realtors: How Referrals Can Take Your Business to the Next Level
- 04/18/18 11:13 AM
“A lead is simply an inquiry on a property. A referral is a lead that’s been qualified: The person giving the referral has taken time to ask specific questions that qualify that lead.” — agent quoted in the 2018 Agent-to-Agent Economy study by ReferralExchange For newer agents entering the industry, leads are an important part of how they grow their business. However, for more established agents, referrals represent a real opportunity not just in business coming in but in creating a network where they can refer clients out. Many clients may need an agent outside their main agent’s geographic area or service … (1 comments)
realtors: Wondering Where We're Headed Next?
- 02/15/18 12:37 PM
We really enjoy traveling to different industry events across the country. It gives us a chance to meet new people, see old friends and connect with the amazing agents in our network – and 2018 is shaping up to be a great year. If you’re attending any of these conferences, drop us a line at marketing@referralexchange.com. We’d love to connect! February: RE/MAX R4 – Las Vegas, NV June: CAR Woman Up! – Pasadena, CA July: Inman Connect – San Francisco, CA August: Florida Assoc. Realtors – Orlando, FL August: RE/MAX Broker – Washington, D.C. October: NAGLREP – Palm Springs, CA October: California … (1 comments)
realtors: Five Keys To Turning Lead Gen 'Dates' Into Long-Term Relationships
- 08/25/17 09:01 AM
Lead generation is a lot like online dating. It’s important for agents to create a virtual online relationship with their clients and prospects if their programs are going to be successful. There’s no “magic bullet,” but with focus and planning, online lead gen can definitely boost your business. Below are five ways to make your lead gen efforts more successful. 1. Be trustworthy. Make sure your photo is current and that your information is consistent on all business-related sites. You might prefer your photo from 10 years ago, but a prospective client MUST be able to recognize you at a coffee shop based … (0 comments)
realtors: 3 Budget-Friendly Ways to Boost Sales & Attract More Clients
- 08/24/17 11:03 AM
You’ve been there before and you’ll be there again—whether you’re working through a rough patch or in the thick of your slowest season—you still need to drive sales and attract new clients. If you need a budget-friendly way to drive more clients, we have three ideas to try. Whether you plan to partner with a home stager or put your Twitter skills to the test, you’ll be one step closer to closing your next deal. Cross-Promote with Other Agents and Partners. A simple but effective way to broaden your reach and attract more clients is collaborating with like-minded agents or companies that offer complementary … (1 comments)
realtors: Drive Referrals from Your Vendor and Professional Network
- 04/06/17 08:47 AM
Vendors and professional resources can be a huge source of referral opportunities — but you must keep yourself top of mind with both them and your clients. Rob Morelli, CEO and Co-Founder of HomeKeepr — a home vendor recommendation app that agents can customize and give to their clients — recently joined us to share tools and tips that help maximize the potential of your network precisely to increase your referral business. Rob, whose company helps homeowners discover the best home service pros in their communities through "local expert" recommendations, shared how to accomplish all of the following: Generate the most … (0 comments)
The holidays are a great time to pause, reflect and recharge. It’s also a great time to give back to those who are less fortunate. We recently joined our partner Giveback Homes on an unforgettable build trip to Nicaragua to help build a home for the Garcia family — who, like many, are living in inadequate housing. In partnership with Habitat for Humanity, we worked alongside several Giveback Homes members, as well as Lion & Orb and Concierge Auctions to give the family of eight a safe and stable place to call home. You … (0 comments)
realtors: 6 Reasons Agents Should Join the Snapchat Phenomenon
- 06/13/16 02:24 AM
Managing Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram accounts for your business can be challenging. So is it really necessary to add another social media account to the list?
If we’re talking about Snapchat – the real-time image-based messaging app that has 100 million daily users, and your client base is primarily Gen Xers and Millennials – the short answer is yes. While you may be apprehensive to create yet another social platform, this app has already proven to be an excellent way to create client engagement and retention. Given below are six reasons you should embrace the Snapchat phenomenon.
Millennials … (24 comments)
realtors: 10 Motivational Quotes Worth Sharing
- 04/20/16 01:48 AM
Working in the real estate industry can be unpredictable—filled with ups and downs, highs and lows. One minute you’ve helped your clients close on their dream home, while another has fallen out of escrow. Yes, this business is unpredictable, but it can also be incredibly rewarding. Everyone lifts themselves up in different ways—whether it’s listening to music, taking a long jog, or reading pearls of wisdom from the great minds and sages of the world. As Epictetus once said, “It's not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters.” Whatever it may be, don’t forget to share it … (5 comments)
realtors: Tax Time Ahead: 5 Helpful Tips for Agents
- 03/24/16 02:23 AM
Tax time is just around the corner. If you haven’t already done so, here are some tips to help you get started – and to get you better organized for next year! And, of course, always work with a Tax Advisor or Accountant:
1) Use a Money Management Program: Organize, track and manage all expenses with finance tools like Quicken, Quikbooks or Mint.com. Automatically integrate these platforms by adding personal bank accounts to categorize spending habits, so you can track details year round.
2) Reference last year’s tax returns: Reference last year’s returns to make sure that you don’t miss any deductions. You can also ask your … (18 comments)
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