Selling Eco-Friendly Homes in Massachusetts
With climate change on peoples’ minds and the United States looking to transition to clean energy with a goal of producing net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, people are looking for ways to go green. On top of that, utilities like energy and water can be expensive, especially in New England. This means more people are looking
Safety Tips For Real Estate Professionals
When thinking about professions that are dangerous, real estate agents don't usually make the top ten list. Sadly, real estate agents do need to be vigilant and aware as the dangers have been researched. According to a study conducted by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 38% of real estate professionals have feared for their personal safety.
The Dos and Don’ts of Social Media Posting for Real Estate
Using social media as a real estate agent comes as a part of the job given the sheer number of potential sellers and buyers who scroll on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Twitter daily. Think of the millions of people who could see your content and share your listings! Social media, unfortunately, is a double-edged sword. Some
5 Reasons to Pursue a Career in Real Estate
Have you been on the fence about whether or not to pursue your license in real estate? Depending on the state you find yourself living or wanting to sell in, there are different steps and requirements you will have to fulfill before becoming licensed. If you still aren’t convinced, however, here are 5 reasons why you
How to Find New Clients as a Real Estate Agent
In previous blogs, we have discussed that flexibility that comes with being a real estate agent. There are many perks to this - including being able to make your own schedule and getting to choose who you work with and how often you work. There are caveats to this liberty, however, as being fully in control of
A Day in the Life of a Real Estate Agent
Before officially deciding whether real estate is a career you would want to pursue, you might be wondering what a typical work day in the life of a real estate agent looks like. Unlike other professions such as doctors, teachers, baristas, etc. the daily activities of real estate agents are not publicly viewed. This is largely
What are the Steps to Getting your Real Estate License in Massachusetts?
Real estate is a great industry to break into if you are someone who does not have the desire, time, or money to pursue a years-long degree in a traditional higher-education setting. Unlike other academic pursuits, studying to become a real estate salesperson does not take up all your time and can be done in addition
Browsing That’s Built to Last: Online Safety for Agents
The Prince of Nigeria Has a Bridge to Sell You In the digital age, particularly amid a work-from-home boom, agent safety extends far beyond simply staying aware of your surroundings or even wearable safety technology. Today, real estate professionals must also be aware of digital dangers. From sophisticated hack jobs to high-tech identity theft, understanding and utilizing a
Realtor Safety Month
To create awareness surrounding REALTOR® Safety Month this September, we’ve teamed up with the Beverly Carter Foundation and asked their founder, Carl Carter, Jr. to tell us his mom's story and how his foundation helps countless agents stay safe while on the job. Click here to read more