Updated September 27, 2023 It’s likely you already know that real estate direct mail postcards (and direct mail in general) are an effective way to generate brand recognition and leads. Real estate postcards also have some unique benefits that make them an excellent choice if you are just starting to experiment with direct mail marketing:… Read more »
7 Must-Have Real Estate Postcards for Agents
3 Things New Real Estate Agents Should Be Doing Right Now
Passing your real estate licensing course and becoming an agent is an exciting time! Now that you’re out in the world, how do you get the phone to start ringing? Your pre-licensing coursework teaches you everything you need to pass the state test, but often skips over the important tricks of the trade needed to… Read more »
Tips for Becoming the Face of Your Brand
If you’re a service-based sales professional looking to build relationships with your clients, you need them to know who you are and what you stand for. Today on Above the Noise, Chelsea Kirk offers three tips for promoting a more personal brand. Video Transcription Whether you’re a real estate agent, selling insurance, or running a… Read more »
Increase Your Wallet Share with High-Net-Worth Clients
If you’re managing the wealth of high-net-worth clients, you’re probably very invested (pun intended) in those relationships. But do your clients feel the same way about you? While you may think you’ve got an exclusive relationship with your wealthiest clients, it’s also very possible some of them are working with other investors. So, how do… Read more »
3 Reasons to Add a Personally Branded Magazine to Your Marketing Mix
Among the more unique marketing ideas for small businesses is a personally branded magazine. It’s high on the list of the most effective relationship marketing tactics used by real estate agents, financial advisors, insurance and mortgage brokers, lawyers, and other entrepreneurs who offer professional services as part of their brand strategy. Sending a personally branded… Read more »
5 Lead-Producing Direct Mail Marketing Ideas for Real Estate Agents
Updated September 20, 2023 The most successful direct mail campaigns provide genuine value that get you past the trash can and into the home Even today, when everyone seems glued to a computer screen or a smartphone, direct mail is still an effective way for real estate agents to get their brand and message in… Read more »
6 Easy Ideas for Converting FSBOs Into Clients
According to the National Association of REALTOR®’s (NAR) most recent statistics, approximately 8% of home sales were For Sale By Owner transactions. That represents a significant portion of the market, so tapping into it can have a big impact on your bottom line. If you’re looking for the opportunity to convert FSBOs into clients, you’ll… Read more »
Zillow’s Flip Flops: What the Shutdown of Zillow Offers Means for Real Estate Agents
I’m just going to come right out and say it . . . Zillow has a trust issue. Trust is one of the most fragile of all emotional states because it relies on other people to behave in expected ways, and it’s easy for people to mess with our expectations. When we trust someone, we… Read more »
Ep. 189: Maximize Your Facebook Advertising with Grant Wise
 Dynamic Remarketing How to adjust your Facebook marketing strategy to include video in your remarketing campaign and multiply lead conversions. Here’s an intriguing question: How do you get in front of your audience without calling, texting, or emailing them? Grant Wise is the president and co-founder of Witly, a client generation software for real… Read more »
How to Calculate Turnover Rate When Selecting a Farm
Where to find the information and resources you need to calculate the turnover rate for your farm. When I was younger and wanted to know how to spell a word, I was often told to look it up in a dictionary. I always considered this an unserviceable piece of advice. I didn’t need to know… Read more »
Managing Your Online Reviews
“She helped me sell my home in a flash—BEST.AGENT.EVER.” “He was SO unprofessional. Would not recommend working with him to my worst enemy!” Thanks to the advent of the internet, we are able to post anything we want about anyone—lies and truth, good and bad. The long and short of it is that no matter… Read more »
Top 5 Branding Tips for Rookie Real Estate Agents
When you’re just starting out as a real estate agent, it’s all about getting your name out there and making connections. In other words, you need to focus on building your brand. Once you do that, you’ll earn the trust of prospects and win listings. From there, you can build lasting relationships and create a… Read more »