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Stephanie Sims
Stephanie Sims is the managing editor of Agent Publishing, which currently has online publications in Chicago, Houston and Miami. With expertise in evaluating housing markets, website content and social media strategy, and reporting information agents want to know about, Stephanie can be found at her desk with coffee that got cold or not eating lunch because she’s busy planning editorial assignments and interviews for the Agent Publishing websites.
Social Media
The Catch-22 for Realtors using social media
When considering demographics of agents and the clients they are seeking to attract, social media use presents a tremendous catch-22.
Opinion Editorials
Dallas Realtor proves there’s a new kind of Catfish
In a lesson for all business pros, one Realtor misrepresented themselves and were caught by a major press outlet in their city, proving a new kind of Catfish is on the market - here's how not to Catfish your clients.
Business Marketing
Harlem Shake videos by businesses: please die
There are times when riding the meme train is appropriate, but the Harlem Shake video has beyond jumped the shark - here is how businesses got involved and either missed the boat or nailed it, and why you shouldn't do a Harlem Shake video of your own.
Business Marketing
Real estate SEO competition is tough, is it worth the effort?
Real estate SEO has long been a competitive game filled with million dollar players all the way down to a lone agent selling five homes a year, so is it a game that can be won? Is it worth the effort?
Housing News
Mortgage trends for 2013: changes ahead or more of the same?
Although mortgage trends are difficult to forecast, and so far, there is not a consensus regarding what 2013 has in store.
Housing News
Homeowner suing brokerage for theft during open house
A recent case in Chicago has the real estate industry reevaluating their position on open houses, how to safeguard, and whether they are even worth the risk.
Opinion Editorials
Are women Realtors represented in the board room?
In most industries, it makes sense for men to be the executive leaders, but what about an industry that is dominated by women? Does it make sense then?
Business News
What all should real estate brokerages pay for?
Should brokers help pay for agents' online advertising, technologies, training, photography, or mobile devices? Let's take a look at what some large brokers already offer.