My top Back to Basics tip? Answer the damn phone

There’s tons of training that addresses diligent follow-up and frequent outreach. What’s far more critical in building your business than a speedy reply or dropping someone into a system that will pound out messages to a contact database? Answering the… Continue reading

Pulse: Readers share how they’re staying organized this year

There’s no better time than spring to tend to the messy parts of your business and shake off the dust. This week, our readers share how they keep their work organized and decluttered. Continue reading

Buyer’s remorse is real! 3 tips for avoiding canceled contracts

With home prices across the nation rising sky-high, more buyers are wondering if paying so much is the right thing to do. “Morning after” jitters are causing many to reconsider their purchase. Here’s how to combat getting that post-contract cancelation… Continue reading

12 videos every agent should make

If you’d prefer to attract business instead of chasing it, add one of these 12 videos every agent should be making to your list of daily activities, and watch your business explode this year. Continue reading

The Real Word: Is New York City making a comeback?

Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. In this edition of The Real Word, they’ll discuss the demand for office space, the end to the NYC exodus and The Smith Group’s new listing video. Continue reading

4 reasons agents on teams fail

Team leaders invest an immense amount of time, energy and resources into their team members, and inevitably, some will fail. Here’s how to recognize why some teammates fail and address the issues head-on. Continue reading

3 signs it’s time for your team to move on to another brokerage

Is your brokerage there to support your goals, growth and success in real estate? If not, then perhaps it’s time to move on and look for a different place to house your team. Here are a few signs to look for when making that decision. Continue reading

Having a tough time? 5 tips for conditioning yourself to push through

Building a real estate business is tough. As you start to gain traction and new levels of success, your problems just intensify. Here are my top five tips for pushing through when times get tough. Continue reading

Believe in yourself! 7 practical ways agents can build confidence

Confidence is an important aspect of becoming a successful real estate agent. Luckily, it’s a skill that can be learned and sharpened. Here are a few powerful (and effective) ways agents can boost their self-confidence. Continue reading

Dive into every Back to Basics story from this month

This month, we’re focused on taking it Back to Basics. Here are the top stories we’ve published thus far. All told, it’s a recipe to make more money. Continue reading