7 steps for recession-proofing your business

Whether you are a single agent or a broker-owner, your response to the COVID-19 shutdown right now will have ramifications for months and years to come. Here are seven things you need to do right now to take charge of your finances and prepare for what… Continue reading

Is real estate essential to life? Yes, but not right now

Although real estate is an indispensable part of the American economy and people’s lives, are the services provided by agents essential to survival? This might be a matter of want versus need. Continue reading

Agent Icon makes social media imagery a no-brainer

The on-demand marketing content provider debuted at Startup Alley two years ago, and at ICNY20, it revealed its newest feature, a slick, text-based social media content service that delivers, usually in minutes. Continue reading

4 critical actions indie brokers must take now

As the real estate industry finds its footing, what should an independent broker do to ensure minimal business disruption? The answer: Start by focusing on your agents. Continue reading

The Real Word: How fear and uncertainty is changing the mortgage industry

Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. This week, they discuss changes in mortgage guidelines and other ways the real estate market is reacting to uncertainty. Continue reading

How to craft a plan to get you through this uncertainty

Being stuck in quarantine equals more downtime to rewire your business for survival and growth. With the right mindset you can create a plan that allows you to push ahead with confidence. Continue reading

5 steps to securing your real estate future

If you want to be one of the “thriving few” after this pandemic is over, here is a five-step plan you can execute during and after this crisis to set yourself up for success. Continue reading

6 lessons all agents can learn from relocation experts

A typical relocation client relies on “feet on the street” intel from their real estate agent because they’re “out of market.” Given the current global health situation, this description now applies to all. Here are a few relocation best practices to h… Continue reading

How to keep your team’s productivity levels up while working virtually

Working from home is very quickly becoming the norm in today’s world. To make sure you’re keeping productivity levels up for both you and your team, here are a few things you’ll need to double down on when managing a team virtually. Continue reading

Keeping it real: Let’s focus on building community

On this edition of “Keeping It Real,” a recurring podcast series on Inman, Peter Lorimer talks about the importance of being a good citizen in tough times. Continue reading