Why you should treat your relationship with clients like a partnership
Opinion
Here's why working together, side by side, as partners is the best way to build rapport, establish mutual trust and create loyalty between real estate agents and their clients
by John Giffen Aug 9
How to create lasting relationships with your clients
As most agents know, it takes more than an occasional phone call or email to stay top-of-mind. So, here are a few things you can do to develop long-lasting relationships with your clients
by Vance Kellogg Jul 28
Should real estate agents disclose if their clients have COVID-19?
The National Association of Realtors and brokers advise agents to have conversations with clients but to refrain from disclosing medical information without prior approval
by Patrick Kearns Jul 9
How collaborating on listings benefits agents and sellers
When agents join forces to list a property, clients get the benefit of multiple agents — their knowledge, Rolodex, market experience and more. Here are a few more reasons to open yourself up to the possibility of collaborating with another agent
by Santiago Arana Jun 3
48% of homeowners halted selling plans due to COVID-19 in April
According to Clever Real Estate's latest study, homeowners and homebuyers are altering their buying and selling plans to prep for a possible recession
by Marian McPherson May 12
Homesnap launches souped up Homesnap Pro app for agents
5 years after its initial launch, real estate technology company Homesnap has released a new, artificial intelligence-powered version of Homesnap Pro
by Marian McPherson Feb 10
7 reasons for-sale-by-owners fail
Opinion
Less than 10 percent of for sale by owner sellers actually succeed, but what is it, actually, that prevents FSBO sellers from being able to close their property sale?
by Bill Gassett Jan 16
When it's time to call your broker: 10 issues you should ask for help with
Knowing when you need to take an issue to the next level
by John Giffen Jan 12
Should your sellers pull their listings off the market this winter?
The pros and cons to consider before helping your sellers make a final decision
by Marian McPherson Dec 3
6 to-do's all sellers need to check off before listing
Regardless of time and budget, some simple tricks can maximize what owners can get for their house
How to suss out the 'looky-loos' from actual prospects
Opinion
The ultimate guide to spotting the nosy neighbors, the voyeurs and the users
by Cara Ameer Sep 18
How to help clients plan for a long-distance move
Opinion
Here are 6 tips to help your clients relocate with as much ease as possible from pinpointing a location to popping corks in celebration
by Nicole Solari Sep 3
Sellers had enough? How to keep emotions in check when fatigue sets in
Expectations drive behavior throughout the sales process. Be sure your clients are in the know, and it'll be a smoother experience all around
by Christy Murdock Aug 6
Sellers: Don't even think about listing till you answer these 10 questions
Opinion
Get a lot of calls from owners looking to sell who don't really grasp all the ins and outs of putting a home on the market? Try posing these quandaries to help educate them
by Nicole Solari Jun 25
How to answer 10 common seller appraisal questions
Opinion
Educating sellers on the appraisal process helps manage expectations. It gives them a realistic understanding, and it will enable them to navigate the process successfully
by Cara Ameer May 29