The real estate business etiquette rules Miss Manners never covered
Opinion
With so many platforms and processes, you need to keep up with the rules — both old and new. Here you’ll find ways to put your best foot forward in-person and online
by Christy Murdock Apr 12
Lone ranger vs. social butterfly: How to strike the balance at work
Opinion
Encouraging introverted agents often comes down to some creative gear-switching. In this Agent/Broker Perspective, Miami broker Anthony Askowitz offers a hypothetical scenario and a practical resolution
by Anthony Askowitz Apr 12
How to help homesellers understand fair housing
Opinion
Most homeowners want to do the right thing, but they don’t always understand how they can unintentionally discriminate against a qualified buyer. Transparency and communication are the keys to ensuring optimal outcomes for everyone
by Teresa Boardman Apr 11
Don't sleep on the threat of real estate wire fraud
Opinion
A 2021 survey showed that 1 in 3 real estate transactions were targeted by cyber criminals. Real estate agents can no longer afford to ignore the threat or meet it with a one-line warning at the bottom of their email signature
by Rich Hopen Apr 11
5 tax-planning moves for money-savvy real estate agents
Opinion
Agents who had a blockbuster year in real estate need to ensure that there's a financial plan in place. Here are some key tax planning strategies to consider
by Jordan Curnutt Apr 11
Lesson Learned: Put everything in writing
This week: Find out how NYC agent and former chef Andrew J. Feldman learned that no matter what you think you know, get it in writing
by Christy Murdock Apr 11
Inventing Anna, The Dropout, WeCrashed: What TV's scam craze tells us about bad business
Opinion
Crimes of the heart and crimes of the wallet often go hand in hand. Here’s what you can learn from the recent spate of scam-based documentaries
by Christy Murdock Apr 11
7 ways to thrive (not just survive) in a shifting market
Opinion
No matter what the market does, there are always agents who have growing businesses. Here are 7 steps you can take in this shifting market to ensure that you thrive
by Jimmy Burgess Apr 8
Trying to expand your database? Here's a 5-step plan
Opinion
Your SOI consists of a group of people who already know you well. Developing a plan to grow this group over time will become a huge source of repeat and referral business
by Stan Ponte Apr 8
Should your clients bid over asking price? A look at pros and cons
Opinion
In a hot seller's market, how should agents help their clients with pricing, bidding strategies and closing successfully? Here's how to set appropriate buyer expectations from the start
by Jenny Usaj Apr 8
22 tips for practically perfect real estate paperwork
Opinion
Get your paperwork completed quickly and as pain-free as possible with these top tips
by Shelley Zavitz Apr 7
Why it's time to stop glamorizing morning routines
Opinion
Think you have to get up at 3 a.m. to be successful? Here's why it might be a good idea to set your alarm a little later
by Jordan Scheltgen Apr 6
Stress less, do more: Pain-free productivity tips that work
It’s the little things that matter most when it comes to making your workday more productive
by Christy Murdock Apr 6
Starting smarter: Making a winning first impression
Opinion
Whether you are launching your career or moving to a new brokerage, here are the strategies you need to start off on the right foot
by Christy Murdock Apr 6
How to reel in business with this simple back-to-basics tip
Opinion
Marketing and building your brand are 2 of the most essential things you can do to build your business. There are countless ways to do both, but one of the most basic is using direct mail
by Jay Thompson Apr 5
Lesson Learned: What goes around comes around
This week: Find out how NYC's Ellen Sykes learned that when it comes to going the extra mile, the good you do comes back to you
by Christy Murdock Apr 4