To earn a FSBO home listing, don't just ask for their business
In a recent webinar, Charles Curry of Authorify offered tips for agents angling for those enticing but tricky 'for sale by owner' listings
by Daniel Houston Jan 3
'For sale by owner' homes hit 40-year low. Is it even worth the effort?
Most homeowners who forego an agent are selling to someone they know, leaving a small group that fends for themselves on the open market, several new reports reveal
by Daniel Houston Dec 28
Attending a FSBO open house? Here's how to walk away with a win
Opinion
When handled correctly, attending an open house hosted by the seller of a For Sale By Owner listing can translate into solid lead. Here's what you should — and should not — say to win them over
by Darryl Davis Dec 7
Want to rake in listings? FSBOs hold the key
With inventory starvation, agents need to explore all possibilities to gain more listings — and FSBOs are ripe for the picking. Here is a novel way to get in front of potential (and actual) FSBOs
by Jay Thompson Jun 2
Listing Lessons: How I got a developer $50K more
In this listing story, Anthony West shares how confidence and a strong understanding of the market’s inventory are key to your success as a real estate professional
by Anthony West Jun 1
Overlooked inventory: 6 ways to find that diamond in the rough
Inventory can be found anywhere — real estate agents just have to get creative and put a little legwork into unearthing it
by Lillian Dickerson May 27
How to steer your brokerage through extreme markets
Operating a brokerage during extreme market fluctuations? You'll need to develop a strategy — and that starts with supporting your agents, providing superior service and learning how to be flexible through it all
6 ways agents can disrupt the disruptors today
Embracing change, technology and the evolution of our industry is the key to succeeding and remaining relevant as an agent. Do this consistently, and you will emerge as a leader in your marketplace
by Faisal Susiwala Mar 8
7 reasons for-sale-by-owners fail
Opinion
Less than 10 percent of for sale by owner sellers actually succeed, but what is it, actually, that prevents FSBO sellers from being able to close their property sale?
by Bill Gassett Jan 16
7 common FSBO objections and how to overcome them
Opinion
Here's how you can successfully convert a FSBO into a client
by Missy Yost Oct 21
Searching for a mentor? Look for these 11 qualities
Opinion
The best mentors are progressive with their thinking, utilize technology in their daily business and set aside time to answer questions
by Missy Yost Sep 27
How to suss out the 'looky-loos' from actual prospects
Opinion
The ultimate guide to spotting the nosy neighbors, the voyeurs and the users
by Cara Ameer Sep 18
6 things you need to understand about FSBOs to win them over
Opinion
If you work with FSBOs in the right way, you can provide yourself with another revenue stream and maybe even an excellent source for referrals
by John Giffen Sep 8
No agent, no problem? Redefy launches DIY flat-fee listing platform
For $379, sellers can get listings with 10 photos in the MLS, Zillow and realtor.com as well as a yard sign, contracts, addendums and disclosures — all without an agent
by Patrick Kearns Jun 17