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Finding The Right Broker

2022-08-05T09:28:14-04:00May 1st, 2022|Categories: Choosing a Sponsoring Broker, Real Estate, Real Estate Business Tools|

Every real estate agent must work under a sponsoring broker to maintain a Real Estate Salesperson License in NY. Finding the right broker for you is very important. You want to choose a broker that you are comfortable with and can mentor you. Do not base choosing a broker solely on the commission split. Obviously, that is an important factor but 100% of nothing sold is $0.00.  As a new agent, you are going to need training, mentoring, support, and a company that is willing to stand beside you and your goals. You have a lot of choices. Do your homework. [...]

How to Find Your First Real Estate Client

2022-08-11T15:16:25-04:00April 15th, 2022|Categories: Real Estate, Real Estate Business Tools, Real Estate Salesperson|

So, you decided to become a real estate agent. You found the right office location and settled in, but you don’t know how to find your first real estate client. We won’t say that the hard part is over, and finding clients will be a piece of cake. On the contrary, we will tell you that your actual hard work begins just now. Now is the time to put all of your perseverance and dedication into being a successful agent. Without them, your chances of making it into this business are minimal. Therefore, prepare to spend many days researching, planning, organizing, [...]

Continuing Education Requirements

2022-08-11T15:18:45-04:00April 1st, 2022|Categories: Approved Continuing Education, Continuing Education, Real Estate, Real Estate Broker|

In the last two years, so many changes have occurred in the New York real estate continuing education requirements. Most recently, on December 21st, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a series of new Fair Housing bills into law. Including additional required continuing education topics for the real estate salesperson and broker licensee. What are the Current Continuing Education Requirements? As of July 1, 2021, all licensees must successfully complete 22.5 hours of approved continuing education. It must include at least 2.5 hours of ethical business practices or NAR Code of Ethics.  At least 1 hour of recent legal matters and at least [...]

Challenges Real Estate Agents Face Today

2022-08-16T13:52:53-04:00March 15th, 2022|Categories: Real Estate, Real Estate Business Tools, Real Estate Salesperson|

Aside from the costs of starting a career in real estate, prospective agents benefit from facing up to the biggest challenges real estate agents face today. Next to technological advances and online trends, even climate change is exerting some influence on the industry. Some of these problems typically affect real estate agents and brokerages equally. Some are unique to the solo work you will have to do. So, let’s take a closer look at the challenges and possible solutions. Low inventory The equation is straightforward: Without the goods, you don’t have income. And the real estate market today suffers from a pronounced [...]

Is a Career in Real Estate Right for You?

2022-08-16T13:55:05-04:00February 15th, 2022|Categories: Real Estate, Real Estate Salesperson|

Eager to find a new occupation or a part-time job? A career in real estate might just be the solution to all of your problems. Many people in the US are interested in finding a job that can be financially rewarding, has flexible working hours, and lets you hone your social skills. Yet, keep in mind that becoming a real estate agent has its own set of challenges you should think about when considering the following burning question - is a career in real estate right for you? Read on to find out. Is becoming a real estate agent easy? Nowadays, there are [...]

Common Mistakes Real Estate Agents Make

2022-08-16T13:57:28-04:00January 17th, 2022|Categories: Real Estate, Real Estate Business Tools, Real Estate Salesperson|

Being a real estate agent can be a rewarding job. It isn’t easy to start, and it certainly isn’t easy to become the best. However, knowing the most common mistakes real estate agents make might help you get off to a solid start in your real estate career. Knowing these mistakes from the beginning and learning how to avoid them will take you higher in your career and much faster. So keep reading to find out how you can start on the right foot. Expecting immediate success Success doesn’t come that fast and that easily. Real estate is a growing profession [...]

Agent’s Guide to Surviving the Winter

2022-09-07T15:54:05-04:00December 15th, 2021|Categories: Broker, Continuing Education, Real Estate, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools, Real Estate Salesperson|Tags: |

Winter is considered a slow season for many businesses. The real estate world is no different, as there seems to be significantly less work during the cold months. With holidays just around the corner, the clients' focus seems to shift from buying and selling to spending more time with their loved ones. While that kind of mindset isn't particularly working out in your favor as a real estate agent - at least not in a financial sense - you too could benefit from the decreased workload. To learn how, continue reading this real estate agent's guide to surviving the winter. Real [...]

Agent’s Guide to Making a Great First Impression

2022-09-21T16:37:32-04:00December 6th, 2021|Categories: Real Estate, Real Estate Business Tools, Real Estate Salesperson|Tags: |

First impressions are lasting impressions. If you're a real estate agent, you know what we're talking about. Since your success directly depends on your connection with prospective clients, you know the importance of first impressions. So, no matter if you've been in the business for years or you're a newbie, every client is like a fresh start. That's why you need to stand out from the competition and wow your clients from the first moment they see you. Unfortunately, you have only one chance to do this properly. Therefore, to prepare for your next meeting, read the following agent's guide to [...]

Real Estate License in Multiple States

2022-11-22T10:37:26-05:00November 28th, 2021|Categories: Advance Your Career, Florida Real Estate, Real Estate Business Tools|

There are many reasons why you might find yourself tempted to expand your business to a different state. However, possibly different laws and the fear of starting from scratch can make this a daunting task. To help you along, we have decided to explain how to get a real estate license in multiple states. Portability Let us first discuss the states which, interestingly enough, do not require you to get a real estate license. Tied into this is the concept of 'portability.' Meaning the extent to which your current license will allow you to be acknowledged as a proper real [...]

Sell Your House For More Money

2022-09-21T16:42:04-04:00November 20th, 2021|Categories: Real Estate, Real Estate Scams|

Making changes to your home can be a lot of fun. It’s enjoyable transforming an old room into one that’s modern and exciting. Besides being entertaining, home improvements can really help when it’s time to move. Not only can they entice buyers into making an offer, they can earn you more money. It's the improvements that help sell your house for more money. However, not every remodeling project helps you financially. Read on for some tips on picking the right project, including how to avoid some common home improvement scams. Remodeling For Resale If you are hoping to raise your home’s [...]

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