Resources to Help You Start a Successful Real Estate Agency
Do you know where to go online to continue your real estate education? Do you know where to send your clients when they haven’t a clue about buying a house? Do you know the best sites for staying on top of industry trends?
We have gathered the most valuable resources for you, so you don’t have to spend time searching. These sites, tools, and blogs are highly recommended by agents and brokers.
Important associations
The National Association of REALTORS is the largest trade association in the U.S.A. To benefit from their services, you need to become a member.
This trade association helps anyone in the real estate industry, residential or commercial, stay informed about major trends and issues. You’ll find information on sales, housing prices, forecasts, trends, issues, and more. Keep an eye out for their annual report “Home Buyers and Sellers Profile.”
Invaluable resource hubs
Zillow, the online database of real estate listings, has its own resource section exclusively for real estate agents. From tools and training to success stories, you’ll find everything you need to take your business to the next level.
Start with the Housing Market Trends Report for 2019.
When it comes time for your clients to purchase a property, trust is key. Give them the knowledge they need to make an informed decision.
Send your buyer to Bank of America’s First Time Home Buyer Guide where they will find home financing calculators, mortgage rates, real estate and housing reports, checklists, interactive learning experiences, and more. You’ll likely find something useful for yourself too, so don’t skip checking this one out.
Note: Many other banks also have dedicated resources for real estate agents and their clients. Do a Google search for your own bank to see what’s available.
Joshua Dorkin—investor and founder of the BiggerPockets website—offers entertaining and informative videos walking you through everything you need to know about real estate investing. Get useful advice on buying, selling, and more.
If you prefer to listen your way to additional revenue, start here. And don’t miss out on perusing the BiggerPockets website—it’s an incredible resource!
News and trends
Consider Inman News the Mashable of real estate news. For daily real estate news, videos, and opinions from professionals, it’s the place to be. Start with this article on home buying trends for 2020 and beyond.
If you like Reddit’s look and feel, Realty Times might be your go-to for news. This site offers diverse content from agent advice to consumer outlook advice.
Marketing and tools
When it comes to figuring out how to market and brand your business, you may be wondering where to start. After all, real estate is already-saturated.
If you want to grow your business using technology, the articles on GeekEstate will help. Geeky contributors review new tools and technology, as well as provide advice on SEO, online listings, and building an online reputation.
Top resources include a checklist for getting started in the business.
Placester is an online CRM tool that gives you everything you need to promote, grow, and manage your real estate business online. Even if you’re not looking for a CRM platform just yet, take a look at Placester’s “Academy,” which offers an impressive (and free) collection of infographics, ebooks, presentations, and videos.
Ongoing education
Whether you’re starting or advancing your real estate career, Kaplan Real Estate Education offers a fantastic selection of training and courses. It’s broken down by state, so you can find courses near you, including the all-important initial certification course. There are plenty of online and home-study courses too.
When you need a laugh
Everyone needs a break from the serious side of things. The Lighter Side of Real Estate bills itself as “an escape from your daily real estate hustle,” and it is just that! If you need a good laugh, this is the place to be.
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