‘Ralph Lauren Christmas’ is going viral. Here’s how real estate agents can nail it

Ralph Lauren Christmas has taken over TikTok, with the brand’s former designers explaining how to recreate the magic of its retail decor. Here’s how real estate agents can use it in their next listing. Continue reading

How agents can make the most of the Zillow-Matterport breakup

Troy Palmquist looks at Matterport alternatives and reassures agents that the loss of the floorplan platform on Zillow doesn’t have to upend their marketing plan. Continue reading

6 fall content ideas to boost engagement this season

Fresh, seasonal inspiration to connect with buyers and sellers and keep your pipeline full. Continue reading

15 tips, tricks and tools to add to your DIY home staging kit

A combination of upskilling and these 15 items and strategies helps ensure that your home staging gets your listings sold, Annette DeCicco writes. Continue reading

Enduring elegance: Leadership lessons from Giorgio Armani

The designer showed us that greatness isn’t loud, rushed or accidental, Darryl Davis writes. It’s carefully crafted, relentlessly consistent and fueled by deep love of the work. Continue reading

5 creative strategies to overcome seller staging objections

Bernice Ross shares strategies for showing sellers that real estate staging can add value and save time between listing and going under contract. Continue reading

Zillow ditches outdated decor with Showcase virtual staging

Homebuyers browsing Zillow Showcase listings can now virtually stage homes, removing and rearranging decor and trying out several preset design styles. The feature is powered by Virtual Staging AI, a company Zillow acquired in 2024. Continue reading

Your real estate listing isn’t selling? Consider these 5 factors

If your listing has been sitting on the market for too long, trainer Bernice Ross shares five elements of a successful strategy to get it sold. Continue reading

3 clichés top listing agents don’t buy into during a market downtick

Think smart, writes coach Annette DeCicco, and list like a pro. Hit all three of these smart consultation tips on pricing, condition and negotiation to win listings that sell at consistently high premiums. Continue reading

7 tips for building a side hustle that supports your real estate business

When done right, a side gig can strengthen your career with new income streams, increased visibility and connections that compound over time, broker Cassie Walker Johnson writes. Continue reading