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RISMEDIA, April 29, 2011—I find that many of my clients avoid marketing when it comes to their sphere of influence. Yet statistics show that your sphere of influence can be the greatest source of referrals. Let’s look at how you can dig in and get the “gold.”
Tip 1: Define and Grade Your Sphere of Influence
When is the last time that you took a good look at your contact list? What is the total? What are the categories in that group?
RISMEDIA, April 28, 2011—There was a time not too long ago when the main demographic target of any real estate agent was the generation of Baby Boomers. This was a generation that valued the American dream of owning a home, and looked to the expertise of the agent. With that in mind, all agents advertised themselves in the same manner. Each had a specific role, whether it be Listing Agent, Buyer’s Agent, etc., and would take a glamour shot that was attached to bus benches and business cards, and would hand out calendars and magnetized notepads. These agents would rely on word-of-mouth referrals and the loyalty of their customers.
RISMEDIA, April 28, 2011—One in every 13 people on this earth is a Facebook user. Google is the No.1 search site with YouTube immediately following in the No. 2 position and Facebook is not far behind at No. 3. But did you know that 70 percent of those Facebook users are outside the U.S.?
RISMEDIA, April 27, 2011—This week’s headlines from the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® include: NAR’s Booth No. 1707 at NAR’s Midyear Trade Expo; save 21 percent on select business systems from REALTOR Benefits® Program Partner, Dell; and enjoy 10 percent off your next print on demand order.
RISMEDIA, April 27, 2011—Sponsors of RISMedia’s Achieve! – Real Estate’s Innovation & Opportunity Conference—represent the leading companies and organizations in the industry. Each week, we will present a selection of this year’s event sponsors to offer our readers a more in-depth look at these industry leaders
RISMEDIA, April 27, 2011—More than 8,000 REALTORS® and guests from across the country will convene in Washington, D.C., next month to address today's critical home ownership, mortgage finance and real estate investment challenges during the REALTORS® Midyear Legislative Meetings and Trade Expo, May 9-14.
RISMEDIA, April 26, 2011—Given the pressing environmental challenges facing the world, one day just doesn't seem like enough to celebrate the earth and make long-term environmental changes. Why not use this month as inspiration and make a commitment to do environmentally friendly activities throughout the year?
RISMEDIA, April 26, 2011—Clear Capital recently announced the release of the PCI?the next generation inspection solution that provides the physical condition and characteristics of a property, engineered to supplement Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) in accordance with new requirements set forth by Interagency Appraisal and Evaluation Guidelines (IAG). ...
RISMEDIA, April 26, 2011—RE/MAX, LLC recently announced the promotion of a key executive as the Denver-based global franchisor continues its commitment to build and maintain a strong and dynamic management team. ...
RISMEDIA, April 25, 2011—RISMedia’s Achieve! – Real Estate’s Innovation & Opportunity Conference—will provide the most innovative educational programs and networking opportunities for brokers and agents. Industry experts Joe Clement, Todd Hetherington and Ed Krafchow are among the leading broker panelists who will offer an in-depth look at
RISMEDIA, April 19, 2011—Leading brokers and innovators will share strategies and reveal critical opportunities for growth in today’s market at RISMedia’s 6th Annual Power Broker Forum & Reception at NAR Midyear next month. Taking place on Thursday, May 12th, at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, D.C., the Forum, titled Opportunities and Innovations for Real Estate Brokerage Firms, will be held in the Marriott Ballroom Salon 3 from 3:30 – 5 p.m.
RISMEDIA, April 19, 2011—Everybody wants to be an entrepreneur, but no one wants to be a landlord. What’s up with that? As if tenants are some kind of outcasts who bring a chill to your spine with just the sound of their voice. “I don’t want to hear them complain ...
RISMEDIA, April 19, 2011—Since 1994, Steve Hundley, founder and CEO of 1parkplace, has provided the real estate industry with online marketing solutions to enable top real estate professionals to become even more successful. From MLS IDX lead capture technology to Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Hundley has helped top performing real ...
RISMEDIA, April 11, 2011—A diverse line-up of real estate visionaries and experts will share insights and strategies at RISMedia’s Achieve! Conference this May. RISMedia’s 23rd annual educational and networking event will take place on May 24th and 25th at the Rye Town Hilton in Rye, New York.
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RISMEDIA, April 11, 2011—Who is leading the charge in today’s real estate market? To foster conversations and recognize those at the forefront of the industry, The Real Estate Book/RealEstateBook.com, a content provider of real estate information online, in print, direct mail, social
