QUIZ: Will you make it in real estate? 10 questions that predict new agent success

Are you new to the real estate business and would like to know your odds of succeeding? (Or maybe you’re just asking for a friend?) Answer yes or no to these 10 questions, and see how you score on the “most likely to succeed” scale. Continue reading

Pulse: Readers share advice for newbies in a shifting market

From pushing forward with your marketing and really knowing your market to offering top-notch customer service at all times, here’s the advice you’d give agents entering a shifting market. Continue reading

How telling a couple to get counseling led to 4 more deals

We often talk about how building relationships is a must-have skill for new agents, but being able to navigate relationships (sometimes other people’s relationships) and any conflicts that arise is even more crucial. Continue reading

8 new agent mistakes to avoid from the get-go

So you’ve got your real estate license in hand — now what? Of course, finding a place to work and securing those first clients may seem like they should top your list, but there are a few other details newbies shouldn’t neglect. Continue reading

How to couch armchair expert advice

Knowing how to combat misguided viewpoints with vetted knowledge and confidence is vital. Here are eight scenarios you are likely to encounter and how to contend with them. Continue reading

The Real Word: Will Biden’s executive order really upend real estate?

In this edition of The Real Word, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss Biden’s executive order, why singles are moving and Opendoor’s new referral rewards program.
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How to update your office to meet agent needs post-pandemic

As brokerages begin to transition to an in-office working environment, it’s important to create a holistic space that supports agents and helps them to thrive. Here are four way to do just that. 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

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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