Smart Home Tech: What are the best smart thermostat options?

Smart thermostats are a great choice for many homeowners. They allow you to adjust and set your home’s temperature right from your phone — and save you money in the long run, too. Here are a few options. Continue reading

Want to be better at prospecting? 10 traits and strategies to adopt

As real estate agents, we are sales professionals. We find customers, we talk to customers, we serve customers. If we are trying to skip any of those steps, we are not doing our jobs. Here are the attitudes and behaviors of the best sales professionals. Continue reading

Spread too thin? 3 ways team leaders can balance their workload

Although there are times when leaders have to double down and work long hours, that doesn’t have to be the norm. Here are a few things you can do to make sure you are not spreading yourself too thin as a leader. Continue reading

Make the most of your time! 5 secrets of the uber-productive

What are the habits of highly productive real estate professionals — those who always outperform everyone else? Here are a few basic hacks the uber-productive understand and use in their day-to-day life. Continue reading

‘Should I pay down a collection?’ How to answer clients

Consumers who’ve had a collection hit their credit report might be wondering if they should pay it off or hold off. Micah Curtis shares the right move to make — and the answer is not what you might think. Continue reading

How long will the housing shortage last? Years — here’s why

Thinking optimistically and knowing a little about U.S. homebuilders and American ingenuity, builders might create an average of 2 million homes annually and achieve a supply-demand balance in about six years. Continue reading

3 ways to boost buyers’ confidence in a hot seller’s market

Although guiding homebuyers through a competitive market is a challenge, it’s important to encourage them to be patient and trust the process. Here are a few ways to prepare your clients and help them stay ahead of the game. Continue reading

Think before you post! The line between funny and unprofessional isn’t so fine

The real estate business is insane right now. You’ve got frustrated buyers. You’re (rightfully) frustrated — and humor is a great escape. However, it’s also rife with danger. Here’s why you should think before you post. Continue reading

7 crazy critter encounters in real estate — and what to do about them

Stumbling across snakes, raccoons, coyotes and other wild animals during a showing isn’t ideal — and oftentimes, it can even ruin a deal. Here are some steps to take (and the appropriate disclosures to make) when it comes to unwanted critters. Continue reading

7 things new agents should do every day for a year

New agents are constantly asking Mauricio Umansky, founder and CEO of The Agency, what he did in his first year as an agent to lay the foundation for his career. Here, he shares the daily habits that helped set him up for success. Continue reading