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The Ultimate Guide to Recruiting Agents for Your Team or Brokerage (+ Scripts)

In 2003, I left RE/MAX to start a boutique real estate brokerage. I was a top-producing agent, so I assumed building a real estate brokerage would be easy. Yet four years later, we had the same number of agents as the day we opened. I recognized that recruiting real estate agents would be essential to […]

Ultimate Guide

Brokerage Tech

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May 3, 2023

10 Predictive Analytics Companies Real Estate Agents Need to Know About

Imagine predicting exactly who will sell their property in the next 12 months. It used to take a mind reader to get that kind of inside intel, but now you just need some big data and the right artificial intelligence company to interpret it. Here are a few worth checking out.
February 9, 2023

5 New Real Estate Tech Companies to Watch Out for in 2023

The latest and most disruptive real estate tech companies were on display at Inman Connect's Start-Up Alley this year. And The Close team was there to investigate all of them.
August 9, 2022

5 Real Estate Tech Trends Disrupting the Real Estate Industry

Here are 5 real estate tech trends we noticed at Inman Connect Las Vegas last week, plus new companies and tools that we think will have a positive impact on your business.

Building a Brokerage

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May 18, 2023

The Average Real Estate Broker Salary for Every State

Figuring out how much money a typical real estate broker makes is like trying to catch lightning in a bottle. But we’ve got some great tools and information to break it all down.

April 17, 2023

7 Steps to Writing a Real Estate Business Plan (+ Worksheet)

Whether you are a solo agent, leading team or founding a brokerage, our free real estate business plan templates will help focus your strategy, define your goals, and lay your path for growth and success.
April 5, 2023

Create an Inspiring Mission, Vision & Values Statement for Your Real Estate Business

Are you planning to start your own team or brokerage, or maybe fine-tune your own business as a single agent? There’s a crucial first step that many overlook: establishing your mission statement.

February 28, 2023

89 Creative Real Estate Company Names (+ Our Name Generator 2.0)

Most real estate company names are boring at best. So before you open up yet another “Superior Realty,” check out these examples, branding tips and our very own name generator.

Enterprise Budgeting

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May 18, 2023

The Average Real Estate Broker Salary for Every State

Figuring out how much money a typical real estate broker makes is like trying to catch lightning in a bottle. But we’ve got some great tools and information to break it all down.

January 11, 2023

6 Steps to Creating a Real Estate Brokerage Budget (+ Worksheet)

Creating a successful budget for a new real estate brokerage takes a lot more effort than most new brokers think. There are many elements you must consider when creating your real estate brokerage budget.
June 18, 2021

How to Estimate Real Estate Brokerage Expenses

Opening your own brokerage is a huge milestone in your real estate career.

Investing

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April 24, 2023

How to Become a Property Manager in 7 Easy Steps

From the outside, property management looks easy. However, it is very technical, and if you don’t set your systems up correctly from the beginning, it can be a very difficult and costly business to get into. These seven steps will get you into property management successfully and sustainably.
February 20, 2023

The Best Hard Money Lenders for 2023 (Interest Rates, LTV, Fees & More)

Choosing the best hard money lenders for your investment projects can be tricky. Let our vast experience and top picks guide your decision.
January 20, 2023

7 Critical Parts of Every Real Estate Investment Business Plan

Buying your first investment property is an incredible thrill, but whether you want to fix and flip or buy and hold, you need to have a solid real estate investment business plan. 
December 27, 2022

How Smart Investors Decipher & Respond to Real Estate Market Cycles

If you want to become a savvy real estate investor, you need to know what market stage your area is in or entering.

Fix & Flip

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January 20, 2023

7 Critical Parts of Every Real Estate Investment Business Plan

Buying your first investment property is an incredible thrill, but whether you want to fix and flip or buy and hold, you need to have a solid real estate investment business plan. 
December 27, 2022

How Smart Investors Decipher & Respond to Real Estate Market Cycles

If you want to become a savvy real estate investor, you need to know what market stage your area is in or entering.
August 29, 2021

Fix & Flip 101: 10 Steps to Flipping Houses (the Right Way)

Thinking about doing your first fix and flip and feeling a little nervous?
August 23, 2021

How to Evaluate Fix & Flip Houses Like a Pro (+ Risk Worksheet)

In my 27-year real estate career, I have completed countless fix-and-flip projects and helped hundreds of investors find, evaluate, and sell properties for big profits.

Recruiting Agents

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May 22, 2023

6 Things Agents Shouldn’t Do During a Recession (& What You Should Do Instead)

Many agents have thrived through multiple economic downturns. The secret to coming out on top is to reduce your expenses, keep your focus on your customers, develop your skills, and increase the marketing that is working.
May 17, 2023

How to Build a Real Estate Team in 2023 + 7 Critical Mistakes to Avoid

According to a recent National Association of Realtors survey, more than 26% of Realtors in the United States belong to teams. Real estate teams are a fantastic way to share the costs of marketing, broaden your expertise, and mitigate the risks that are a part of a volatile industry like real estate.
March 24, 2023

3 Foolproof Team Models: Hiring, Splits, Lead Gen + More

I am a firm believer in the value of teams for building long-term success and wealth. But if you want to build a valuable real estate team of your own, the challenge lies in choosing the right real estate team structure for you. 
March 9, 2023

How to Train Your Real Estate Agents to Sell in a Challenging 2023 Market

The marketing techniques and skills that worked in a seller’s market are less effective today. Train your real estate agents to make this sales shift.

Teams

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May 17, 2023

How to Build a Real Estate Team in 2023 + 7 Critical Mistakes to Avoid

According to a recent National Association of Realtors survey, more than 26% of Realtors in the United States belong to teams. Real estate teams are a fantastic way to share the costs of marketing, broaden your expertise, and mitigate the risks that are a part of a volatile industry like real estate.
May 8, 2023

Follow Up Boss Review (2023): Pricing, Features, Pros & Cons

Is Follow Up Boss right for you? It's been my CRM of choice for my own real estate business since 2019. Find out why (and whether or not it has what you need to succeed).

March 30, 2023

The 28 Best Apps for Realtors (Including 2 to Watch) in 2023

With so many apps on the market today, figuring out which ones deserve space on your phone or iPad isn’t easy. That’s why we put together this list of the most innovative mobile tools that are helping Realtors stay organized, market their brands, and close more deals in 2023.
March 24, 2023

3 Foolproof Team Models: Hiring, Splits, Lead Gen + More

I am a firm believer in the value of teams for building long-term success and wealth. But if you want to build a valuable real estate team of your own, the challenge lies in choosing the right real estate team structure for you.