Real Estate

If you want to achieve success in any area of your life, setting goals is critical. Without goals, you have no point of reference to see if you’re progressing or if you need to alter course. Real estate goals, especially, are so important to the success of your business. The good news is, real estate…

With any sales job, there comes a time when cold calling is necessary to increase your success rate and a career in real estate is no exception. As a new real estate agent, you will be responsible for your own lead generation. Though it may be a more traditional sales method, cold calling has been…

Communication is the key to success for any business, but especially when it comes to real estate. Real estate agents must know how to communicate and when to communicate during the home buying or selling process. Buying a home is a major decision for anyone because it affects every aspect of their life. When hundreds…

Many people assume a career in real estate is lavish, but that is not the case for most real estate agents and realtors. As a real estate agent, you are essentially your own boss. While this does come with much freedom over your income and schedule, it also comes with many responsibilities. To be a…

A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) is one of the most valuable tools in the world of real estate. Why? It offers an in-depth look at the comparable homes in the area that have recently sold allowing you to properly estimate the value of a home. Real estate agents should use a CMA to provide their…

As you’re just starting out as a real estate agent, you may be wondering what comes next. There are many options for you as you begin your real estate career. Of course, you will need a brokerage to partner with you as a real estate agent. After you find a brokerage to work with, you…

Real estate, like any other business, isn’t a one size fits all market. If you try to appeal to everyone, you may end up not appealing to anyone. That is why it’s important to find your niche in the real estate market. Whether it be a certain demographic, location, social class, or type of home,…

Building your network is critical when it comes to starting out as a new real estate agent. As a new agent, however, it can seem overwhelming. Where do you even begin? Read below as we provide a few tips when it comes to building your real estate network. Create a website for your real estate…

When it comes to any career path, seeking out a mentor is always a good idea. In real estate, having a mentor teach you the ropes is almost necessary in an ever-changing industry. A mentor can provide valuable knowledge and advice to a new real estate agent. Keep in mind, it may be an investment…

If you’re considering becoming a real estate agent, you may be wondering how long the process takes, start to finish. From completing course hours to passing your exam and submitting your application, the time will depend on your state’s requirements, the real estate school you choose, and how motivated you are. Real Estate School (In…