Lesson Learned: Work your relationships

Real estate agents across the nation share stories of the lessons they’ve learned during their time in the industry. This week: Learn from Alabama real estate agent Christie White that it’s not always what you know, it’s who you know — especially start… Continue reading

‘Zillow, it’s not me, it’s you’ Part 2: Premier Agent leads are weak

“Zillow, please understand that the magic is gone for me and for many other agents who trusted and partnered with you for years,” writes agent Meg Jones Mullin in a follow-up to her break-up letter with Zillow. She and other agents sound off about how … Continue reading

New agent? 12 tips for getting more listings as you learn the ropes

Building a business from the ground up takes time, resources and support. You’ll also need a few helpful strategies to help ramp up your growth. Here are a few tips and tricks to get you up to speed at your new career. Continue reading

How this $1M top producer takes charge of his day

If you don’t own your time, you’ll never be able to operate at your highest potential. How do the most successful real estate pros approach their day? Here’s what this million-dollar top producer does, hour by hour. Continue reading

Inman Top 5: The biggest stories of the week Nov. 6-12, 2021

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories of the week, according to Inman website visitors. Continue reading

How to make a Thanksgiving pie giveaway work for you

The best part of a Thanksgiving giveaway is that it gives you an opportunity to express your gratitude for your clients — both past and present. Here’s why this broker thinks pie is always the answer to the relationship-building equation (and how to ma… Continue reading

Want to network like a boss? 5 tips for developing deeper connections

Networking like a boss certainly isn’t easy, but just like any other skill, you can get better at it with lots of practice. Here are a few tried-and-true tips that’ll help you up your relationship-building abilities. Continue reading

Looking for the right fit? 5 factors to consider when brokerage hunting

Whether you’re a newbie just getting started or an experienced veteran, choosing a brokerage is something every agent faces at some point. By knowing what differentiates one firm from another, you suss through the heap and find the brokerage that will … Continue reading

How are indies faring? Get a glimpse into this indie broker-owner’s business

As a Realtor and broker-owner of Boardman Realty, Teresa Boardman has vast experience working in and running an independent brokerage. Here’s her take on what it’s like to be an indie broker and what the future might look like. Continue reading

7 real estate lessons from ‘7 habits of highly effective people’

Stephen R. Covey’s time-tested self-help book, “7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” has been an empowering read for anyone looking to truly grow themselves personally and professionally. Here’s how you can harness the power of this book that has been… Continue reading