These Keller Williams Agents Are Redefining the Future of Real Estate

By Geoffrey Schierbaum | June 30, 2017

Innovators

The Brian Gubernick Team and Five Doors Network have one thing in common: their business has ballooned. They’re using innovative growth strategies to push the boundaries of their business and are shaping the future of real estate.

10 Networking Tips for Working Any Room

By Geoffrey Schierbaum | June 27, 2017

Networking
Networking is essential for building relationship and referral-based businesses. While every real estate agent understands the value of networking, some are more effective than others. Whether you are at an enormous convention l…

Keller Williams Outperforms Industry on List of Top Agents and Teams

By Geoffrey Schierbaum | June 23, 2017

Strong Results
Keller Williams, the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count, has more agent and teams ranked by closed transactions and sales volume than any other franchise in the 2017 REAL Trends’ “The Thousand.”

Taking Listings in a Low Inventory Market

By Geoffrey Schierbaum | June 22, 2017

Listings

You don’t have to look far to realize that low inventory isn’t just A story but THE story of real estate in many parts of the country right now. Although inventory has dropped 8.4 percent in the past year (National Association of REALTORS®), the market remains bright.

The team at Five Star Real Estate Group hasn’t let tightened inventory stand in the way of their success. Their business is proof that with an emphasis on taking listings, any agent/team can rise above inventory challenges to meet the needs of their clients and take their unfair share of the market.

Overcoming Barriers to Homeownership

By Geoffrey Schierbaum | June 22, 2017

Homeownership

June is National Homeownership Month, and as Americans celebrate the benefits of owning a home, many still eagerly hope that the American Dream will be a reality for them sometime soon.

While some of the barriers to homeownership are out of one’s control or can take years to overcome, there are three barriers homeowners can blast through right now to get closer to having the keys in their hands.

How, Where and What to Shoot: Real Estate Video Made Easy

By Geoffrey Schierbaum | June 21, 2017

Video Marketing

Joe DeVanon, creative director of Win-Win Productions, Keller Williams Realty International’s video department, is passionate about agents leveraging video in their business. “Video can increase your business tremendously,” he explains. “And, there’s no need to spend a fortune on video equipment. All you need is a smartphone.”

Tap Into the Power of Your Sphere!

By Geoffrey Schierbaum | June 16, 2017

Generating Business
When Tasha Miller transitioned from stay-at-home mom to Keller Williams agent in November, she never imagined how rewarding a career in real estate would be. In just eight months, she has generated $3.5 million in volum…

Replace Your Homeownership Fears With Facts

By Geoffrey Schierbaum | June 16, 2017

Homeownership
During the month of June we are celebrating National Homeownership Month by providing you with valuable information on the KW Blog. Although there are many great reasons to buy a home, taking the plunge into homeownership can…

Gary Keller and Jay Papasan’s Top Reads for a Productive Summer

By Geoffrey Schierbaum | June 14, 2017

Productivity

Summer has a lot to offer – warm weather, fun vacations and a variety of outdoor activities. In fact, our lives can become packed with so many things, we easily find ourselves becoming less productive. However, with a little light summer reading, you can find the inspiration you need to get your life and business on track to keep up with the demands of the busy summer selling season!

The ONE Thing and The Millionaire Real Estate Agent authors Gary Keller and Jay Papasan have seven book suggestions to help you keep your summer productivity at an all-time high!

Leverage Your 80 Percent – Hire an Assistant

By Geoffrey Schierbaum | June 11, 2017

Leverage

“Having an assistant changed my life and it can change yours too.”

Monica Reynolds, GM/Partner of Heller Real Estate Group, says the secret to leveraging your 80 percent is simple – hire an assistant!