What Does A Real Estate Agent Do?
It's not as easy as it looks on TV
by Cara Ameer Oct 12
10 essentials for effective negotiating in today's market
The past 2 years in real estate were like a party that just kept going. Here's how to navigate what's next
by Cara Ameer Oct 10
Walkthrough woes: 7 things that cause pre-closing stress
By the time buyers attend the final walkthrough, they may be stressed out and nitpicking. Here are the items that may set them off, along with ways to offset their frustrations
by Cara Ameer Aug 8
The heat is on! 8 mistakes agents make when competing
Opinion
When the competition heats up, it's easy to get caught in the frenzy and make costly mistakes. Here's how to stay on track and keep your reputation intact
by Cara Ameer Jul 5
How to help a homebuyer sweeten an offer — without going too far
Contingency clauses are there to protect buyers and shouldn't be dropped lightly. Here's how agents can help advise clients navigating the tricky situations that offer-sweeteners can create
by Daniel Houston May 11
Busted! 11 myths your clients believe about the current market
Opinion
In today's wild market, there are plenty of bad ideas on both sides of the buyer-seller equation. Here's how to correct those misconceptions so that everyone can get what they want
by Cara Ameer Apr 18
11 things agents should expect from their leadership in 2023
Opinion
Market shifts bring about change — good, bad and indifferent. So, what can leaders do to remain a guiding force and stay relevant?
by Cara Ameer Mar 21
Why can’t Florida agents agree to serve as fiduciaries? Watchdog responds
Opinion
Senior Fellow Stephen Brobeck argues that Florida broker Cara Ameer did not address the two central questions raised by the Consumer Federation of America's report
by Stephen Brobeck Mar 8
9 ways to help buyers compete in an all-cash world
There isn't a one-size-fits-all approach to helping buyers compete in an all-cash world, but these tactics and strategies will help
by Cara Ameer Jan 19
2022 resolutions: Luxury real estate agents aim high in the new year
From personal health and spending more time with family to finally clinching that big break, here are the goals luxury real estate agents are striving for in 2022
7 questions sellers will ask on listing appointments
Educating and empowering clients will lead sellers to being comfortable with making good decisions and hopefully generating some more inventory in this challenging market. Here are a few questions they'll most likely be asking you — and how to expertly answer them
by Cara Ameer Jan 3
How to generate great leads in any market — no matter where you live
As the housing market continues to evolve, real estate agents at Inman Connect Las Vegas say they're keeping an eye out for ways to create connections between multiple regions
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 26
16 luxury buying and selling trends you can't ignore
The way we live, work and play has significantly changed over the past year or so, and these shifts will continue to drive luxury consumer behavior as far as how and where they choose to live. Here are a few trends you need to be ready for
by Cara Ameer Oct 8
14 seller to-do's to boost your listing's buyer appeal
Details matter when you want that new listing to stand out in today's market. Here are some must-do seller prep tasks
by Cara Ameer Sep 14
The Real Word: Does listing feedback really matter?
Opinion
This week, Bryon and Nicole discuss if listing feedback actually matters, the surge of coworking spaces during COVID and the biggest listing cliches agents are guilty of using (and reusing).
by Byron Lazine Sep 3