4 fundamental skills agents need to brush up on right now
Are you practicing clear communication? Mastering the art of negotiation? No matter how many years you spend in the business, there are a few essential skills every agent should revisit and polish from time to time
by Santiago Arana Apr 20
Close the deal! How to forget leads, and adopt a growth mindset
To break down the barriers in your mind that are holding you back, you need guts, dedication and grit. Find out from military elite-turned-consultant Kate Monroe how maintain the energy and drive it takes to grow
by Victoria Kennedy Apr 20
Pulse: The client objections you are hearing most this spring
With a red-hot market grappling with housing shortage and bidding wars, what are clients worried about the most today? Our readers weigh in with the most pressing concerns their clients are expressing this spring
by Inman Apr 20
WATCH: Back To Basics 101 — 3 tips for brand new agents
Rebecca Nazareth, Realtor with eHomes, shares her top tips for brand new agents in this competitive market
by Inman Apr 19
Staging works! How to have that conversation with sellers
Some sellers may think their home is perfect the way it is, but as a lot of agents know, staging is what will help set their home apart from similar listings online. Here's how to explain the value of staging to clients — plus a few tips that can bring them a considerable return on investment
by Jenny Usaj Apr 19
Trust is everything! 6 effective ways to earn it from prospects
In this fast-paced market, ethics and transparency can take a backseat to speed — but that only makes trust that much more crucial today. If you want to earn prospects' trust and solidify your reputation, here are a few ways to do so
by Stephanie Lanier Apr 19
Lesson Learned: Do what works for you
Find out how Georgia Coast Homes’ Karin Carr learned to tap into her own power instead of following the pack
by Christy Murdock Apr 19
Freestanding, walk-in, whirlpool: What agents should know about bathtubs
As an agent, you can intelligently field questions about bathtubs and their variations if you have a few facts at your fingertips. Here are a handful of things you need to know about different types of bathtubs and their maintenance
by Gerard Splendore Apr 19
10 secret Instagram and Facebook features most agents miss
Stuck for content ideas? Need to better promote your listings? Want more reach? Here are the top hidden features you should know about in 2021
by Katie Lance Apr 17
WATCH: Back To Basics 101 — Don’t forget who you work for
Realtor, trainer and consultant with Doorbell Real Estate in Tennessee, Laura Fangman shares her top tip for reaching potential clients
by Inman Apr 16
4 client questions every team member should be prepared to answer
How you respond to clients matters. When you can answer their questions with confidence and clarity, they will put their trust in you and your team to do the best job possible. Here are a few common questions clients will — at one point or another — ask you
by Kathleen Black Apr 15
Know your numbers! How to be more accountable for your team's financials
Opinion
The more you can step back and let go of any emotions or attachment to the numbers and look at them as pure information, the faster you'll be able to make a sound strategic decision for your organization
by Adam Hergenrother Apr 15
How authentic leadership fosters an attractive culture
The strongest influence on an organization’s culture will unquestionably be the leader’s motives, intent, character, style, personality and passion. Here's why it's important to foster a first-rate business culture — and how to do it
by Brian Walker Apr 15
Put branding first! How to build a business that attracts growth
Invest in building a brand that people recognize, see as innovative and want to work for and with
by Kris Lindahl Apr 15
WATCH: Back To Basics 101 — Send handwritten notes to homeowners
Realtor with ehomes, Micah McNeill-Tyler, shares the threefold benefits of sending handwritten notes to sellers in neighborhoods your buyers like
by Inman Apr 14
10 pandemic-tested truths about homebuying
Multiple offers, super-low inventory, skyrocketing values and lots of competition from cash buyers have made the current real estate climate both a blessing and a curse. Through that, a few real estate concepts were put to the test. Here's what lasted
by Cara Ameer Apr 14