Why is proptech being used to make housing less affordable?
Opinion
Housing fills a basic human need, so why is proptech being used to enrich the few rather than to benefit the many?
by Teresa Boardman Oct 13
51 blog or video topics for marketing to homesellers
Whether you're creating a new blog post, a YouTube video or content for your social media channels, these topics are designed to help you fill your listing pipeline
by Teresa Boardman Sep 26
It's not about you! 15 reasons past clients go with another agent
There are many reasons a past client or current friend may not reach out to you as their real estate agent. Don't take it personally
by Teresa Boardman Sep 13
Your prediction about the housing market is probably wrong
Opinion
Forget the memes. If you've been around real estate for any length of time, you know that the only thing you can expect is the unexpected
by Teresa Boardman Sep 1
Listening skills are the salesperson's superpower
Sometimes real estate agents don't seem able to break away from the script and listen to what potential clients really want and need
by Teresa Boardman Aug 18
Does real estate tech ever make you cry?
Real estate companies and associations have spent bazillions on technology that no one wants to use or that quickly becomes obsolete. Here's what would make it better
by Teresa Boardman Aug 1
The internet is a hotbed for criminal behavior
Opinion
It isn’t safe to be on the internet, but that is where business comes from these days. Here's what to look out for and ideas for keeping yourself safer from online predators
by Teresa Boardman Jun 22
Say goodbye! How brokers could instantly improve the industry
Opinion
Raising the standards in the real estate industry starts with brokers. Here's how to ensure you're prioritizing the best agents when you're recruiting
by Teresa Boardman Jun 1
Helping real estate clients choose their ideal neighborhood
Opinion
Neighborhood quality is subjective, yet Realtors cannot recommend a neighborhood or steer clients into or out of a particular neighborhood. Here's what to do instead
by Teresa Boardman May 26
Hiring an assistant? Read this first
Opinion
You've probably been told that if you don't hire an assistant, you'll end up being the assistant. The truth is more complex, so making an effective first hire involves more thought and strategy than you may expect
by Teresa Boardman Mar 25
Is social media actually bringing you business?
Real estate agents are led to believe that there is a correlation between social media success and real estate sales success. It's time to separate facts from wishful thinking
by Teresa Boardman Feb 25
Agents need to stop being relentless with seniors
Opinion
If you must target seniors in your marketing, please treat them with respect, and know that when the say 'no' they mean it
by Teresa Boardman Jan 26
Does rent control make housing affordable?
Opinion
St. Paul, Minnesota, recently enacted a new rent control ordinance, capping yearly rent increases at 3%, but is it actually progress for housing affordability? A St. Paul native and real estate pro weighs in
by Teresa Boardman Jan 4
The biggest questions and answers about portals ditching crime data
Redfin, Trulia and realtor.com have all vowed to not use crime data going forward. The companies' stands are now prompting a debate in the industry
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 23
woman exiting purple room
Opinion
Quitting — a job, a person, a brokerage, a business plan — can often be a way to have more by having less
by Teresa Boardman Dec 15