Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. In this edition of The Real Word, they’ll discuss how climate change is affecting the housing market, Zillow’s ad campaign, and features you should b… Continue reading
Running into post-closure problems is often burdensome for everyone involved in the transaction. In some cases where it morphs into a lawsuit, it can even be costly. So, how can agents prevent them in the first place, and what can they do to avoid liti… Continue reading
An effective team is comprised of talented individuals who complement each other’s strengths, visions and work ethic. Here are a few strategies for hiring brokerage staff across various departments — plus some positive qualities to look for. Continue reading
Achieving a certain level of success sometimes leads to an overinflated ego. However, more often than not, that sense of self-importance can get in the way of an agent’s performance. Here are a few reasons and situations where ego hinders success. Continue reading
Navigating the many processes and moving parts of this industry can seem overwhelming — especially to newly minted agents. But you can’t be all things to all people. Here are the main things you need to focus on. Continue reading
Helping buyers navigate the homebuilding process can be challenging. There is a whole new process and language to learn. But the upside is so worth it. Here are my top five tips for working with new construction buyers Continue reading
Building long-lasting relationships with clients takes care and consistency. Here are a few of the ways we have nurtured and built loyalty among our clients.
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There are still enough days left in Fair Housing Month to put together a plan for how you are going to educate yourself and your clients. Here’s how one broker-owner is joining the conversation about fair housing — and how you can, too. Continue reading
By optimizing day-to-day operations and eliminating redundancies, brokerage and team leaders can create a more efficient company and increase profits. Here’s how to get started. Continue reading
Getting your name out there consistently (and frequently) is the key to building name recognition and retaining clients. Make sure your past clients don’t forget you and choose to use you again next time they need an agent. Here are a few ways to maint… Continue reading