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3 Steps to Developing a Successful Real Estate Business

It’s a question everyone in the business asks – how to be successful at real estate? There’s no simple answer, but there are ways to help yourself achieve that success. There’s the usual need for creativity and perspective to set yourself apart. But if everyone’s already doing that, how do you go above and beyond?

Whether you’re a new agent competing in a crowded field or an established one looking to better your business strategy – here are three steps to developing a successful real estate business.

1. Foster good relationships

This might be the most important metric of your effectiveness as a real estate agent. Building good relationships with your clients is crucial to your success. Whether you’re selling for $200,000 or $2 million, your attitude should be the same for every client – and you should go the extra mile every time.

One aspect of good customer relations is availability. This doesn’t mean you should be glued to your phone all the time, but it does mean that you should respond as long as you’re able. And every client should have your undivided attention while you’re attending to them.

Speaking of attention – be mindful of the little things. For example, ask your clients their preferred method of communication – text, email, or phone calls? Then use that method to keep in touch with them. If you can remember small details of their lives, they’ll appreciate it if you ask after their kids or their recent vacation.

The better your relationship with your clients, the better the sale or rent process will go. And the more likely they’ll be to put in a good word to their network of friends and acquaintances, too!

2. Have market and marketing expertise

Knowledge of your local community is essential when it comes to real estate. Explore your local neighbourhood and connect with the people who live around you. This way, when an opportunity arises – say a property becomes available for sale – you can be in the right place at the right time.

It’s also important to learn the ins and outs of your area so you can present yourself as an expert to potential buyers. Anyone can Google references, but when one person knows the best places to eat or the most convenient grocery from a property – that shows you’re knowledgeable and reliable.

Beyond market expertise, though, it’s also essential to be proficient in marketing. Make use of social media wisely – different platforms have different appeals and target audiences. For example, LinkedIn is more professional, while Instagram is for aesthetic interior photos.

The better you know the market – and how to market – the better you’ll be at your job.

3. Make use of your resources

All your resources, from website and design to third-party contractors. Establish a solid social media presence that lets you appeal to a broader audience and network more extensively. Post about yourself and your business to attract new clients.

You should also create a website for potential clients to visit and learn about you and your business. Partner with a good design agency or freelancer to create a good UI and UX website. You don’t need any bells and whistles – just a simple, clean, and smooth webpage that has all the necessary information.

Get in contact with good third-party contractors such as cleaning agencies, gardening services, and property managers. These are also resources you should have at your disposal, so you can recommend them as needed.

And, of course, take advantage of learning opportunities! These could be anything from seminars and workshops to networking events. This will help you expand your knowledge base, so you’re better prepared to answer any client questions – and make that sale.

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