When your toughest competitor is the other agent

Sometimes, the agent on the other side of the table can’t get out of their own way. The next time you experience a hot-headed real estate agent on the other side of the deal, try these tips from Amie Quirarte to cool it down.  Continue reading

Should you buy down your mortgage? The Real Word

This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White are talking about buying down mortgages, investing in your real estate business and keeping up with current events on The Real Word. Continue reading

Courses designed to ‘raise the bar’ don’t go far enough

It is the little things that happen every day that cause distrust and the accusation that Realtors are not professional enough. Teresa Boardman designs her dream course for raising the bar. Continue reading

Why ‘dog days’ are great for business

The challenge of differentiation and capturing a buyer’s attention is monumental, for even the most skilled agents. In this agent’s case, “man’s best friend” is also an agent’s best friend. Continue reading

7 power moves top agents are making right now

Is your desire to grow your business this year? What are you doing right now that your competition isn’t? According to Jimmy Burgess, by focusing on optimizing the efficiencies in your business and serving others with the highest level of service possi… Continue reading

Corcoran Icon Properties brings on Real Estate People team, new office

The 40-person team, formerly of Coldwell Banker, has also brought on its Northern California office located in the Berryessa neighborhood of San Jose to Corcoran Icon Properties. Continue reading

What’s the biggest rookie mistake agents make? The pros sound off

By avoiding common rookie mistakes, new real estate agents can set themselves up for success and establish a positive reputation in the industry.  Continue reading

How the 5 love languages can transform your work life

Because many teams work closely together, it’s smart to take time to discuss love languages as a team. Help individuals identify their specific love language, and then work to develop an office culture that helps effectively nurture each other and buil… Continue reading

The Prince Team reins supreme in move from Compass to Corcoran

Dockery and the Prince Team have netted $500 million in sales volume across 800 transactions and will now be affiliated with Corcoran’s SoHo office, the brokerage told Inman exclusively. Continue reading

Is 2023 the right time to join a team? 7 reasons to make a move

Joining a high-performing team has become a popular option for agents at all levels, Adam Hergenrother writes. Here are seven reasons you should consider making the move to a real estate team in 2023. Continue reading