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Need buy-side help? Hire candidates with these 6 skills

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Thinking about hiring a showing assistant or buyer’s agent? This list of must-have skills, qualities and traits will come in handy as you vet potential team members. Continue reading →

‘Dire days lie ahead’: The impact of COVID-19 and wildfires on housing

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The recent onslaught of wildfires and accompanying smoke blanketing many states are combining with the pandemic with deadly results. It is not just personal health that is being affected — there are significant implications for real estate as well. Continue reading →

How to reenergize your diversity efforts to enact change

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Last summer, everyone was on the quest for equality, but where are we one year after George Floyd’s murder? Julia Lashay Israel, Keller Williams head of diversity, equity and inclusion, shares some initiatives she’s embracing. Continue reading →

5 ways marketing tools can improve customer service 

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If you’re looking to improve the customer experience for your agents’ clients, marketing tools can come in handy. Here are a few you should consider adding to your repertoire. Continue reading →

Compass nears profitability, outperforms competition: Mike DelPrete

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The hot real estate market has fueled strong growth across the industry. Compass’ growth is noteworthy, and it demonstrates that though the industry moves slowly, some players move faster than others. Continue reading →

Forget moratorium worries: Here’s why now is the best time to invest in real estate

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Now more than ever, properties are selling well over list price, and buyers are chomping at the bit to purchase. Here’s why you shouldn’t wait to get in on the action. Continue reading →

5 high-end home design features trending today

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Staying current on home design trends can help you advise buyers on the value they’re getting for their money and assist sellers in getting top dollar for their home. Find out what’s trending in luxury homes from Mauricio Umansky, founder and CEO of Th… Continue reading →

5 survival tips for brand-new agents in a hyper-competitive market

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If your license is all you have in this crazy-competitive industry that hordes of new agents are flocking to, you won’t make it far. So, how can you start a real estate career with a competitive edge? Arm yourself with our top five survival tips for br… Continue reading →

Digging into listing tech: Here’s what you should know

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It comes as no surprise that buyers want to see photos, detailed property information, virtual tours and more when looking for a house. But agents don’t always deliver. Here are some strategies worth stealing. Continue reading →

Agent/broker perspective: Will serving on a condo board or HOA help my business?

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Each month Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This time: An agent is wondering if joining a condo or homeowners association board will help her in her real estate career. What adv… Continue reading →