Staying Productive When Business Is Slow

January 4, 2019 Nikki Singh

We all go through that slump right after Christmas & New Year’s where it’s a tad bit difficult to get back into the swing of things. It’s January 4th, and I’m still trying to get back to speed!

I usually take the month of December to enjoy with family and friends, and to connect with my client database. I still answered emails and inquiries during the December, but it was more on a relaxed basis.

So, when January hit, to say my business was slow was an understatement. I felt like I was starting over again and I was not prepared to networking again. Maybe that was partly due to the holiday “jet lag”.

6-Month Review: Working Your Real Estate Database

June 15, 2018 Nikki Singh

An Agents most valuable business asset is their real estate CRM database. In fact, it’s the only tangible asset an agent has. Things like experience and track record are intangible assets.

The more quality contacts in your real estate CRM database, the more repeat client transactions and referrals will likely come your way. Of course, you need to keep in touch with these contacts over time and do so in the right ways.

Expand Your Client Database With These Content Ideas

May 25, 2018 Nikki Singh

As a Realtor, consistently working on your client database should be a priority every day. Here is an easy plan to produce fresh content for your blog consistently:

Realtor Feature: "New Realtor Advice" from Porshae’ Brown (Houston, Texas)

May 11, 2018 Nikki Singh

My name is Porshae’ Brown and I am a new real estate agent with Keller Williams Memorial in Houston, Texas. After being laid off from my hotel management job earlier this year, I had to quickly form a game plan to get back on my feet. As a 26-year-old single mom, I knew I didn’t have much time to spare.

How to Find Clients on Social Media

April 20, 2018 Nikki Singh

Twitter, Facebook and PInterest can be great starting points to find potential clients. Building relationships is a very important aspect of our business and being able to network is essential.

Understanding Your Client’s Needs

April 6, 2018 Nikki Singh

We all struggle with it: Reading our client’s mind and trying to understand what it is they really want all while trying to build the ultimate relationship without being the annoying Realtor with a thousand and one questions.

So, let’s get this started…

Effortless Ways to Double Your Real Estate Commissions

March 23, 2018 Nikki Singh

We are so busy servicing our clients that we something forget that our business needs attention as well. As independent contractors, the commissions we receive are our bread and butter, so to say, and it’s very important for you to have a long term plan for your earnings.

Why Your Real Estate Marketing Plan Is A Failure

March 16, 2018 Nikki Singh

If you have not yet completed your Real Estate Business & Marketing Plan for 2018, your real estate business may be in trouble.

I recently created a "Real Estate Business & Marketing Plan" specifically for our industry. I found that there was not something on line that allowed me really plan out what I wanted to do with my career in terms of these two items. The product is something that I wrote out myself a few times before finalizing on a process that I know will have huge results.

How to Write the Perfect Realtor Biography

March 9, 2018 Nikki Singh

If you don’t consider your real estate agent biography to be a fundamental tool in reaching potential clients, the time to change is now! A strong bio can attract new clients, lay the groundwork to build interpersonal relationships, and offer potential clients a reason to trust you. By seeing you’re a real person, they’ll see you as more than just a real estate agent – you’ll transcend to the status of real person with family and hobbies all your own.

Real Estate Marketing Ideas: Sponsorships

February 23, 2018 Nikki Singh

Being successful in real estate goes beyond the sale transaction. It’s about building relationships with your community and ensuring that you are portraying a positive energy and image. Branding yourself is part of your business and the better you brand yourself; the better it will be for your business. It also takes being able to make investments into your community’s future. Marketing plays a key part of being successful and of spreading your name throughout the neighbourhoods you wish to service.

Stand Out Against The Crowd With An Impressive Marketing Concept

February 16, 2018 Nikki Singh

Whether you’re a new agent or have been in the industry for a long time, the way you market yourself as a real estate agent and climb to the top in your community can be really difficult.

Why Your Attitude Determines Your Success In Real Estate

February 9, 2018 Nikki Singh

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If you’re a Realtor, you know that it can be frustrating to stay motivated and positive at all times. Our job is very stressful and with multiple clients constantly in contact with you, it can be hard to stay focused. But as with any other career, there are so many ways you can reduce your own stress and improve your productivity.

What It Takes To Be Successful In Real Estate

February 2, 2018 Nikki Singh

We all want to be successful and make lots and lots of money in real estate. Some realtors actually understand that hard work pays off. The realtors that fail in our industry are the ones that don’t acknowledge that being a realtor is in every way the same as running your own business and branding yourself.

Succeed In Real Estate With These Three Little Habits

January 19, 2018 Nikki Singh

As Realtors, we can never really have a day that isn’t “work related”. We are constantly building our business and generating leads. And as satisfying as it seem to get a few of the items ticked off our to-do lists, we know that isn’t going to get us to the next level. So, what can we do on a daily basis that can help us achieve results throughout the entire year?

Why, When & How You Should Send Greeting Cards To Your Clients

August 18, 2017 Nikki Singh

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Sending cards is such an important, yet overlooked approach to building relationships outside of the real estate transaction with your clients. Realtors who send cards to their clients are on the right track and value the importance of standing out against the crowd.

Three Blogging Tips for Real Estate Agents

August 11, 2017 Nikki Singh

In the beginning I wanted Real Estate In Stilettos to be the voice of real estate in my city. But as the blog grew, the personality and direction of the blog changed. Blogging has changed my life and my business in so many different ways. Blogging can be amazing way for realtors to increase business and establish a positive image with both potential clients and other professionals – if done right.

How to Grow Your Client Database with Facebook

August 4, 2017 Nikki Singh

Generating leads in our business can sometimes be a dreadful thing. As Realtors, we forget that we are actually dealing with people just like us. One concept to understand is that people want to see us and not always our inventory of listings. By being conversational, personal, educational and inspirational on social media, you are opening up yourself to people who may only see you as a real estate professional.

How to Deal With A Stubborn Client & Close The Deal

May 19, 2017 Nikki Singh

As Realtors, we face challenges every day with clients and yes, even other Realtors. The realtors I can handle, it’s those particular clients that sometimes make it tough to enjoy what I do. Though the obstacles differ from client to client, we are here to service our clients and give the best possible service for maximum results.

Eight Thank You Notes Guaranteed to Generate Leads for Realtors

May 12, 2017 Nikki Singh

As a stationary addict, I love sending and receiving simple notes that show that I am appreciated. I generated more business from sending thank-you cards than any other activity. I prefer to send personalized mail outs to my clients on a regular than sending out generic post cards. Touching base by a hand written note is one of the gratifying elements of communication a client can receive.

Blogging With Real Estate: Balancing My Work Week

May 5, 2017 Nikki Singh

Working from home without a set schedule can negatively impact your business if you don’t make the best use of your time. I’m not perfect; Trust me when I say that I find it difficult to follow a routine at times. Especially when it’s super sunny and the weather is beautiful outside! But we all have to make money to live and to buy those pretty little things, so a schedule, whether it’s weekly, monthly or daily is an absolute must!