by AdminMelissa | May 5, 2022 | Real Estate Agent Tips
If you ask around, you will probably find that the average consumer knows more than one real estate agent. And, for the most part, I’d say that real estate professionals are not always seen in the most positive light. In fact, many are aligned with ambulance chasers...
by AdminMelissa | Apr 2, 2022 | Real Estate Agent Tips
Funny story: When my husband started out as a sales agent (many moons ago), I looked at his professional photos and commented that he looked too young and that maybe he should have dressed to look a little older. And now, he recently took a photo and I thought he...
by AdminMelissa | Mar 8, 2022 | Real Estate Agent Tips
If you’ve been around the block more than once or if you’ve done a handful of real estate transactions, I’m sure you will agree that there are certain “hot button” situations that raise your hackles… just like when someone rings your doorbell and your dog gets a...
by AdminMelissa | Feb 3, 2022 | Real Estate Agent Tips
Yes, you—a real estate agent—are an entrepreneur (in case you thought you were not). You operate your own business (often under a brokerage or franchise umbrella), and you take more financial risks than in other industries (being that you get compensated after closing...
by AdminMelissa | Jan 6, 2022 | Real Estate Agent Tips
I’d say that there are several factors involved if you plan to become an unstoppable real estate agent. But, the most basic one–the one that you need despite all others—is discipline, self-discipline. By discipline, I’m referring to showing up regularly and...
by AdminMelissa | Dec 4, 2021 | Real Estate Agent Tips
Looking for client gift ideas for the holiday season? Looking for something beyond the traditional refrigerator magnet calendar? There are tons of great gift ideas for clients, and gift-giving at the holidays (or at the very least, sending a card) is a great way to...
by AdminMelissa | Nov 12, 2021 | Editorials, Real Estate Agent Tips
With Thanksgiving upon us, there seems to be no better time to reflect on the year, on what you have, and on how to be a better you in 2021. It’s also a great time to express thanks and gratitude, not only for what we have but also for those that support us and who...
by AdminMelissa | Oct 1, 2021 | Real Estate Agent Tips
The other day on my social media feed, I saw a real estate professional post that she had almost 12 hours of back-to-back Zoom meetings. Wow, that’s a whole lot of time to sit in one place, don’t you agree? Lots of real estate agents worked from home prior to the...
by AdminMelissa | Sep 11, 2021 | General Business Tips
September 6th (Labor Day) was also National Read a Book Day across the United States. In honor of that day and because I really do like to read and listen to audio books when I am out and about, I’ve compiled a list of 5 of my favorite business books for real estate...
by AdminMelissa | Aug 10, 2021 | Real Estate Agent Tips
Real estate agents come in all shapes and sizes. They also have a variety of behavioral traits and personality types. To be able to support agents and help them be the most successful they can be, some brokerages (my own included) start off with new agents by...