When starting a real estate career, it may be hard to know exactly what to do with your time when you are not busy with clients and trying to build your client base. You go to the office each day and work on building your business, but there will definitely be some down time. This […]
Building a good to reputation is one of the most important things you can do to build your personal brand. When running a business your reputation is the most valuable asset you own. What people are saying about you when you are not around is what gives you a competitive edge and that in turn […]
All is not equal and fair in the real estate business. Before you considered a career in real estate you saw people being very successful, but might not have seen the less successful agents in the business. There’s a difference between agents who are making good money and those who are struggling from month to […]
Using your voice to connect with clients and peers is something you might not consider to have a large impact on your business, but it does. Your voice will almost always be the first impression for a new or potential client. Your voice matters because it’s your signature-part of what identifies you. It’s good to […]
So you’ve completed your pre-licensing course and have passed that state and national exam for being a licensed real estate agent. What’s next? It’s important to plan your steps so that you have an idea of what and how long it will take to make the money you’d like in real estate. Here are some […]
You may be thinking about starting a career in real estate. Whether you are changing jobs, or starting work for the first time, real estate can be a fun and exciting business. There are a few actions to take and things to consider before you dive head-first into a real estate career.
You probably took about 100 hours of coursework before you were even ready to test for your real estate license. These courses may not have prepared you for the pitfalls that befall many new real estate agents in the field. As with many professions, you will learn the business better in the field and having […]
You’ve finished real estate school and passed your state and national exam, your next step is finding the perfect real estate company to hang your license. Before you begin to interview it’s important to find a place that has a business model, environment, and culture that best suits you. Here are a few suggestions to […]
A real estate career can be a very successful one, depending on the personal characteristics of the agent. A lot of agents make their own hours, and need to find their own clientele, so someone who is not a self-starter or motivated would probably not have great success at selling real estate. Have you been […]
Maybe you have been thinking of relocating to a coastal city. But where? You’ve heard Myrtle Beach is nice, and Daytona Beach and Miami are exciting also. Maybe you’ve even considered California and their long beaches and perfect weather year round. These places are all wonderful places to visit, but would you call them home? […]