As a real estate agent, you’re more than likely to invest your own money into building your business - and boy can it add up! With tax season quickly approaching, there are several ways you can save yourself (and your business) some money. With so many expenses directly related to your real estate business, it can be a bit hectic preparing taxes.

 

Don’t overlook these real estate agent tax deductions this year:

 

You’re more inclined to shop around in a store if it's well lit, clean and tidy - right?  Well, same goes for potential home buyers at an open house. Staging presents a home in the best light, so that it appeals to as many prospective buyers as possible.  

Professional real estate staging services can certainly boost the selling price of a home, but they are not always cost-friendly. For some homes, especially more modest residences, agents need to assess the ROI of staging to determine whether or not it's cost effective. Save yourself some money and DIY - do it yourself! Of course, you should always make sure the home is decluttered, and depersonalized, but also keep these 3 essential steps in mind when you stage a home yourself.

 

Use these 3 Essential DIY Staging Tips: 

According to Safewise, a home break-in occurs every 15 seconds in the United States. As real estate agents, showing properties at different times of the day and interacting with strangers are inevitable parts of your career. It’s important to always be aware of your surroundings and prepare for any potential mishaps. So, keep yourself and your clients belongings safe by taking the following into account.

Whether you’re in charge of a team of agents or a managing Real Estate Broker, it’s necessary to display certain qualities as a leader in Real Estate. Being a good leader isn’t just setting goals and getting results - it’s about much more. Make sure you possess these qualities as a leader.

Do you have these 7 essential qualities as a leader?

Ever feel like there’s too many things to accomplish and not enough time in the day?

Sometimes life can be messy, which can be a beautiful thing - but often times it can be overwhelming and feel as though you’re losing control of your daily routine. Between showings with clients and team meetings, it can be hard to stay on track and meet business deadlines. Regain control of your schedule (and your workdays) using these organizational and scheduling tips.

 

Stay on top of your real estate schedule using these tips: