Investing
Page 1 of 2Why an Economic Downturn Represents the Best Time to Invest in Real Estate
An economic downturn provides many opportunities that are nearly impossible for the average investor to take advantage of in a good economy.
Sean MoudryHow to Evaluate Fix & Flip Houses Like a Pro (+ Risk Worksheet)
Benefit from years of experience and countless fix-and-flip projects.
The Best Hard Money Lenders (Interest Rates, LTV, Fees & More)
Choosing the best hard money lender for your investment project can be tricky.
7 Critical Parts of Every Real Estate Investment Business Plan
Buying your first investment property is an incredible thrill, but whether you want to fix and flip or buy and hold, you need to have a solid real estate investment business plan.
Career Path
all in Career Path →How to Make Money as a Real Estate Agent: 11 Strategies to Earn More
It’s been rough out there lately, but don't worry—I've got your back! I’ll share nine awesome tips on how to make money as a real estate agent, even when things aren't exactly booming.
Women in Real Estate Breaking Barriers: The Barbie Movement in Action at Inman NYC
We're seeing a shift in mindset in the industry centered around personality marketing, making connections through relatable storytelling, and developing an empowering mindset. And women are leading the way.
Real Estate Agent Salary: How Much Do Agents Really Make?
Capturing hard numbers on what the average agent earns is like trying to nail Jell-O to a wall. But here at Real Tactics Pro, we developed a salary database tool that gives unique insight into real estate agent salaries in each state—and we bet the results will surprise you.
9 Common Mistakes New Broker-Owners Make (+ How to Avoid Them)
Establishing a solid foundation for your brokerage is not just a recommendation—it's the key to long-term sustainability. By understanding these nine essential aspects, you can position yourself as a trusted broker and ensure the growth and viability of your new business.
Enterprise Budgeting
all in Enterprise Budgeting →The Average Real Estate Broker Salary for Every State
Figuring out how much money a typical real estate broker makes is like trying to catch lightning in a bottle. But we’ve got some great tools and information to break it all down.
How to Estimate Real Estate Brokerage Expenses
Want to open your own brokerage? Let's get your budget in order! We break each cost category down, explain it in detail, and help you estimate your revenue and complete your accounting plan.
6 Steps to Creating a Real Estate Brokerage Budget (+ Worksheet)
Creating a successful budget for a new real estate brokerage takes a lot more effort than most new brokers think. There are many elements you must consider when creating your real estate brokerage budget.
Foreclosures
all in Foreclosures →The 15 Best Real Estate Prospecting Letter Templates
Check out our comprehensive list of letter templates to send to buyers, FSBOs, owners of expired listings, and more. Plus we share actionable tips you can use to write your own lead-generating copy.
How Smart Investors Decipher & Respond to Real Estate Market Cycles
If you want to become a savvy real estate investor, you need to know what market stage your area is in or entering.
Property Marketing
all in Property Marketing →23 Clever Real Estate Marketing Ideas
Looking for more marketing ideas to grow your business? We've gathered our best tips as well as links to our deep-dive strategy articles, buyer’s guides, and scripts so you can start transforming your business today.
20 Mind-blowing AI Tools Helping Real Estate Agents Slay
More and more software companies are integrating AI into their services, making the lives of real estate agents all over the world easier and more efficient. When agents aren’t bogged down by all the mundane tasks of running a business, they can focus on building relationships with potential clients.
7 Interior Design Trends Ready to Take Over 2024
Good agents are aware of trends; great agents know how to use them to their sellers’ advantage.
Real Estate Farming: How to Become the Go-to Agent in Your Neighborhood in 2024
Farming can be one of the most lucrative and dependable lead generation strategies for agents. Learn our detailed approach to this technique, get a handle on the costs involved, and review all the tools you’ll need.
Rentals
all in Rentals →8 Red-hot Real Estate Niches That Can Double Your GCI in 2024
Learn how to take advantage of today’s historic market shifts. When looking for a niche to optimize your marketing strategies and recession-proof your real estate business, it’s important to keep in mind those who are most likely to need your services.
Short Sales
all in Short Sales →How to Find Real Estate Investors to Work With (in Any Market)
Because investors continue to buy and sell properties regardless of whether it is an up or down market, it’s always a good time to work with investors.
How to Do a Comparative Market Analysis: A Step-by-Step Guide
Conducting accurate, consistent property valuations isn’t easy, and most agents aren’t taught this skill in their real estate classes. We’ll walk you through the entire process and give you a template to get you started.
How to Become a Property Manager in 7 Easy Steps
From the outside, property management looks easy. However, it is very technical, and if you don’t set your systems up correctly from the beginning, it can be a very difficult and costly business to get into. These seven steps will get you into property management successfully and sustainably.
8 Jobs You Can Get With a Real Estate License
Did you know that a real estate license opens the door to a number of different careers?
How to Explain 1031 Exchange Rules to Your Clients (in Plain English)
It's crucial to understand 1031 exchange rules so you can better serve your real estate investor clients—so we've broken them down for you, in plain English.
How to Use the BRRRR Method to Build Passive Income in Real Estate (Quickly)
If you’re just getting started as an investor or you’re an agent who wants to maximize profits for buyers, you’ll need a solid investment strategy.