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...
Property buyers are enjoying higher consumer confidence and support from the government in Canada. According to the Mortgage and Housing Corporation in Canada, new incentives for first time buyers are making it easier to become...
Overview Starting your career as a beginner in real estate does not require fancy college degrees or certificates, and that’s one of the many reasons ambitious and provident youngsters consider it as a career. In all...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
It is not a new thing that real estate agents can work independently. They do not have to stay at the office for exact hours a day. That is why most people think being a...
Overview Coworking spaces are shared workplace facilities chosen by independent and remote workers, start-ups, companies and enterprises to fulfill their professional needs and duties. The idea is to share a fully furnished flexible place and the...
The year 2019 was a big year for the Realtyna blog. We took our efforts to help real estate agents understand and win the market to a new level. And our clients responded with the...
As 2019 is slowly approaching the finish line, our schedule is busier than ever: family gatherings, traveling and present buying—the most dreadful process—are adding their dimes to the chaos. Amidst all of this, it’s important...
Being a real estate agent sometimes seems too easy. Thanks to Hollywood’s portrayal of the high-end life that real estate agents have, sometimes it can seem that it’s easy to achieve. It promises so much...
Do press releases still work? Short answer- It can work. Press releases can still do their job, but the digital age also made its impact on this part of traditional marketing. A Major Benefit about a...
You never know who will come to your real estate open house. On the other hand, you kind of do. Here are 12 open house stereotypes that always seem to show up. The Over Compensating Boyfriend “This place is...
Real estate agents deal with all kinds of buyers and sellers, which can lead to some pretty interesting interactions. Here are some of the funny questions we’ve heard about over the years. Can My Dog Come...
For a real estate deal to take place, there are usually many parties involved. Agents, brokers, buyers, sellers and so on. The buyer and seller often have to pay an extra percentage as the list gets...
Yes, realtors generally have access to more listings than are publically available. As part of their MLS membership, realtors can see off-market data, such as sold listings, going back five years or more, and expired...
Marketing is the fuel in every business. Without marketing, your business won’t be noticed in this competitive world. There are so many people who are doing what you do for a living and you should do...
The real estate industry is big. According to federal statistics, the industry contributed more than $2.7 trillion to the U.S. economy in 2018 or about 13 percent of GDP. It employed more than 2 million...
No, a homeowner cannot list directly on the MLS. Generally, they must work with a real estate agent, though there are a few other ways to get on the MLS such as working with a...
Affiliate Marketing has become very popular in the past few years. Since a lot of money circulates in the real estate industry, real estate niche affiliate programs is one of the most popular that attracts...
The real estate business in America is a huuuge industry. First of all, let’s make things crystal clear and simple by defining what is meant under the concept of “real estate.” It is a property...
There is no end to perfection. This phrase perfectly describes the continuance of development. It’s a constant journey without an end state. How can this approach be applied to the business sphere in general and...
Real estate is probably one of the costliest businesses in the sense that there are so many fees and dues to be paid. MLS dues, Real estate association fees, office costs and others to name...
If you’re reading this blog, it probably means that you’re a newbie real estate agent, interested in building a strong brand that will withstand constant changes and challenges of the real estate field. Now that...
Before discussing duties and responsibilities of a real estate agents and realtors, first of all, let’s define what's the difference between an agent and a realtor: A real estate agent is a licensed professional who helps...
The NAR Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice are guiding principles for professionals in the real estate industry to ensure the protection of homebuyers and sellers and define appropriate conduct. Agents seeking the Realtor...
So you have a license as a real estate agent. You are aware of all the rules, duties and responsibilities of an agent but still, you cannot find the key to success. Well, it is...