--- title: Blog - HomeSmart (2) description: (2) --- [![HomeSmart](https://blog.homesmart.com/hubfs/homesmart_blog_2020/homesmart-logo.png "HomeSmart")](https://homesmart.com/) - [Home](https://homesmart.com/) - [About Us](https://homesmart.com/about-us/) - [Buyers](https://homesmart.com/buyers/) - [Sellers](https://homesmart.com/sellers/) - [Blog](https://blog.homesmart.com/) - [Contact Us](https://homesmart.com/join-us/contact-us/) - [JOIN](https://join.homesmart.com/) [real estate business](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/real-estate-business) [Smart Tips](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/smart-tips) ## [Start Planning for Success Right Now](https://blog.homesmart.com/start-planning-for-success-right-now) Now is the perfect time to seize opportunities for growth in the new year. And your roadmap to success needs to start with one thing: a solid business and marketing plan, including... [By HomeSmart Marketing Team on](https://blog.homesmart.com/author/homesmart-marketing-team) December 19, 2022 [![](https://blog.homesmart.com/hubfs/homesmart_blog_2020/comment%20icon.png)  0 Comments](https://blog.homesmart.com/start-planning-for-success-right-now) [Real Estate](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/real-estate) [real estate agent](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/real-estate-agent) [agents](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/agents) [Training & Education](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/training-education) [support](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/support) ## [Leaning on Local Support](https://blog.homesmart.com/leaning-on-local-support) For an agent just starting your career or thinking about switching brokerages, it’s important to select a company that fits your needs and goals and provides dependable support. Ha... [By HomeSmart International Marketing Team on](https://blog.homesmart.com/author/homesmart-international-marketing-team) December 09, 2022 [![](https://blog.homesmart.com/hubfs/homesmart_blog_2020/comment%20icon.png)  0 Comments](https://blog.homesmart.com/leaning-on-local-support) [Real Estate](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/real-estate) [real estate agent](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/real-estate-agent) [agents](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/agents) [Training & Education](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/training-education) ## [How to Invest in Your Real Estate Career Right Now](https://blog.homesmart.com/how-to-invest-in-your-real-estate-career-right-now) As the market ebbs and flows, any time is really the perfect time to invest in yourself and your real estate business. At HomeSmart, our agents are our priority, so we’ve created a... [By HomeSmart International Marketing Team on](https://blog.homesmart.com/author/homesmart-international-marketing-team) November 14, 2022 [![](https://blog.homesmart.com/hubfs/homesmart_blog_2020/comment%20icon.png)  0 Comments](https://blog.homesmart.com/how-to-invest-in-your-real-estate-career-right-now) [Blog](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/blog) [Social Media](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/social-media) [networking](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/networking) ## [How to Grow Your Real Estate Business by Networking](https://blog.homesmart.com/how-to-grow-your-real-estate-business-by-networking) No matter where you’re at in your real estate career, networking is essential to expanding your client base, sphere of influence and earning potential. But how do you use your prof... [By HomeSmart Marketing Team on](https://blog.homesmart.com/author/homesmart-marketing-team) November 10, 2022 [![](https://blog.homesmart.com/hubfs/homesmart_blog_2020/comment%20icon.png)  0 Comments](https://blog.homesmart.com/how-to-grow-your-real-estate-business-by-networking) ## [Making Mentorship Matter for All Agents](https://blog.homesmart.com/making-mentorship-matter-for-all-agents) Starting out in the world of real estate is an exciting venture for anyone looking to be their own boss and make their mark as an entrepreneur. But even if newer agents feel they a... [By HomeSmart Marketing Team on](https://blog.homesmart.com/author/homesmart-marketing-team) November 08, 2022 [![](https://blog.homesmart.com/hubfs/homesmart_blog_2020/comment%20icon.png)  0 Comments](https://blog.homesmart.com/making-mentorship-matter-for-all-agents) [REALTOR](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/realtor) [Blog](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/blog) [retirement](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/retirement) ## [Selling the Post-Work Dream for Real Estate Agents](https://blog.homesmart.com/selling-the-post-work-dream-for-real-estate-agents) As a real estate agent, planning for a secure financial future can call for creativity as many in this field are independent contractors. Fortunately, plenty of options are availab... [By HomeSmart Marketing Team on](https://blog.homesmart.com/author/homesmart-marketing-team) November 07, 2022 [![](https://blog.homesmart.com/hubfs/homesmart_blog_2020/comment%20icon.png)  0 Comments](https://blog.homesmart.com/selling-the-post-work-dream-for-real-estate-agents) [Real Estate](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/real-estate) [Blog](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/blog) [Marketing](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/marketing) [Communication](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/communication) ## [Making a Connection: How to Engage Potential and Previous Clients](https://blog.homesmart.com/making-a-connection-how-to-engage-potential-and-previous-clients) A silver lining coming out of the pandemic is that technology has not only made it possible to stay engaged with each other but also presented more opportunities to connect with po... [By HomeSmart International Marketing Team on](https://blog.homesmart.com/author/homesmart-international-marketing-team) October 17, 2022 [![](https://blog.homesmart.com/hubfs/homesmart_blog_2020/comment%20icon.png)  0 Comments](https://blog.homesmart.com/making-a-connection-how-to-engage-potential-and-previous-clients) [Brokerage](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/brokerage) [Smart Tips](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/smart-tips) [commission](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/commission) [revenue share](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/revenue-share) ## [Maximizing Your Commission Through Choices](https://blog.homesmart.com/maximizing-your-commission-through-choices) In the world of real estate sales, commission reigns supreme. Traditionally, real estate agents have accepted high splits and brokerage fees that cut into their commission. So, how... [By HomeSmart Marketing Team on](https://blog.homesmart.com/author/homesmart-marketing-team) October 10, 2022 [![](https://blog.homesmart.com/hubfs/homesmart_blog_2020/comment%20icon.png)  0 Comments](https://blog.homesmart.com/maximizing-your-commission-through-choices) [Smart Tips](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/smart-tips) ## [Door Knocking: Don’t Knock It Until You’ve Tried It](https://blog.homesmart.com/door-knocking-dont-knock-it-until-youve-tried-it) Don’t knock the power of face-to-face prospecting for your business. Door knocking is a tried and true strategy for agents, and with good reason. Building a personal connection wit... [By HomeSmart Marketing Team on](https://blog.homesmart.com/author/homesmart-marketing-team) September 21, 2022 [![](https://blog.homesmart.com/hubfs/homesmart_blog_2020/comment%20icon.png)  0 Comments](https://blog.homesmart.com/door-knocking-dont-knock-it-until-youve-tried-it) [real estate business](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/real-estate-business) [Social Media](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/social-media) [Holding an Open House](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/holding-an-open-house) ## [The 5 Tricks to Get More Real Estate Referrals](https://blog.homesmart.com/the-5-tricks-to-get-more-real-estate-referrals) Getting high-quality real estate referrals can be difficult if you don’t know where to turn or how to ask for them. We’ve laid out our top five proven tricks for winning more refer... [By HomeSmart International Marketing Team on](https://blog.homesmart.com/author/homesmart-international-marketing-team) September 19, 2022 [![](https://blog.homesmart.com/hubfs/homesmart_blog_2020/comment%20icon.png)  0 Comments](https://blog.homesmart.com/the-5-tricks-to-get-more-real-estate-referrals) ## [PalmerHouse Properties Crowned in Atlanta-Area Awards](https://blog.homesmart.com/palmerhouse-properties-crowned-in-atlanta-area-awards) Atlanta Agents' Annual Agents’ Choice Awards honors PalmerHouse brokers for their results in excellence [By HomeSmart International Marketing Team on](https://blog.homesmart.com/author/homesmart-international-marketing-team) June 17, 2022 [![](https://blog.homesmart.com/hubfs/homesmart_blog_2020/comment%20icon.png)  0 Comments](https://blog.homesmart.com/palmerhouse-properties-crowned-in-atlanta-area-awards) [real estate business](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/real-estate-business) [professional development](https://blog.homesmart.com/topic/professional-development) ## [Mindfulness as a Strategy for Your Real Estate Business](https://blog.homesmart.com/mindfulness-as-a-strategy-for-your-real-estate-business) Real estate professionals understand the importance of support, but support comes in many forms. Whether you are just starting your career or a seasoned agent, prioritizing yoursel... 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