Opinion
There’s one thing we’ve learned over the past few years since the rise of COVID: The future is never crystal clear
Choosing the right brokerage to help your team as it grows is a critical point in any business and is instrumental in helping you to scale
It's important to connect with a new team from the get-go for better outcomes down the road
As we've witnessed before, markets can change on a dime. Are you ready for when that happens next? Here's how you can prepare your team — and yourself — for a shift, and how to keep your business nimble
A period of growth is exciting, but proceed with caution until you have a fully developed business plan. The Agency's Mauricio Umansky outlines his advice for building a team that will find continued success in 2022
Whether you're meeting with clients or just striking up a conversation with a new contact, first impressions matter. Here are the most valuable tips you'll need to tap into the best version of yourself — and build strong, lasting relationships
An independent brokerage looking to expand needs to consider quality over quantity — quality in character, culture and reputation. Here are a few ways to maintain your brokerage’s core mission while taking your business to new heights
In luxury real estate, staying ahead of competition calls for detailed market knowledge. You need to have a good grasp on everything that's going on, including what buyers are searching for and what trends are cropping up on the horizon. Here are a few to know
Agents need to embrace personal branding and control their online presence now more than ever
If you want to level up in 2022, first, slow down. Think carefully about the past year — what worked, what didn't, what could've used a little improvement — and then start carving your path to growth one step at a time
Opinion
Having space and wellness areas, home entertainment capabilities and interconnectivity are the most fashionable luxuries
Are you familiar with CRM software and lead generation tools? What about AI? If you aren't familiarizing yourself with the latest and greatest in tech, you're missing out on an opportunity to kick your business up a notch (or two)
Find out what’s hot in luxury homes from Mauricio Umansky, founder and CEO of The Agency in Los Angeles
After learning all the technical skills needed for the job, leadership and hard work are essential to success in this industry. These tips will help new (and seasoned) agents become natural leaders
Making connections is a crucial part of being a real estate agent. But if you're new to the scene, with no contacts at all, where do you even start? Here are a few tips for finding those potential clients
Expanding into new markets through franchise partners is an exciting opportunity for any business — but it also takes a lot of planning. Here are a few things to consider
It's not easy navigating a market with anemic inventory levels, which is why real estate pros should do what they can to help clients throughout the process. Here are a few key things agents need to do
Planning to grow? Perfecting your product, staying flexible and hiring the right people are all things you need to consider when taking your company to the next level
As agents and staff plan to return to the office, having an action plan that prioritizes safety and wellness is extremely important. Here are a few ways you can create a tailored strategy, while keeping health and wellness top-of-mind
New agents are constantly asking Mauricio Umansky, founder and CEO of The Agency, what he did in his first year as an agent to lay the foundation for his career. Here, he shares the daily habits that helped set him up for success
