Opendoor’s mortgage attach rate jumps, but at what cost? Mike DelPrete

For any company attempting to generate profits from adjacent services, and there are a lot, mortgage remains hard. It is no panacea for profitability. Continue reading

Zero contacts? 6 ways to get clients as a newbie

Making connections is a crucial part of being a real estate agent. But if you’re new to the scene, with no contacts at all, where do you even start? Here are a few tips for finding those potential clients. Continue reading

Defend your commission: 5 reasons you’re worth it

To handle the commission objection with utmost confidence, you have to first know your value. These five reasons that illustrate why you’re worth every penny are truly just the tip of the iceberg. Continue reading

9 financial tips for new (and not-so-new) agents 

Here are some financial tips and techniques that can help you earn more, save more and prepare for eventual retirement. Continue reading

‘You’ll be on call 24/7’: 14 realities your recruiting broker probably didn’t tell you

Recruiters understand that your chances of surviving your first year in the business are low, and they’ll say almost anything to get you onboard. Here is a list of truths they won’t prepare you for. Continue reading

Forget ‘fake it till you make it’: How to truly build confidence

Faking confidence can lead to failure fast, so ignore that cliched advice, and follow these tips on how to build genuine confidence as a new agent.
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Agent/broker perspective: Short-term rental services — friend or foe?

Each month Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This time: An agent wants to know if the short-term rental trend is worth her time, energy and focus. What advice should her broker g… Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Overcome any objections with exemplary performance

Find out how Florida real estate agent Jonathan Spears surpassed $1 billion in career sales before the age of 30. Continue reading

3 essential summer must-dos for new luxury agents

With a sizzling-hot summer ahead, these tried-and-true strategies will help new luxury agents prepare for a successful selling season. Continue reading