The one thing brokerages don’t look for when choosing a tech vendor

When brokerages are going through the software evaluation process, there is usually a bit of tunnel vision around price tag: How much does the program cost to license, and what’s the annual charge to renew? What’s often missing is an evaluation of the … Continue reading

Which real estate app just surpassed all others?

When it comes time to update apps on your smartphone, you probably don’t think twice about it. Most updates aren’t flashy — they tend to be for minor, unnoticeable enhancements. The all-new Homesnap Pro, however, isn’t your average app update. Continue reading

When is selling a furnished home in your clients’ best interest?

There’s an undeniable appeal to walking into a home that is staged and styled to a high standard — especially when that home is on the market. For many buyers, the perfect home can be augmented by beautiful furnishings. And for sellers, having a fully … Continue reading

What’s the best digital marketing strategy for you?

In a recent interview, Agent Image Co-founder and Managing Partner Jon Krabbe shared his insights on how agents today can build their digital presence. We also spoke about the critical value of a personal brand, and how best to communicate it online. Continue reading

How do you build a culture-driven office — and why does it matter?

Good recruiters and franchise owners know that recruiting real estate professionals is not a one-size-fits-all game. Agents choose their home offices based on a number of factors that mean the most to them. The trick is figuring out what the combinatio… Continue reading

We asked, they answered. Here are the 5 things top agents want from technology in 2020

As we head into a new decade, it’s important to acknowledge the massive real estate industry shifts that are taking place. Most notably, power is shifting from large brokerages to top producing agents and teams, and this is creating a great divide, wit… Continue reading

The tech tools agents should have on hand to succeed

Luxury real estate buyers expect best-in-class technology in their homes. But do they expect it from the agents and firms they work with? The short answer is: yes. Agents are under pressure to maintain a nuanced understanding of their needs and prefere… Continue reading

3 ways to unlock brokerage profitability: What to know

Profitability. Brokers can’t seem to escape it, and considering the level of competition in the industry — maybe that’s for good reason. It’s also what Lone Wolf’s new addition to its broker suite, Insights, aims to conquer. So what is Insights and how… Continue reading

5 lessons real estate agents can learn from luxury hotels

Stand in the foyer of any luxury hotel, and you’ll feel it: the assurance that while you may not be at home, you’ve certainly arrived. The best hotels are a place to rest and to indulge, to be surprised and delighted. Continue reading

Think Like a CEO S2E4 – Owning Results

When you own the results of your business you not only own the profits that you make, but you own the profits that you share with others through philanthropy. Learn how to harness your finances by working backward with the profit principle. Continue reading