Homesnap launches new advertising and lead gen service, Concierge
Homesnap launches new advertising and lead gen service, Concierge
The real estate technology solutions company will release on Friday a new advertising service for agents called Homesnap Pro+ Concierge
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 11
Want to grow your team? Shrink it first
Want to grow your team? Shrink it first
Letting a team member go is one of the hardest decisions a leader has to make, but it's also a critical step for your business. Consider these 3 mind blocks that may be stopping you from making the right call
by Andi Cummings Jun 11
'Team structures are winning' and other pandemic-era observations
Opinion
'Team structures are winning' and other pandemic-era observations
When a crisis ends, you remember two kinds of people: the ones who stepped up, and the ones who disappeared
by Kris Lindahl Jun 11
What team leaders can do to promote wellness and self-care
What team leaders can do to promote wellness and self-care
Many real estate agents have been working harder than ever through this challenging time, so here are some ways leaders can take care of their agents
by Mauricio Umansky Jun 11
How to make your business more efficient with a CRM
How to make your business more efficient with a CRM
Use this time to do the foundational administrative work that agents can never get around to — like implementing a customer relationship management system
by Kathleen Black Jun 11
How to find business when it's not coming to you
How to find business when it's not coming to you
Now is the time to take charge and remind yourself that there are still opportunities in today's world. Be proactive, resilient and willing to seek out opportunities even when they're not exactly knocking on your door. Here's how
by Ron Wynn Jun 11
This is the civil rights fight of this generation — speak up
Opinion
This is the civil rights fight of this generation — speak up
The real estate industry has regrettably played a role in the systemic repression of minorities, and for too long, homeownership has been denied to Black Americans. Now's not the time to be neutral about racial injustice
by John Graff Jun 11
Dear Marketing Mastermind: Should I talk to my sphere about difficult topics?
Dear Marketing Mastermind: Should I talk to my sphere about difficult topics?
Automated marketing won’t be enough to preserve your reputation as social change and messaging comes to the forefront — so it’s time to get clear on your values and be authentic
by Christy Murdock Jun 11
NAGLREP leaders resign en masse amid governance controversy
NAGLREP leaders resign en masse amid governance controversy
Both the board of directors and dozens of chapter presidents said Wednesday they had no choice but to walk away from the National Association of Gay and Lesbian Real Estate Professionals. 'It looks like everybody gave up hope today,' one leader told Inman
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 10
Don't let uninvited guests derail a productive Zoom meeting! Ramp up security
Don't let uninvited guests derail a productive Zoom meeting! Ramp up security
Zoom allows real estate professionals to maintain much of their business efforts, from farming to showings and closings, which is why, despite security concerns, Zoom still reigns supreme as videoconferencing tool of choice. Here are a few extras to consider for secure meetings
by Aaron Stelle Jun 10
Helping buyers? Learn about down payment assistance
Helping buyers? Learn about down payment assistance
Lack of a down payment is the main obstacle stopping first-time buyers from purchasing a home. As an agent, here's how you can put down payment assistance programs to work in your business — and help buyers fulfill their dream of becoming homeowners
by Bernice Ross Jun 10
Pulse: Have your leaders stepped up in the past few months?
Pulse: Have your leaders stepped up in the past few months?
This week, we're asking you: How did your leaders provide comfort, direction, support and even inspiration during this time of uncertainty and hardship?
by Inman Jun 10
How my agent has been invaluable during this pandemic
Opinion
How my agent has been invaluable during this pandemic
Don’t underestimate how difficult this time can be for your buyer or seller. Know your market, understand its nuances and be able to explain your contracts and addenda in plain English
by Jay Thompson Jun 10