6 Ways to Get a New Listing Within One Month
Most of the agents asking me for advice all seem to have one thing in common. They have trouble getting listings. And as the market has changed recently with less inventory and more buyers, listings are more profitable than ever, but harder to obtain. Fortunately there are a lot of agents killing it right now and listing more than ever. So there is a way! Let’s skip the small talk and jump into getting you some listings. Expired...
14 Free Sites to Post on For Real Estate Leads
I always tell new real estate agents that don’t have a marketing budget not to let that hold them back. I generated tons of leads without spending any money. In the beginning, I had no money, so I had to use my time. I found free places all over the Internet to post ads. Most of the sites are not specifically real estate related, but all of the sites in this list are free and you can post real estate ads on them. Before I start,...
Reader Q&A: Should New Agents Concentrate on Listings or Buyers?
Today’s reader question may be one of the most commonly asked questions, and a pretty tough one to answer. Every new agent is looking for the quickest path to get their first closing, but it can be really hard to figure out which direction to take. The answer is not the same for everyone, but I’m going to give you some advice on how to decide what is best for you.
How to Make Prospects Choose You Over Other Agents
This post today is a must-read. It may change the way you sell real estate. I have spent a lot of time studying the psychology that goes into sales because I find it fascinating. What goes on in a person’s mind to make them choose one agent over another? I just interviewed several people that I know that have recently listed their house, and asked them a ton of questions about why and how they chose their agent. (Click here for...
Reader Q&A: How Do I Create a Listing Packet on a Small Budget?
The listing packet is an important part of a real estate agent’s marketing plan. If the prospect sees your listing packet, that means they have already invited you in. You are in their home speaking to them about listing it. It’s make or break time. Are you ready to close the deal? Here’s today’s question from a reader: Question: I am a Canadian rural Realtor. What exactly should I put in a listing package /...