Had a dust-up? How to work your way through conflict effectively

Understanding the basics of communication styles might mitigate conflicts, but it won’t eliminate them. When faced with a colleague or client conflict, here’s how to keep the conversation professional, productive and constructive — and move it forward…. Continue reading

Want neighborhood expert status? 9 shortcuts to learning your market

To become the local expert, you have to earn it by building your market knowledge and reputation. Here are Jay Thompson’s top tips for getting there faster and staying ahead of market shifts — and your clients. Continue reading

Pulse: What new marketing strategy are you trying in 2022?

Making changes and fine-tuning your marketing plan for next year? We want to know what you’re introducing to your repertoire and how those strategies will help you stand out in 2022. Continue reading

Compass scores high-performing Miami team from BHHS

The Nancy Batchelor Team at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is one of the top-performing medium-sized teams in Florida. It includes Batchelor herself and nine other agents. Continue reading

Pulse: Readers share the worst marketing advice they’ve ever received

Offer steak knives to entice buyers, don’t door-knock, and forget about the internet when promoting your business — this week, our readers share some of the worst marketing tips and advice they’ve ever received throughout their careers. Continue reading

3 assets high-net-worth buyers are looking for in (all) their properties

These three facets of home design are critical to high-net-worth buyers now, and they will be into the future, says founder and CEO of The Agency Mauricio Umansky. Continue reading

Need a break? 3 systems that’ll automate your business growth

The ability to leverage systems to scale growth is what elevates top producers from every other agent. Follow these tips to automate your business, fuel your growth and avoid burning out.  Continue reading

The Real Word: How flippers are combating low inventory

In this edition of The Real Word, Bryon Lazine and Nicole White discuss flipping in a low-inventory market, how nearly half of renters think they’ll never be able to afford a home, and real estate agents on TikTok. Continue reading

What real estate agents need to know about stair lifts 

If your buyers have mobility issues, or even reservations about having stairs, here’s what you need to know to suggest stair lifts as an alternative means of traveling safely between levels. Continue reading

What real estate agents need to know about stair lifts 

If your buyers have mobility issues, or even reservations about having stairs, here’s what you need to know to suggest stair lifts as an alternative means of traveling safely between levels. Continue reading