An ongoing feature in Tuesday Tactics is our “Great Read Roundup” in which we highlight some of the best pieces we’ve read recently and why they might expand your mind or help with your real estate career.
How to Keep Porch Pirates from Stealing Your Packages this Holiday Season
(6 minute read)
Why it matters: ”Almost 26 million Americans (or about 8% of the US population) say they’ve had a package stolen from a porch or doorstep during the holidays,” says this piece from CNN. Don’t let your gifts become plunder for porch pirates… follow these common sense tips for minimizing your losses (and what to do if you’re victimized). Also, check out this companion article on how police are using fake Amazon with GPS to catch thieves.
How to Touch Your Database Effectively & Often
(9 minute read)
Why it matters: The database of contacts is a goldmine most agents neglect to sufficiently explore over the course of the year. The excuses vary, from “I don’t know what to say” to “I don’t know how often to reach out.” This piece presents a comprehensive plan for emails, phone calls, mailers, texts, social media, events, and even VIP gifts. Put aside the excuses and connect more in 2019!
15 Tasks You Can do Right Now to Close More Deals in 2019
(10 minute read)
Why it matters: If it’s slow for you this season, don’t let excess downtime render you completely idle. Seeds you sow now will grow in 2019, and this article presents 15 practical, tangible activities you can mix into your week to help make next year one of your most profitable. You don’t have to do them all, but what might happen for you next year if you did?
