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Real estate designations boost visibility, attract leads, and add credibility. Trade organizations and other real estate institutions offer real estate designations, including the education and support you need to develop a stronger skill set or start working in a specialty. I’ve gathered 10 of the best real estate certifications for agents. If you’re buyer-heavy, start … Read more
If you’re still using pen and paper as sign-in sheets for your open houses, it’s time to step out of the Stone Age! With the best open house apps now available, you’ll be able to better market your properties, streamline the sign-in process, and capture more data for quality leads. With that being said, I’ve … Read more
Staging helps your listing make a great first impression, online and in person, allowing buyers to envision an easy, happy life in the home. A well-staged property makes agents stand out from the competition and sell faster (often for a higher price). In fact, according to research, nearly 3 in 10 agents say staging increased … Read more
The Close content and product recommendations are editorially independent. We may make money when you click on links to our partners. Learn More A buyer broker agreement is the foundation of a successful transaction with a buyer. It outlines the work to be done, the duration of the relationship, payment terms, and the process for … Read more
The Close content and product recommendations are editorially independent. We may make money when you click on links to our partners. Learn More When you’re thinking about buying a home, there’s a lot to consider: the housing market, your finances, and your goals. Whether you’re a homeowner planning your next move or a real estate … Read more
The Close content and product recommendations are editorially independent. We may make money when you click on links to our partners. Learn More Many people who ask, “Should I become a realtor?” are interested in the career but aren’t sure they have a personality that fits the real estate lifestyle. You don’t have to be … Read more
Many of us finish our real estate education, pass our exam, and think, “Well, now what?” Because, while we might know about homestead exemptions, the measurements of a government survey township, and how many square feet are in an acre, we don’t know how to start a real estate business. The truth is, real estate … Read more
Remember that episode of “The Office” when Dwight skips the small talk at the corporate holiday party and instead spends it inspecting the host’s house? He ends up on the roof examining the chimney. If you would rather be checking a house’s foundation than chit-chatting at a cocktail party and you have a sincere interest … Read more
If you’re a real estate agent who hates building your sphere of influence (SOI), you’re not alone. A Harvard study showed that networking actually made people feel dirty—physically dirty! But the 2023 National Association of Realtors (NAR) Member survey found that Realtors get 19% of their business through referrals from their sphere—that’s nearly a fifth. … Read more
Calling all new and budding real estate agents! Finding the right brokerage to start your career on the right foot is essential. Your brokerage should be an extension of you, your goals, and your reputation. Also, the brokerage you choose will impact your commission, expenses, and lead gen and marketing opportunities. So choose wisely! Luckily, … Read more