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Why an Economic Downturn Represents the Best Time to Invest in Real Estate

An economic downturn provides many opportunities that are nearly impossible for the average investor to take advantage of in a good economy.

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

Benefit from years of experience and countless fix-and-flip projects.

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

Choosing the best hard money lender for your investment project can be tricky.

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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. 

February 14, 2024

Women in Real Estate Breaking Barriers: The Barbie Movement in Action at Inman NYC

We're seeing a shift in mindset in the industry centered around personality marketing, making connections through relatable storytelling, and developing an empowering mindset. And women are leading the way.

January 11, 2024

Real Estate Agent Salary: How Much Do Agents Really Make?

Capturing hard numbers on what the average agent earns is like trying to nail Jell-O to a wall. But here at The Close, we developed a salary database tool that gives unique insight into real estate agent salaries in each state—and we bet the results will surprise you. 

December 7, 2023

9 Common Mistakes New Broker-Owners Make (+ How to Avoid Them)

Establishing a solid foundation for your brokerage is not just a recommendation—it's the key to long-term sustainability. By understanding these nine essential aspects, you can position yourself as a trusted broker and ensure the growth and viability of your new business. 

December 6, 2023

9 Pros & Cons of Being a Real Estate Agent (+ Tips for Success)

Choosing a career in real estate is a big decision, and you should feel fully prepared to move forward. Or perhaps not move forward. That’s why we're sharing some not-so-popular opinions on this industry to really get you thinking.

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January 5, 2024

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.

October 26, 2023

How to Estimate Real Estate Brokerage Expenses

Want to open your own brokerage? Let's get your budget in order! We break each cost category down, explain it in detail, and help you estimate your revenue and complete your accounting plan.

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.

November 20, 2023

The 15 Best Real Estate Prospecting Letter Templates

Check out our comprehensive list of letter templates to send to buyers, FSBOs, owners of expired listings, and more. Plus we share actionable tips you can use to write your own lead-generating copy.

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.

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February 2, 2024

23 Clever Real Estate Marketing Ideas

Looking for more marketing ideas to grow your business? We've gathered our best tips as well as links to our deep-dive strategy articles, buyer’s guides, and scripts so you can start transforming your business today. 

January 29, 2024

20 Mind-blowing AI Tools Helping Real Estate Agents Slay

More and more software companies are integrating AI into their services, making the lives of real estate agents all over the world easier and more efficient. When agents aren’t bogged down by all the mundane tasks of running a business, they can focus on building relationships with potential clients.

January 18, 2024

7 Interior Design Trends Ready to Take Over 2024

Good agents are aware of trends; great agents know how to use them to their sellers’ advantage.

January 9, 2024

Real Estate Farming: How to Become the Go-to Agent in Your Neighborhood in 2024

Farming can be one of the most lucrative and dependable lead generation strategies for agents. Learn our detailed approach to this technique, get a handle on the costs involved, and review all the tools you’ll need. 

November 8, 2023

8 Red-hot Real Estate Niches That Can Double Your GCI in 2024

Learn how to take advantage of today’s historic market shifts. When looking for a niche to optimize your marketing strategies and recession-proof your real estate business, it’s important to keep in mind those who are most likely to need your services.

December 19, 2022

How to Make Money as a Real Estate Agent: 9 Strategies to Earn More

Let's review some tried-and-true ways to make money as a real estate agent, so you can grow your GCI and build a thriving real estate business.

How to Find Real Estate Investors to Work With (in Any Market)

Because investors continue to buy and sell properties regardless of whether it is an up or down market, it’s always a good time to work with investors.

December 15, 2023

How to Do a Comparative Market Analysis: A Step-by-Step Guide

Conducting accurate, consistent property valuations isn’t easy, and most agents aren’t taught this skill in their real estate classes. We’ll walk you through the entire process and give you a template to get you started.

November 30, 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.

April 24, 2023

8 Jobs You Can Get With a Real Estate License

Did you know that a real estate license opens the door to a number of different careers?

September 29, 2022

How to Explain 1031 Exchange Rules to Your Clients (in Plain English)

It's crucial to understand 1031 exchange rules so you can better serve your real estate investor clients—so we've broken them down for you, in plain English.

August 9, 2022

How to Use the BRRRR Method to Build Passive Income in Real Estate (Quickly)

If you’re just getting started as an investor or you’re an agent who wants to maximize profits for buyers, you’ll need a solid investment strategy.

October 18, 2021