‘It’s a two-way conversation:’ 8 tips for social media naysayers

If you question what value social media really adds to your business, don’t. Point blank, it gives real estate agents way more reach than they could get offline. It’s not for everyone, but here are some tips to make getting started easier. Continue reading

The Real Word: Does this new Connecticut law jeopardize teams?

In this edition of The Real Word, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss a new law put into place that affects Connecticut real estate teams, how telling a couple to get counseling led to more deals for one agent, and Brad Inman’s big announcement.
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7 truths new agents need to know about short sales

Short sales can help homeowners in need get out of a financial obligation they can no longer afford ethically — but only if agents handle it right. Here are a few things agents need to consider before handling a short sale. Continue reading

SEO made simple: 2 main things agents should focus on

Optimizing your website for SEO can be a daunting task for a lot of agents — but it’s key to driving potential leads to your business. Here are two simple ways you can improve your site’s visibility. Continue reading

New agents: How you handle rejection can make or break you

People have all sorts of reasons for choosing another agent, and rejection is just part of the job. New agents need to understand and learn how to move past this fast. Here’s why. Continue reading

5 nifty (and thrifty) social media marketing ideas

If you know where to look, you’ll find that the digital space is chock-full of free resources and tools you can use to up your social media marketing game. Here are a few. Continue reading

3 ways agents can help today’s savvy, educated buyers and sellers

Online resources can give buyers and sellers an advantage when it comes to accessing information on the market and current listings. However, nothing can replace the expertise and knowledge of an experienced agent. Here’s why. Continue reading

3 looming shifts that could change real estate

Increased regulatory enforcement and the ending of IC status are just a few of the possible changes that could greatly impact the way we do business. Here’s what agents should prepare for. Continue reading

Real estate agents who pay NCAA athletes will win. Here’s why.

Thanks to new rules, NCAA athletes can now use their name, image and likeness to promote your business. Smart agents should seize this opportunity. Here’s why. Continue reading