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The Best Real Estate CRM for 2022: In-depth Reviews & Pricing

Chris Linsell | January 18, 2022

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Ask any top-performing real estate agent what their go-to, must-have, can’t-live-without tool is, and chances are they’ll say a great real estate CRM, or customer relationship management system. The only problem is that there are so many options on the market to choose from that it’s hard to know which is the best.

Check out our top picks in the table below and read on to get an in-depth review of each product.

Real Trends Top 25 Real Estate Agent Websites RANKED (+ Tips & Tools)

Emile L'Eplattenier | January 11, 2022

Real Trends Top 25 Real Estate Agents Websites

Have you ever wondered how your website stacks up against the top 25 agents on the Real Trends 500? Well, wonder no more. In this updated article, we ranked the real estate agent websites of the top agents (by volume) in the country. After the rankings, we go over the best tools and resources for agents to build or improve their websites in 2022.

How to Get a California Real Estate Broker License

Chris Linsell | January 7, 2022

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If you’ve worked in real estate for a while, you know there are financial advantages to earning a California real estate broker license. Real estate brokers in California can still serve their own clients while simultaneously collecting desk fees and up to 50% of the commissions of the agents working for them.

They can also take on a leadership role at a brokerage or open their own, coaching and mentoring other agents and profiting from their success. Let us help you pursue your California real estate broker license by first walking you through the requirements and the steps you’ll need to follow.

Real Estate Agent Headshots: 15 Industry Experts Share Their Best Advice

Chris Linsell | January 6, 2022

A high-quality Realtor headshot is an essential marketing asset for any real estate professional. In the world of digital marketing, the real estate agent headshot is often the first time your prospects, leads, and clients will see your face. This makes having a professional, polished photo that represents who you are and what you stand for a must-have.

In this article, you’ll get all the advice you need to take a great realtor headshot, including what to wear, make-up must-dos, choosing a photographer, and more. [Read more…] about Real Estate Agent Headshots: 15 Industry Experts Share Their Best Advice

14 Expert Tips to Choose a Great Real Estate Domain Name (+ Name Generator)

Emile L'Eplattenier | January 6, 2022

When it comes to choosing great real estate domain names, our friend Bruce Ailion is hard to beat. He was lucky enough to snag locationlocationlocation.com. But that was years ago and all the good domain names are taken now, right?

Not so fast. If you’re struggling to come up with a domain name, you can use the expert tips and free real estate domain name generator in this article to find one that will help you dominate your market for years to come. Here’s our best advice for a killer domain name.

How to Get an Illinois Real Estate Broker License & Become a Managing Broker

Chris Linsell | January 5, 2022

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If you currently have your Illinois real estate broker license (which is called typically called salesperson or agent’s license in most other states), you know the benefits of working in this flexible and highly lucrative industry. You probably also know that by becoming a managing broker, you’ll have even more ways to earn money and advance your career.

If you’d like to recruit and manage a team of real estate brokers while also assisting your own clients, keep reading. We shared how to become a real estate broker in Illinois and now, we’ll walk you through the process of becoming a managing broker. Let’s get started!

5 Best Real Estate Schools in Pennsylvania for 2022

Chris Linsell | January 5, 2022

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If you’re looking for the best real estate schools in Pennsylvania, look no further. We’ve researched real estate classes from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh (and everywhere in between) to find the best real estate schools in PA based on course offerings, instruction quality, user interface, usability, and more. We’ve listed our top five recommendations.

A real estate career can give you more flexibility and autonomy, and it can be a lucrative career path. You’ll need to complete 75 hours of prelicensing classes, plus post-licensing and continuing education requirements once you’re licensed, so choosing the right school to take you through your new career is crucial. Check out our top picks below to get started!

How to Get a Real Estate License in Pennsylvania in 6 Easy Steps

Chris Linsell | January 4, 2022

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Are you wondering how to get a real estate license in Pennsylvania? Cities like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh are exciting markets to dive into a new career, but suburban and rural areas of Pennsylvania’s real estate market are growing, too.

Real estate is a challenging and rewarding career, and you’ll get out of it what you put into it. Read on to find out how to get a real estate license in Pennsylvania and the steps you’ll need to complete to jump intoPennsylvania’s real estate market as a licensed agent in 2022.

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