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Leadership in real estate isn’t just about motivating your agents to close more deals. It’s about creating a culture of trust, driving clarity during uncertain times, and helping your team grow into the best version of themselves. Whether you lead a small team or a multi-office brokerage, sharpening your leadership skills is essential for long-termRead …
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[Open in App] Is an Above-Ground Pool a Solid Investment for Your Home? A Realtor® & Pool Expert Answer While the sun has set on installing an in-ground pool before the chill sets in, an above-ground pool could still be an option. In fact, you could have a pre-fab pool delivered and installed in aRead …
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When it comes to real estate lead generation, the journey from lead to closed deal is rarely a straight line. It’s easy to become discouraged by challenges such as seemingly low-value leads or non-responsive leads. However, true success in lead conversion isn’t about avoiding these obstacles—it’s about building the confidence and strategic framework to overcomeRead …
Connections Plus Reality Check: Overcoming Common Obstacles Read More »
In the competitive world of real estate, a successful business hinges on an effective lead strategy. However, not all leads are created equal, and understanding the fundamental differences between shared and non-shared leads is crucial for optimizing your efforts and maximizing your return on investment. The right approach isn’t about one type of lead beingRead …
Connections Lead Follow-Up Best Practices (Shared vs. Non-Shared) Read More »
Highlights – July 2025 marks a two-year streak of rent decline for 0-2 bedroom properties since trend data began in 2020. Asking rents dipped by $43 (-2.5%) year over year. – The median asking rent in the 50 largest metros registered at $1,712, $47 (-2.7%) lower than its August 2022 peak but $254 (17.4%) higherRead …
July 2025 Rental Report: Multifamily Supply Pulls Back Amid Growing Headwinds Read More »
Consumer Price Index—July 2025 What happened to inflation in July The July Consumer Price Index (CPI) flattened with annual inflation remaining at 2.7%, while core inflation climbed to 3.1%, up from 2.9% in June and reaching its highest level since February. On a month-to-month basis, headline CPI grew 0.2%, while core prices, which exclude moreRead …
CPI-Overall Inflation Flattens, but Core CPI Ticks Up to 3.1% with Tariffs in Focus Read More »
[Open in App] I’m 42, Make $200K, and I Bought a $1M Home With a Rental ADU That Pays Our Mortgage Thinking about buying a home, but not sure how to afford it? Welcome to the Down Payment Diaries, where real people spill about how they saved and splurged on their path to homeownership. IfRead …
I’m 42, Make $200K, and I Bought a $1M Home With a Rental ADU That Pays Our Mortgage Read More »
If you’ve been in real estate for any length of time, you’ve probably been pitched a new designation or certification. GRI, CRS, ABR, SRES, the alphabet soup can be overwhelming. Each promises more expertise, more credibility, and, of course, more income. But do those extra letters after your name actually pay off? The answer isRead …
Do real estate designations really pay off? Here’s what the data says Read More »
