Keller Williams launches new home-focused training program
The launch of KW New Homes comes amid an ongoing period of historically low housing inventory, making new homes an especially appealing area of focus for many agents
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 27
New to real estate? 5 key career decisions that'll set you up right
With so many real estate agents calling it quits within the first couple of years, those early-career decisions can prove to be vital in setting you up for long-term success
by Christy Murdock Jul 8
Why 'do what you love, outsource the rest' is bad advice
Opinion
While hiring staff to take on tasks you’re not best at is a common way of growing a team, it can be incredibly costly to hire out a task you haven't mastered yet. Here’s what you should consider before opting to 'hire it out'
by Jeff Glover Jun 14
A top ERA broker shares his basics for recruiting and training
ERA Sunrise Realty broker David Moody shares why grit, perseverance and committing to 'doing things the right way' are the keys to creating a solid agent lineup
by Marian McPherson Apr 29
How can brokerages better support teams?
Happy teams are less likely to leave your brokerage — that's why it's important to make sure they have the right tools, resources and training needed to succeed
by Kathleen Black Apr 29
Stop being a secret agent! 8 real estate conversation-starters
Opinion
If you’re not out there interacting with the public on a face-to-face basis, chances are you’ve become a secret agent — and that has to change. Here is a variety of fun and engaging ways to get strangers to ask you about your job and real estate
by Bernice Ross Apr 14
3 signs it's time for your team to move on to another brokerage
Is your brokerage there to support your goals, growth and success in real estate? If not, then perhaps it's time to move on and look for a different place to house your team. Here are a few signs to look for when making that decision
by Kathleen Black Apr 8
How property management firms can avoid staff turnover
The multifamily housing industry has long faced a high turnover rate, but ramping up online trainings and recognizing employee achievements could significantly help, according to a recent survey
Why brokers need a dynamic leadership plan
At Inman Connect, leaders from BHGRE came together to discuss how brokers can better help agents build roadmaps, establish systems and remain 'dynamic'
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 28
5 qualities of standout high-performance team leaders
For performance-based teams, growth, efficiency and profitability are not just goals — they're absolute necessities. Wondering what it takes to lead a team like that? Here are a few must-have qualities
by Chris Pollinger Jan 28
How to decide if you’re ready to open your own brokerage
The brokerage business is very different from operating a team. At the end of the day, it takes more than just a license to start and run a successful brokerage. Before you jump in, here’s what you need to prepare for
The no-brainer investment all agents should make in 2021
Agents are the conductors of real estate. They must keep everyone involved informed and protected. However, to function as valuable problem-solvers, agents need to invest in themselves with continual learning. Here are the benefits of doing that
by Moira Taylor AND Raynae Taylor Dec 13
NAR on historic apology: It wasn't just 'bad agents' who discriminated
Bryan Greene, NAR's vice president of advocacy policy: 'We feel we owe a debt and that the future prosperity of our industry and the economy depend on us doing this work'
by Andrea V. Brambila Dec 11
How new agents see the real estate industry in 2020
Real estate is an attractive career path for people of all ages and backgrounds, but what do newbies in the industry think of it as a whole? What surprises did they stumble across this year?
by Kris Lindahl Dec 10