All Real Estate Articles - Page 12

How to Become a Real Estate Appraiser in 7 Steps

By Kiah Treece on May 3, 2019 | How To, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (3)

A real estate appraiser estimates the market value of commercial or residential property. The requirements for becoming an appraiser differ by state, but national requirements dictate that candidates must have college-level education, complete prelicensing courses, acquire industry experience, and pass the appraiser exam. Visit your state’s licensing board to confirm state-specific requirements. Becoming a real…

6 Best Home Inspector Training Schools 2019

By Kiah Treece on May 1, 2019 | Buyer's Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (0)

Home inspector training varies by state but generally includes online courses and field training for inspecting structures, mechanicals, and other parts of residential properties. We compared dozens of home inspection training programs and identified the six best options—including the best overall—based on factors like price, course availability and format, customer support, and student reviews. Top…

Best Real Estate Coaches 2019: Ferry vs Buffini vs Proctor

By Diana Bourgeois on April 29, 2019 | Buyer's Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (13)

A real estate coach is someone with a proven record of success in the industry who mentors agents/brokers towards business growth. Real estate coaching might include marketing and sales training, tips on getting leads, and client relationship guidance. We reviewed multiple coaches and landed on the top three based on popularity, effectiveness, and cost. Anyone…

Best Real Estate Companies to Work for 2019

By Diana Bourgeois on April 29, 2019 | Buyer's Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (74)

A real estate company is a brokerage—either national or local—that employs licensed real estate agents who represent local buyers and sellers. We compared 11 national real estate brokerages and chose the six to work for—including the best overall—based on commissions, fees, training, brand recognition, and marketing efforts. Before you find the right brokerage to work…

Part-time Real Estate Agent ― Can It Work?

By Diana Bourgeois on April 29, 2019 | How To, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers |

A part-time real estate agent spends fewer than 40 hours per week representing buyers or sellers for property transactions. Being a part-time real estate agent can result in boosted income and a flexible schedule. However, income can be less when compared to a full-time agent, making this best for people with other income streams. Part-time…

32 Best Real Estate Agent Websites & Tips 2019

By Diana Bourgeois on April 24, 2019 | Listicle, Real Estate, Real Estate Marketing | Comments (0)

Real estate agent websites — the primary online presence for a real estate agent — use straightforward navigation, attractive images, and clear calls to action to ensure visitor engagement. We’ve compiled a list of 32 examples of the best real estate agent websites that use these elements to bring in buyer and seller leads, maximizing…

California Real Estate License Renewal in 5 Steps

By Diana Bourgeois on April 24, 2019 | How To, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (0)

California real estate agent license renewal must happen every four years to keep a license active; renewal requirements include the completion of 45 clock hours of mandatory continuing (CE) coursework and submission of course completion proof to the state of California. Coursework must be completed within 90 days of license expiration. Preparing for California real…

How to Make Money in Real Estate: 36 Tips From the Pros

By Diana Bourgeois on April 22, 2019 | How To, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (5)

There are many ways to make money in real estate. Experienced real estate professionals suggest options such as selling niche listings (like FSBOs), engaging in mortgage lending and investing in tax liens. For advice on how to become profitable in the real estate industry, review the 36 tips from real estate experts below. Here are…

11 Scripts for Real Estate Internet Leads

By Diana Bourgeois on April 19, 2019 | Real Estate, Real Estate Sales, Templates | Comments (1)

Scripts for real estate internet leads are pre-written phone conversations designed to collect information from leads generated through online channels. Effective scripts ask questions about demographics, property interests/features, financing, and information not gathered on lead capture forms. These internet scripts are best for new real estate agents who get rattled on the phone. 11 Scripts…

6 Best Online Real Estate Appraiser Training Providers 2019

By Kiah Treece on April 18, 2019 | Buyer's Guide, Real Estate, Real Estate Careers | Comments (1)

Real estate appraiser training teaches you how to determine the value of property according to state and national guidelines in preparation for the appraiser licensing exam. We considered dozens of online appraisal classes and picked the six best—including the best overall—based on pricing, geographic availability, format, and platform ease of use. Top 6 Real Estate…

Top 25 New Real Estate Agent Tips from the Pros

By Diana Bourgeois on April 1, 2019 | Real Estate, Real Estate Careers, Tip List | Comments (2)

If you are just beginning in real estate, having the right tools and advice can make the difference between accelerated career growth and plateauing—or worse, losing clients. To ensure you’re on the right path, we reached out to 25 top real estate pros for tips about how to be successful as a new agent. Here…

How to Create a Strong Zillow Agent Profile [+10 Examples]

By Kiah Treece on April 1, 2019 | How To, Real Estate, Real Estate Sales | Comments (0)

With nearly 190 million monthly visitors, Zillow is the leading online real estate marketplace. A compelling Zillow profile is essential for agents who want to convert those visitors into warm leads. To create one, sign up on Zillow.com and craft an agent account with professional photography, positive reviews, and a strong call to action. Follow…