In the following interview, Thomas Brown, founder/owner of The Agency Texas in Austin, Texas, discusses converting leads from online with success.
Region Served: Texas
Years in Real Estate: 20
Number of Offices: 3, with one to open in Dallas in 2019
Number of Agents: 55
What is the first action your team takes when receiving an online lead?
Hockey Hall of Famer and co-owner of the Pittsburgh Penguins Mario Lemieux recently listed his Québec summer castle—yes, you read that right. The estate is listed with broker Michel Naud of Engel & Völkers for $21,999,066—the 66 reflects Lemieux's jersey number. The 50-room, 17,000-square-foot estate is the most expensive single-family home to ever be listed...
If you're a real estate pro looking to up your sales, it may be time to turn a scrutinizing eye to your relationships. This was the topic covered in our recent webinar, "Essential Relationships to Increase Sales," sponsored by Quicken Loans. The webinar, held August 1, ran down ways you can use relationships within your team, and outside parties, to boost your business...
Have you been getting enough grill time in this summer? With the sweltering heat much of the U.S. has experienced the past month, there hasn't been much grilling going on—but don't fear! It's likely that most of the country will have outdoor grilling weather straight through September. Related: How to Make the Most of Grilling Season However, when it's time to...
For brokers, growth is measured in numerous ways—but with commission pressures proliferating, the mission has morphed from growing for growth’s sake to growing smart. RISMedia’s 2018 Real Estate CEO Exchange, held in New York City this September, will address approaches to recruitment and retention, with brokers discussing their growth methods, and how they...
Dogs are man's best friend, but how far does that friendship go? You may not realize how important pets truly are to their owners until you look at their real estate behavior. For many, furry companions play a significant role in the home-buying process, reports a recent study conducted by realtor.com® in collaboration with Harris Research. Related: Top Things Millennials...
By Frederick Peters Conventional wisdom has it that the stock market and the New York real estate market travel in lock step. But what if they don’t? While their failure to do so during the last 18 months may appear to be a paradigm shift, it’s my opinion that the two markets decoupled nearly two decades ago, then reunited for the precipitous rise and equally...
What factors make a location ideal for house-flipping, and others potentially less profitable? According to a recent study by WalletHub, 2018's Best Places to Flip Houses, it all comes down to market potential, renovation and remodeling costs, and quality of life in the specific city. So, before you start on that next flip, consider the following rankings, which...
Summer is the season for enjoying the great outdoors. This month, we're exploring homes with seriously stunning exterior entertaining spaces, just in time for that end-of-summer party. Rooftop Views in Tribeca Nothing says summer in the city quite like hanging out on a swanky rooftop or private terrace—and this two-bedroom, three-bathroom loft, located at 15 Hubert...
By Stephanie Gordon Many of us associate the summer months with going to the nearest beach to cool off; however, not all of us get the chance to do that. More often than not, the best way to stay cool under the summer sun is to stay indoors and enjoy the cool air from your AC unit. Related: 10 Ways to Save on Utility Bills This Summer The problem with turning up...
