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9 Services Smart Brokerages Are Offering to Attract More Agents

Today’s sophisticated agents want more from their brokerage than just the basic file review, supervision, and commission disbursement. So if you don’t want to get left in the dust, make sure you're offering these key services.

Sean Moudry
Sean Moudry
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How to Estimate Real Estate Brokerage Expenses

Want to open your own brokerage? Let's get your budget in order! We break each cost category down, explain it in detail, and help you estimate your revenue and complete your accounting plan.

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6 Steps to Creating a Real Estate Brokerage Budget (+ Worksheet)

Creating a successful budget for a new real estate brokerage takes a lot more effort than most new brokers think. There are many elements you must consider when creating your real estate brokerage budget.

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The 5 Employees You Need to Hire to Grow Your Brokerage

Having been in real estate for 27-years, I have opened or relaunched nine real estate brokerages. Some were small independent brokerages and others were large brokerages with a national franchise. So I have had a lot of experience with hiring (and firing) employees at the brokerage level.

Branding + PR

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July 31, 2024

10 Tips to Choose Great Real Estate Domain Names (+ Name Generator)

Struggling to come up with a domain name for your real estate business? Use our expert tips and free real estate domain name generator to find one that will help you dominate your market for years to come.

July 22, 2024

The 7 Best Real Estate Social Networks

Social media marketing should be a critical part of any real estate agent’s growth strategy. But with so many choices, how do you decide where to invest your time, energy, and resources? 

July 11, 2024

The 24 Best Real Estate Social Media Templates

If you're looking for high-quality real estate social media templates, we've curated some of the best options for you. We also included a list of trusted sources that create them exclusively for our industry.

July 3, 2024

The 6 Essential Real Estate AI Tools for Agents in 2024

More and more software companies are integrating AI into their services, making the lives of real estate agents all over the world easier and more efficient. When agents aren’t bogged down by all the mundane tasks of running a business, they can focus on building relationships with potential clients.

Brokerage Tech

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July 18, 2024

Predictive Analytics in Real Estate: Best Practices & Software for Agents

Imagine predicting exactly who will sell their property in the next 12 months. It used to take a mind reader to get that kind of inside intel, but now you just need some big data and the right artificial intelligence company to interpret it. Here are a few worth checking out.

June 20, 2024

The 15 Best Apps for Real Estate Agents (2024)

With so many apps on the market today, figuring out which ones deserve space on your phone or iPad isn’t easy. That’s why we put together this list of the most innovative mobile tools that are helping Realtors stay organized, market their brands, and close more deals.

April 26, 2024

Agently Review: Pricing, Features, Pros & Cons (2024)

Agently is like your modern real estate coach equipped with an innovative toolkit to streamline operations and maximize agents’ productivity.

January 29, 2024

4 Real Estate Technology Trends to Watch in 2024

Real estate tech trends are changing the way we do business for the better. We break down what we saw at NAR’s 2023 NXT conference to show you how you can capitalize on the latest technology in your business.

Enterprise Budgeting

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January 5, 2024

The Average Real Estate Broker Salary for Every State

Figuring out how much money a typical real estate broker makes is like trying to catch lightning in a bottle. But we’ve got some great tools and information to break it all down.

December 7, 2023

9 Common Mistakes New Broker-Owners Make (+ How to Avoid Them)

Establishing a solid foundation for your brokerage is not just a recommendation—it's the key to long-term sustainability. By understanding these nine essential aspects, you can position yourself as a trusted broker and ensure the growth and viability of your new business. 

Recruiting Agents

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July 11, 2024

How to Build a Real Estate Team in 7 Steps + Mistakes to Avoid

According to a recent National Association of Realtors survey, more than 26% of Realtors in the United States belong to teams. Real estate teams are a fantastic way to share the costs of marketing, broaden your expertise, and mitigate the risks that are a part of a volatile industry like real estate.

May 2, 2024

Real Estate Commission Splits: Everything Agents Need to Know

If you’re like most agents, diving into the details of your real estate agent commission splits might not be as thrilling as closing a big sale, but getting it right can make all the difference in your paycheck.

December 6, 2023

9 Pros & Cons of Being a Real Estate Agent (+ Tips for Success)

Choosing a career in real estate is a big decision, and you should feel fully prepared to move forward. Or perhaps not move forward. That’s why we're sharing some not-so-popular opinions on this industry to really get you thinking.

September 15, 2023

The Ultimate Guide to Recruiting Agents for Your Team or Brokerage (+ Scripts)

Recruiting the right way means building relationships. Create trust and show prospects that you care. This ensures that you attract the right agents and increases your chances of retaining them after you have invested a lot of time and money in onboarding and training.

Craft an Inspiring Real Estate Mission Statement

Are you planning to start your own team or brokerage, or maybe fine-tune your own business as a single agent? There’s a crucial first step that many overlook: establishing your mission statement.

June 4, 2024

13 Jobs You Can Get With a Real Estate License

Did you know that a real estate license opens the door to a number of different careers?

June 3, 2024

Real Estate Branding: The Complete Guide for Agents

If you’ve spent any amount of time trying to come up with great real estate branding, you’ll eventually reach one conclusion: Building a brand is HARD. Like, really hard. If you want to build a brand that lasts, you’re going to need some help.

May 6, 2024

94 Creative Real Estate Company Names + How to Create Your Own

Most real estate company names are boring at best. So before you open up yet another “Superior Realty,” check out these examples, branding tips and our very own name generator.

April 18, 2024

7 Steps to Writing a Real Estate Business Plan (+ Template)

Whether you are a solo agent, leading team or founding a brokerage, our free real estate business plan templates will help focus your strategy, define your goals, and lay your path for growth and success.

April 3, 2024

How to Start a Real Estate Brokerage in 2024 (Without Going Broke)

Ultimately, the decision of whether to start a brokerage has to be yours, but if you have the right motivation, financing, planning, and vision, 2023 could be your year.

October 11, 2023