We at REALTOR® Magazine are always looking for tips and insights into the real estate business to share with you in hopes of improving your odds of success. This year, we hit a nerve with a few interesting stories covering topics such as verbal missteps with clients, social media posts that could land you in hot water ethically, and underlying tensions between brokers and team leaders, among others. These 10 features were the most popular on our website in 2016; did they help you learn something about your business?
7 Things You Shouldn’t Say to Clients
Sometimes, real estate agents’ tongues get ahead of their brains. Here are some client scenarios to approach with tact and diplomacy to keep your business relationship on track.
5 Things Prospects Can’t Say No To
People instinctively turn you down when you offer them your service. Work in these phrases when communicating with prospects to get them to “yes” faster.
Social Media Posts That Get You In Trouble
It’s often misunderstood how the Code of Ethics extends to your online conduct. What you wouldn’t say or do in front of someone, you also shouldn’t do on social media.
5 Things Every Real Estate Pro Should Fear
These wicked marketing tactics are nightmares for your business. Here’s how to avoid spooking clients and killing your future success.
Trends That’ll Influence Homes in 2016
Help your buyers and sellers learn what’s new on the residential front to meet their own needs as well as the desires of future buyers.
What Are Your Team Leaders Not Telling You?
Office dynamics can be tricky where sales teams are concerned. Team leaders offer brokers these thoughts on how to reduce frustrations.
7 Sins of Personal Branding
Your personal brand influences how you want others to feel about you. If your photos, logos, and other elements aren’t executed right, it could harm your reputation.
Are You Too Nice For Your Own Good?
We’re taught to be kind to everyone, but that means keeping your guard down against potential predators. To stay safe, adapt your nature to a more dangerous world.
6 Steps for New Agents to Succeed Long-Term
Do these things at the beginning of your career, and you’ll set yourself up to build a business that will last well into the future.
Do You Know Your Emoji Etiquette?
Emojis are becoming commonplace in professional communications, but know when they are and aren’t appropriate to use with your clients.
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