5 Simple Life Hacks to Boost Experience

Blog Contributor New REALTOR®, Professional Development, Rookies, Sales & Marketing 7 Comments

By Sam DeBord Real estate rookies can really kick start their learning experience by picking up some simple shortcuts from those who’ve been selling for many years.  These are just a few of the real estate “hacks” I’ve learned over the years from seasoned practitioners that improved my experience and knowledge in simple yet effective ways. 1. Know the Concierge …

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I Wish I Knew Then What I Know Now

Blog Contributor Business Challenges, Helpful Tools, Professional Development, Sales & Marketing 15 Comments

By Scott Newman So you’ve made it through the worst of the real estate bubble, you’ve developed a nice client base, and you’re taking over the entire industry – great! If that’s the case, then this blog isn’t for you. Instead, this blog focuses on what we as veterans of the industry can share with the newbies to shorten the …

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How to Handle Negative Blog Comments

Blog Contributor Code of Ethics, communication 4 Comments

By Brooke Wolford I recently received a really negative comment on one of my YPN Lounge posts. When I first received word of the comment, I was really taken aback. It seemed as if the person who commented had some personal issue with me.  I was honestly very offended. I debated over the weekend whether or not to address the …

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Clean Your Social Media House in 2012

Blog Contributor Managing Your Office, Professional Development, Sales & Marketing, Social Media 10 Comments

By Stefanie Hahn Make a New Year’s resolution to better manage your name and online reputation. The first step is to figure out which social media platforms work best for you and your business. Check out my video to learn more. Stefanie Hahn is the education director for Coldwell Banker Hearthside, REALTORS® in Collegeville, Pa. Visit her Web site: www.StefanieHahn.com.

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Video: Tips to Help You Embrace Agent Ranking

Blog Contributor Helpful Tools, Professional Development, Technology & Social Media 1 Comment

By Stefanie Hahn Learn to embrace online agent ranking and review sites by staying informed and engaged. It’s all about reputation management, and this tutorial will give you a few tips on getting started. Stefanie Hahn is the education director for Coldwell Banker Hearthside, REALTORS® in Malvern, Pa. Visit her Web site: www.StefanieHahn.com.

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Is Any Publicity Good Publicity?

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By Toby Boyce In my prior life I spent eight years working in higher education public relations where I heard over and over again that “any publicity is good publicity.” But I’ve never understood it. A football team has the longest losing streak in the nation can get publicity, but is it good? However, I whole-heartedly agree that any publicity …

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Pants On The Ground: Beyond Your 15 Minutes

Blog Contributor Business Challenges, Professional Development 2 Comments

By Brian Copeland I’m really tired of “Pants On The Ground” from American Idol.  It was a moment of time that a few cool people jumped on and then it was over.  Now, seeing the late-to-the-party-people start talking about it just makes me pull out my southern statement of, “Bless Their Heart.”  All that aside, we face the same eminent …