Working with international buyers? 5 tips for better non-verbal communication
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You don't have to memorize long lists of rules to get better at communicating with your international clients. Just be open to the process and willing to learn
by Christy Murdock Mar 5
Lesson Learned: Stop trying to game the market
Find out why award-winning Miami Beach agent Jaclyn Bild says that playing guessing games is a losing strategy in real estate
by Christy Murdock Feb 28
Avoid fair housing violations: How to respond to sticky FAQs
When your buyers and sellers ask questions that may potentially violate fair housing, here’s how to answer them honestly and ethically
by Christy Murdock Feb 23
15 ways to make your property descriptions more inclusive
Describing a space in a way that appeals to all buyers isn’t ‘politically correct,’ it’s the law (and it’s just good business)
by Christy Murdock Feb 23
Lesson Learned: Don't be afraid to pick up the phone
Find out why award-winning Emerald Coast real estate agent Brandon Zellers knows that there's magic in the follow-up
by Christy Murdock Feb 21
Lesson Learned: Focus on clients more than transactions
For Manhattan real estate agent Kimberly Jay, client service is the secret to optimal results. Find out how she learned this important lesson
by Christy Murdock Jan 31
The grammar guide real estate agents need
Real estate requires a ton of writing for marketing, communication and more. Here are some of the main issues you’ll encounter and how to expertly handle them
by Christy Murdock Jan 7
Be better at real estate writing by avoiding these grammar gaffes
Write like a pro and craft cleaner, more effective copy by avoiding common grammar mishaps that lead to error-filled prose. Here's how real estate agents can polish their writing chops
by Christy Murdock Jan 5
Lesson Learned: Celebrate at the closing
For New York City real estate teammates Michael Lorber and Alexander Boriskin, taking the long view of every deal is essential. Here, they explain why
by Christy Murdock Jan 5
5 business planning must-do’s for 2022
Start putting a plan in place for success next year while keeping your focus firmly fixed on your goals
by Christy Murdock Dec 29
7 weekly essentials you should pencil in
Stop thinking day-to-day with these ideas for weekly habits that pay dividends
by Christy Murdock Dec 29
Lesson Learned: 27 pros share their top 2021 insights
Look back at the industry talent we’ve featured this year, and be inspired as you move into 2022
by Christy Murdock Dec 27
Every deal is a learning opportunity: Lesson Learned
As an agent who has sold more than $1 billion worth of real estate, Douglas Elliman’s Dina Goldentayer knows a thing or two about making it in the industry. Here, she shares why learning has no limits in real estate
by Christy Murdock Dec 21
A home for sale in the wintertime
Liven up a cold-weather showing with our list of wintertime tips
by Christy Murdock Dec 17
2022 game plan: 20+ buyer and seller facts to inform your business
What's critical to buyers and sellers now, and what's changed over the past year? If you're in the throes of strategizing for next year, here are a few key demographics, trends and takeaways — plucked from NAR's 2021 buyer and seller research — broken down for brokers, teams and agents
by Christy Murdock Dec 15