10 dead giveaways that you’re a rookie real estate agent
While you've learned rules, regulations, terms and tech, what you need most is to learn to connect and network with colleagues and clients. Claudia Stallings shares new agent mistakes to avoid
Experiences that took you from novice to seasoned pro
Whether it was exciting or scary, here are the moments that made it clear you were all grown up and not a newbie agent any longer
by Inman Oct 2
business basics, new agent
Running a successful business isn't just about the big things, coach Verl Workman writes. Often, it's about the small incremental habits that add up over time
by Verl Workman Sep 24
How new luxury agents create high-end vibes and don't break the bank
Establishing yourself as a luxury real estate agent doesn't have to cost more, MyHome's Jennifer McAlpine writes. It's about a simplified aesthetic and a strong sense of your value proposition
by Jennifer McAlpine Aug 23
11 things to know before launching as a luxury real estate agent
If you've been looking to position yourself within the luxury niche, luxury consultant Chris Pollinger writes, the journey will be both challenging and, potentially, rewarding
by Chris Pollinger Jul 19
How this agent went from rookie to ringer in just 7 years
Ready to make a leap into real estate but worried about how to pull off the transition? Learn from Atlanta agent Leah Williamson's trip to top-producer
by Leah Williamson Jul 15
Avoid these top 5 rookie mistakes in real estate marketing
From neglecting digital platforms to disregarding personal branding, Side's Manny Solis writes, here are 5 critical rookie mistakes that often derail real estate marketing campaigns
by Manny Solis May 13
10 essential brand-building tips for first-year real estate agents
When it comes to your personal brand, coach Darryl Davis writes, it's a case of say what you mean, and mean what you say about service
by Darryl Davis Apr 25
Why agents should talk about HELOCs this spring
Broker Julie Busby shares tips for making messages around HELOCs and real estate investing a centerpiece of your springtime content marketing efforts
by Julie Busby Apr 5
Amid commission chaos, talk turns to ongoing gripe: clueless agents
Leaders at many brokerages say a lack of serious agents with a full-time commitment is a drag on the industry. Intel asks whether this might change in the wake of the latest settlements
by Daniel Houston Mar 25
How new agents can get the best return on their time investment
Succeeding as a new real estate agent, David Marden writes, requires effective time management, leveraging your circle of influence and understanding the ROI of your efforts
by David Marden Mar 14
door knocking, lead generation, prospecting
Coach Darryl Davis' advice for spring? Get creative with your ideas, get courageous with your prospecting and be consistent in your approach to building and branding
by Darryl Davis Mar 11
Ditch the me-me-me approach to marketing and negotiation
Agents should embrace client-centric approaches that include making their marketing materials about the client, trainer Bernice Ross writes
by Bernice Ross Mar 1
The hardest lessons you learned as new agents: Pulse
Last week, we asked about the hardest lessons you learned when you started out in real estate. Here's what readers said were their biggest aha moments as newbies
by Inman Feb 21
Here's how to avoid the most-dreaded new agent question
How long have you been an agent? Author and trainer Bernice Ross offers simple strategies to tackle this question and turn seller leads into signed listings
by Bernice Ross Feb 21