Why Instagram Stories matter more in a joy-starved market

Consumers are stressed, and attention is getting harder to earn. From shareable Instagram Stories to Google’s listing tests, it’s trust, not urgency, that is driving visibility now. Continue reading

Why my early social media posts flopped — and what finally worked

Layer in two or three of these elements, and your content will land harder, get shared more and start actual client conversations, Josh Ries writes. Continue reading

How a top DC agent went from college dropout to luxury mogul

Extra hours, social media and a team with the highest standards of service helped The Heider Company become one of the top-earning teams at Sotheby’s International Realty. Continue reading

Head of Instagram: You’re missing reach if you don’t do these 5 things

Instagram rewards the people who adapt, experiment and show up consistently, Jimmy Burgess writes. Use it to create momentum in 2026. Continue reading

Why your brand needs a ‘vibe’ (not red and green) this holiday season

Holiday marketing is shifting from years past as brands respond to tighter budgets, Gen Z influence rises and culture is shaped by hyper-specific aesthetics. From Uber’s grounded storytelling to Heinz’s nostalgia play and Meta’s AI tools, this season s… Continue reading

Everything you need to know about social media in under 1,100 words

Social media allows great real estate agents to stay visible, connected and valuable to the people and communities they serve, Jimmy Burgess writes. Continue reading

AI slop is flooding social feeds and reshaping real estate marketing

AI-generated content is rapidly reshaping the digital landscape, creating a noisier, less reliable environment for clients. As synthetic video fills social feeds, agents will need stronger authenticity, clearer messaging and real expertise to stand out. Continue reading

41 years, 8 lessons, 1 truth about real estate that never changes

If you want to build a life and career worth smiling about, coach Darryl Davis writes, don’t just chase the newest app or lead system. Go back to the fundamentals. Continue reading