At various points in building your real estate business, you will likely find yourself in the position of making a “cold call.” Generally, a cold call is when you contact a potential client or business before they’ve contacted you or expressed interest in your services. First impressions matter in business, so conquering the art of …
Whether you have sellers who need to keep their homes shipshape for showings or you just wish to stay in touch with former and potential clients, passing along seasonal home maintenance tips is a helpful and thoughtful thing to do. Reminding clients about necessary home maintenance tasks can help them avoid possible problems and shows …
Once considered a luxury found mostly in high-end properties, today home offices are mainstream features found in dwellings of all sizes. For real estate professionals, a home office is crucial for being available and responsive to clients in today’s 24/7 world and for keeping real estate transactions moving forward. The way you organize and set …
Being a busy real estate professional means conducting business on the go and often away from many office conveniences. To stay productive in the field, it’s necessary to have the right technology and accessories with you to keep deals moving forward. Here are some ideas for items that may help you to be more efficient …
Looking professional and put together while staying comfortable during long workdays is important for real estate professionals. For men and women, it can be challenging to choose wardrobe items that both look good and feel good while you conduct business. Often, agents head out the door each morning not knowing exactly what the day holds …
According to the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, new residential construction in February 2022 included 1,859 building permits, 1,769,000 housing starts, and 1,309,000 housing completions. If you’re marketing some of these new construction properties, you may be looking for ideas. Here are some ways to attract potential buyers: 1. …
As a real estate professional, you probably give a lot of thought to how you can structure your daily schedule to be as productive as possible. Did you also realize that your evening routine can impact your efficiency and success? Here are some tips for turning good nights into good days: A healthy evening meal …
As a real estate professional, you probably already know that a home warranty is an annual renewable service contract that provides protection and peace of mind for homeowners should a covered breakdown occur. You also know that home warranties can offer important reassurance to your clients and help streamline real estate transactions. However, there are …
As a real estate professional, your reputation is a critical component of your success. When clients are making real estate investments and significant financial decisions that will impact their future and their households, they want to know they are working with a professional who has integrity, experience, and compassion. Whether you’re looking to bounce back …
Chances are that your clients have heard this old real estate adage, but they may not understand exactly what it means. The factors that make a home’s location desirable can vary from market to market, and in many cases result from a combination of considerations. Here are some of the things that can make a …