Dryers and dryer vents: What agents should know
One of the most common household appliances, the clothes dryer, can also be one of the most problematic for homebuyers. That's why it's important for agents to be fluent in the pros and cons of common household appliances when discussing housing options with clients
by Gerard Splendore Apr 5
Time-blocking 101: A simple guide for new agents
For new agents, time-blocking helps provide a clear understanding of how you are currently spending your days and allows you to maximize every hour. Here's how to get started
by Santiago Arana Apr 5
Focus! 4 simple tips for kicking distractions to the curb
By being too busy and constantly inundated with phone calls, notifications and emails, we have evolved into a culture that covets the grind. It really does not have to be this way. If you follow these tips and prioritize the task at hand, your focus will lead to success
WATCH: Back to Basics 101 — Know your data
Realogy national trainer Jay Luebke shares why it’s absolutely critical for agents to know their numbers
by Inman Apr 5
20 tools to help you create killer video content
As any agent will tell you, video creation should have a special place in your marketing plan. Although it might seem intimidating at first, you'll quickly learn there are easy and cheap ways to level up your video game. Here are all the tools you'll need — from basic to pro
by Jimmy Burgess Apr 4
Want more sales? 10 lessons in the art of persuasion
There's no doubt that the art of persuasion has a critical place in real estate sales. Here's what agents can learn from bestselling author Daniel Pink's MasterClass on sales and persuasion
by Amie Quirarte Apr 3
How one agent uses TikTok to wrangle some of his youngest clients
A year after launching his TikTok account, GZB Realty broker and managing director Alexander Zakharin now generates 80% of his business using the youth-oriented app
The Real Word: When will the market cool down?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss when the market is expected to cool down, a neighbor’s listing that revealed a roaming cat and how landlords are dealing with the eviction ban
by Byron Lazine Apr 2
How to create a timeless business plan
Whether you're a newly minted agent or an experienced pro, business planning can be a challenging task. But there's a simple-to-follow approach that'll help you create a timeless plan for your business — and it starts by answering these key questions
by Bernice Ross Apr 2
Are you prepared for a future crisis? 4 ways to protect yourself
When the economy is strong and confidence is high, people become idle and get too comfortable. When a crisis hits, they leap into panic mode. That's why, to prepare for any future uncertainty, team leaders have to take these important steps now
by Kathleen Black Apr 1
New to real estate? How to guide clients through homebuying
As a real estate pro, it's your job to help clients pinpoint what they want and then help them find it. If you're a newly minted agent, here's what you should be doing throughout your clients' homebuying journey
by Stanley Imoisili Apr 1
What to look for in a closing disclosure form
How long has it been since you updated your closing disclosure form? Here is a page-by-page breakdown of what you should review, verify, understand and inform clients about
by Marvin Stone Apr 1
A stinky business: Getting rid of pet odors
Pet odors can be extremely off-putting to some buyers and require a little extra elbow grease to get rid of. Here are a few tricks to get that stinky smell out of your new listings
18 critical move-out tasks that should be on every seller's checklist
In the mad dash that's buying a home these days, important details can slip through the cracks. That's why listing agents need to help sellers transition out of their homes in an organized fashion — without leaving out any critical information buyers might need
by Cara Ameer Apr 1
10 team-building basics every team leader should know
Opinion
No one said building a business was easy. But if you tap into these 10 team-building basics, you'll be on your way toward sustainable and scalable growth in no time