If current legislation that creates a path to legalization for 11 million undocumented immigrants is passed, the nation’s Hispanic real estate leaders estimate that it would create a new pool of 3 million homeowners and pump more than $500 billion* in sales, income and spending into the U.S. housing economy. According to an info graphic released today by the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), the chain reaction...

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Real estate can be an overwhelming career. While most business people have set days off, demands on your time as a real estate sales associate mean you never know how busy your weekend will be and forget taking a weekday off, too much to do, right? Think again, you can set your schedule and still profit. People are overwhelmed with the complexities of their own lives and are desperately seeking a way to maximize happiness in their home and work...

So many sales associates offer one message and it’s pointed at those ready to buy or sell now. But, HubSpot says you should have several messages available: “The most common offer I see on most websites is “Contact Us.” Sure, you want all your prospects to talk to sales, but not everyone is ready. As you know, buyers are more likely to do their own research before even engaging with a sales rep. And, every prospect is at a different...

At the Gathering of Eagles, an agent panel talked about different aspects of doing business as teams. One question was asked: What is more important technology, marketing or education? Their answers differed, and it’s interesting to note why: Tammy Spalding: The Group Colorado “Education. You have to have a strong leader who is respected and who excites sales associates. Leaders must be visionaries and great educators.” Ryan...