Success in real estate depends on an agent’s ability to negotiate deals, manage appointments, and serve clients. You also have to stay on top of industry news and trends. However, the best real estate agent tips for success are those that help generate a constant stream of high-quality leads. The following 14 tips will help…
How to Create Successful Real Estate Drip Campaigns (+ Examples)
A real estate drip campaign delivers scheduled emails―and sometimes text messages―to a lead. They are called drip campaigns because they are sent at regular intervals, but can also be triggered when leads take specific actions, such as clicking a link or replying. Over time, these messages build trust and increase sales. If you are ready…
The Ultimate Guide to Real Estate Referrals
A real estate referral is a term used to describe what happens when an agent is introduced to a potential new client through a mutual connection, whether that connection is a past client, fellow agent, or member of the community. It is also one of the cheapest and easiest ways to grow your business, making…
How to Renew Your California Real Estate License
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. These are the five…
Open House Follow-up Email Templates to Try Today
Open houses are one of the best ways to gain leads in real estate outside of working your sphere of influence. However, in order to nurture those leads, you need to establish a flow of communication. We have prepared several email templates you can use today to keep potential buyers engaged in the process. You…
13 Ways to Get Expired Listings
Expired listings are properties that are unsold by the listing’s expiration date and haven’t been renewed for sale. It’s possible for agents to get expired listings manually or through a paid lead source. Ultimately, expired listings are great for agents who want to capitalize on this niche or secondary market to boost sales. Real estate…
How to Become a Home Inspector in 8 Steps
Home inspectors conduct a thorough inspection of a home prior to purchase. With an average annual income of over $58,000, this career offers a solid living with a flexible schedule. However, you’ll need to get specific education and experience before you can start inspections. These are the eight steps to take to become a home…
Best & Worst Time to Buy a House: Month-by-Month Analysis
The beginning of the year is typically the best time to buy a home. However, there are several factors that play into the economics of homebuying. The biggest are available interest rates, which affect buying power and the number of homes listed for sale in an area, also known as inventory. In addition, the state…
Prospecting Letter Templates That Will Bring You Business
Prospecting letters is the salesy-term used to describe letters sent to potential clients introducing you as an agent. These can be sent as emails; however, care and concern are the top qualities a buyer and seller want in their real estate agent, which are difficult traits to convey when you aren’t willing to risk the…
6 Best Online Schools for California Real Estate License Renewal
California real estate license renewal courses are required every four years, and agents must take 45 hours of coursework to meet state requirements for their first-time renewal. We reviewed a dozen California real estate license renewal courses online to identify the top providers. We then compared price, course format, selection of elective courses, and customer…
How to Write a Real Estate Business Plan (+ Free Template)
For most of us, writing a business plan can be compared to getting your annual teeth cleaning. It is something you don’t want to do yearly, but need to. I have always been a fan of the concept that “you can’t know where you are going until you know where you have been.” You must…
6 Best Real Estate Lead Generation Websites for 2021
In order to grow successfully in real estate, you need to have a lead generation strategy. Real estate lead generation websites can be invaluable tools to bring qualified, ready-to-buy leads right to your inbox. We examined many of these platforms based on ROI, lead quality, and customer service, and chose the six best real estate…