very well shape the future of America’s real estate landscape. Continue reading

How to master the inventory in a hot market

What differentiates a rookie from a top-notch, seasoned pro, you ask? Well, it starts with an in-depth knowledge of the market and a knack for accurately gauging property values. Here’s how you can hone that skill and set yourself up for long-term succ… Continue reading

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