"On my scale of one to 10, this outstanding real estate sales training book rates a solid 10." -- Robert Bruss, nationally syndicated real estate columnist" This is not a book for average realty agents. Only the best real estate agents should read this intense book." -- Robert J. Bruss, Inman … [Read more...]

There is perhaps no more challenging job in real state than that of the first-time agent. According to the National Association of Realtors, 86 percent of new real estate agents don't make it past their first year, and most of them give up due to frustration and the overwhelming start-up … [Read more...]

Review “…updated edition takes readers through the many opportunities and challenges ….so they know what to expect and how best to succeed.” -- NAR Weekly Newsletter “For those thinking about a real estate career, no need to fish too far. This book is like having your own little … [Read more...]

Every year, thousands of Americans make the leap to an exciting, rewarding new career in real estate. If real estate is your dream career, passing the real estate license exam is the first step to success. With real estate basics and unbeatable study tips, Real Estate License Exams For Dummies … [Read more...]

Success as a Real Estate Agent For Dummies shows you how to make your fortune in the real estate business. Whether you are looking to rev up your real estate business, deciding whether to specialize in commercial or residential real estate, or just interested in refining specific skills, this … [Read more...]

The recession has taken a bite out of real estate agents' median incomes, which fell more than 13 percent last year nationwide. The median number of sales handled by agents also dropped – from four in 2007 to 3.5 transactions a year, the National Association of Realtors said Wednesday, and their … [Read more...]

Kathleen at Real Estate Marketing has two great tips for prequalifying prospects: In this crazy market, it’s even more important to make sure you’re working with clients who are serious about buying or selling.  The time required to close a deal is extended in the market today, so you need to … [Read more...]

As an avid bike rider I love to ride to work and just found an article in the Sarasota Herald that reminds me that there is one old but now incredibly important factor to think about when it comes to working with buyers and that is the bike commute for fitness fanatics and green consumers But … [Read more...]

Well here is a good balanced article about what life is like for Realtors as a whole. We get to see lots of Realtors making a million + per year but as we all know the average Realtor makes less than $15,000 per year.Housing Slowdown Smacks Realtors HardThis article not only points out what we all … [Read more...]

I ran across this non real estate related articles and thought it was interesting enough to put it on the blog. What do you think? Is it possible to live off the grid? Real Estate-wise what would it take to not use city power and use your own instead. In 2006 our family started contemplating the … [Read more...]