Brokers are probably the most influential members of the real estate industry. They are the ones who make the most crucial decisions in real estate deals, and our professional lives as real estate agents depend...
With the coronavirus outbreak, 2020 has not started on a positive note for the whole word. The coronavirus, also known as Covid-19, has become a pandemic that is growing exponentially. The economic and political consequences...
Despite YouTube being one of the most successful and popular social media platforms, for real estate agents, it’s still a relatively untapped territory. Of course, many real estate agents have a YouTube presence but it’s...
When it comes to buying a house you may notice that it’s not cheap. It can even be scary at some points. Each individual sooner or later in his life, feels the urge to make...
What impacts a buyer’s decision making process most? Besides price, the property condition, and the environment, there is one more and the most important thing. It's a neighborhood. Why do buyers worry about the neighborhood...
Metrolist is the biggest MLS in Northern California, and it is one of the most important MLS across the country. It serves more than 20,000 real estate professionals in the region. It is the ultimate voice...
Many real estate investors already feel an overwhelming amount of stress. This can come from an overemphasis on profit, money and wealth. Unfortunately, in most cases, this pressure can stop investors from progressing in their...
Being a real estate agent is interesting and challenging at the same time. You have to work hard and for a long time. Have to be an expert in the real estate market. You should...
First MLS or FMLS was founded in 1957, and it is the first multiple listing provider in the state of Georgia. Today, it is still the ultimate voice of real estate data across the state. FMLS...
Having a complete, well-designed real estate website can make a huge difference for real estate agents and agencies. Home-buyers will visit and stay on the website that is informative enough to provide high-quality service for...
Open Standards are used and interpreted differently in different industries. The definition everyone seems to agree on though is this: “An open standard is a standard that is publicly available and has various rights to use...
Why do real estate agents need websites? To market their business and attract more leads. And what is the most important thing they need on their website? Listings, of course. The reason you as a...
Market capitalization in the United States has increased up to 236% in the last ten years. This is a lot of turnover all in one place, and there are a lot of financial complexities and...
There is a huge chance that you heard the word “scripts” thousands of times. It’s like a real estate urban legend that newbie real estate agents hear about all the time. Everyone has an opinion...
Yes, realtors have access to more real estate data than the general public because they may view the MLS, RPR and other sources compiled and controlled by industry associations. These proprietary data include active and...
No, you cannot list FSBO on the MLS, at least not directly. Because the MLS is owned by brokers, only agents can list on the MLS. But there are some other options to list FSBO,...
To become a real estate broker in Florida, you must be at least 18 years old, have a valid social security number and have at least two years of experience as a real estate agent....
Canada’s real estate industry is cooling off following a price boom in 2016-17. With the help of the government, multiple listing service providers in Canada played a significant role in stabilizing property values. MLS data...
Clients want to know what kind of product is best for them. They may check a company’s product or see their commercial, but for many clients, testimonials are the most important. Client reviews are especially valuable...
Everybody in real estate is fully aware of the benefits of having access to MLS information. For those starting out, this is a great milestone. They have obtained their real estate license and now it...
To do or not to do? It’s a question that appears to be applicable to every aspect of our life. Do I need to create a landing page or is having a real estate website...
Real estate agents can keep a pretty good poker face. It’s necessary to maintain a professional and unbiased relationship with clients. But that does not mean they do not have an interior dialogue about events...
Real estate agents make the most money in Midland, Texas, where average annual wages are $111, 560. Other metro areas with high wages include New York, San Francisco, Providence, and Sioux Falls. Real estate agents make...
With the rise of population and thanks to the internet, the scope of business is constantly expanding. These days, you can sit in your office and serve customers all around the world. This all means one...
It is hard to understate the importance of SEO. A well-placed keyword can make the difference between ranking highly and falling behind competitors. Most agents incorporate keywords in their domain name and page titles. But did...
Marketing ideas and strategies come in all shapes and sizes. But in terms of costs, they are not created equal. In a creative field like marketing, expensive does not mean effective. Often fresh and creative...
Are you an investor and want to create a real estate website? Or maybe you already have one and want to know how to increase leads and make it more powerful? We all know the value...
As a real estate agent, it is important to set the right expectations. But sometimes this can be difficult. Here are 11 things real estate agents wish they say right off the bat. You know, if professionalism...
In this article we will discuss the major real estate advertising strategies and how can real estate agents implement them on Facebook. Overview Not long ago advertisement was fairly limited to radio, television, and newspapers. Advertising is...
If you are a true SEO beginner, most content out there about SEO practices are probably too complex and confusing to understand. That’s why we focus on the most basic, but the core points of...
Building and maintaining a real estate website with unique IDX features is really challenging. This is probably why most website developers resort to Wordpress, which as a robust content management system that offers a wide...
I can hardly imagine a business in today’s environment, that doesn’t realize the importance and the role of digital marketing in the success of the said business. Everyone around us talks about online representation, content...
Being a part-time real estate agent means working less than 20 hours. People opt to do part-time jobs because of different reasons. Some people might just want to test the waters until they thoroughly devote themselves...
Almost all real estate websites have a search of some kind to help visitors navigate through the website and potentially 10’s of thousands of listings. A good search will distinguish your site from all the others,...
For about 20 years, the RETS feed has been supporting real estate technology. As all technologies evolve so does RETS. Although RETS still works with many applications, it is still a real estate proprietary standard...
Before we go over the actual steps that you need to take to be a licensed real estate agent in Canada, there are some prerequisites you need covered. To be granted a real estate license in...
Canada is a vast country, and there are plenty of property development opportunities in various parts of it. Statistics show that real estate business is growing rapidly, and the Canadian real estate industry is recovering...
Working with a real estate agent is a unique experience. You invite this person into your home, get to know them, and spend a lot of time with them in the course of the sale. Many...
Using SWOT Analysis is one of the most important parts in making your real estate business plan. SWOT Analysis helps you to identify the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats of your company, projects or different...