The 'my' agent: How this approach can hamper a transaction
Opinion
Work in real estate sales long enough, and you'll cross paths with a host of different personalities, both good and bad. But there's one type of agent this broker-owner struggles with — those who let transactions revolve entirely around them
by Teresa Boardman Mar 11
7 tips for building a global business from your couch
You don't have to spend the year traipsing around the globe or networking in person to cultivate a robust database of luxury clients. Here are a few ways to create and grow your global business from the comfort of your home
by Tamara Bakir Feb 19
How to create top-of-mind awareness with e-newsletters
It’s one of the biggest ways people are staying in touch during COVID-enforced shutdowns, but how can you make sure your email blasts are gaining traction?
by Christy Murdock Feb 6
'You list, you last — you don't, you won't': Why clients should sell now
Strengthen relationships and new listings will follow, speakers said on Wednesday at an Inman Connect session titled 'New Take on Real Estate Relationships'
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 27
3 ways team leaders can help agents stay connected this winter
Work from home is here to say for the foreseeable future, and as a team leader, it’s up to you to remove any communication barriers and encourage your team to find the momentum to move forward. Here are a few tips
by Mauricio Umansky Jan 4
So you want to be a high achiever? Adopt these 5 key habits
Being a top-notch agent is more than just about helping people buy and sell homes. It’s about honing the right mix of professional skills — and developing a mindset primed for success. Here’s how you can put in the work
by Faisal Susiwala Dec 29
Agent/broker perspective: How should agents handle inexperienced deal partners?
An agent is tired of working with other inexperienced agents who lack basic professionalism. What should her broker say?
by Anthony Askowitz Dec 22
Perfect the handwritten note! 5 examples you’ll want to steal
Correspondence is an art, not a science, but these tips will help make your client thank-you notes (and videos) easier to create
by Christy Murdock Nov 29
11 common bluffs agents use with buyers, sellers and each other
This industry is always moving fast. As a result, agents have become experts at crafting responses that can buy them time, leave the door open or get them to a desired outcome. Here are a few
by Cara Ameer Nov 10
3 building blocks for business resilience today
Instead of focusing on building, a lot of agents and teams have shifted gears. Now, they're rebuilding, adapting and tweaking their processes instead. Here are a few things to remember when crafting a strategy for moving forward
by Kathleen Black Oct 8
Working with skittish sellers? 7 ways to ease their worries
In today's confusing world, agents need to do everything they can to ensure a smooth transaction. These tips can help your sellers feel heard, comforted and in control of the process
by Grattan Donahoe Oct 3
Overwhelmed with multiple offers? Here's how to handle them better
In our current market, listing agents are finding their clients being met with multiple offers on their home. To ensure both sides leave the transaction happy, here are a few tips for effectively handling multiple-buyer situations
by Clarence Webb Sep 20
Are you a secret agent? Here's how to tell
As an agent, you might be making it difficult or inefficient for potential clients to find and reach out to you. Here's how to ensure people can find you online
by Jay Thompson Sep 16
Agent/broker perspective: Are virtual presentations here to stay?
With buyers and sellers concerned about the risks of in-person meetings, virtual presentations are now the norm. But what can brokers tell agents who aren't convinced virtual communication is here to stay?
by Anthony Askowitz Sep 15
7 buyer's agent behaviors that need to stop
Opinion
It’s an aggressive seller’s market out there. As a buyer’s agent, what are you doing to get your offer accepted? If it’s any of these behaviors, now’s the time to stop
by Michelle Shelton Sep 14