4 ways to stage a home that won’t fail to impress 

You never get a second chance to make a first impression. New agents should master these simple, tried-and-true staging techniques to ensure that every listing looks and feels its best. Continue reading

6 client types every new agent should mentally prepare for

As a new agent, you’ll likely meet all sorts of different clients and personalities. Knowing how to approach each personality type will help you better communicate and navigate obstacles. Continue reading

Is this the right fit? Here’s how to bet on the right brokerage

As a new agent, choosing a brokerage is a vital and nerve-wracking decision. To help ensure a good fit, print out these questions, and make sure to ask them during your interview. Continue reading

Why we shouldn’t take July 4 for granted ever again

This year, as you gather for July Fourth or prepare for long-delayed vacations, take a moment to revel in the feeling of freedom we can all enjoy this summer. Continue reading

The Real Word: Should MLSs ditch ‘Coming Soon’ status?

In this edition of The Real Word, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the largest MLS in Ohio ditching “Coming Soon” status, the most affordable beach towns in the U.S. and Ray Ellen’s Instagram Reel.
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Get after it: 10 action steps every new agent should take

Whether you have a solid plan or are starting from scratch, these business-generating to-dos will help you hit the ground running, keep you focused and enable you to gain traction faster. Continue reading

Avoid canceled contracts: 3 tips for setting buyers up right

After fending off double-digit multiple offers, engaging in bidding wars and paying well over asking price, the last thing you want is that dreaded post-contract cancelation call from your buyers. Here’s how to avoid it. Continue reading

How to lead meetings that aren’t a waste of time

Effective meeting leadership means having a purpose, sticking to your agenda, being courteous of everyone’s time and assigning clear accountability for action items. Here’s how to facilitate great meetings. Continue reading

What I wish I’d known before starting real estate

Working on a commission-only basis isn’t without risk. The biggest part of the job is looking for work each day. Here are the lessons this broker wishes she’d known before she jumped into the industry. Continue reading

How this multifamily investor keeps his team on the same page

There are two keys to effective decision-making — assembling the right team and establishing a vision for that team. Here’s how one investment firm works aligns everyone with company goals. Continue reading