Networking

Networking is marketing. Marketing yourself, your uniqueness, marketing what you stand for.

You never can tell how much you know without listening to other people. Success in a career is largely attributed to the pool of information or ideas you have garnered over the past. When networks have been created, it fosters a trade of ideas to sustain long-term relationships and mutual trust.

If you want to get ahead in real estate, it's time to start networking.

You've heard the saying "It's not what you know, it's who you know." In real estate, that couldn't be more true. The people who are most successful at selling homes and buying them are the ones who have a strong network of contacts—and they use those contacts to their advantage.

This guide will walk you through how to develop your own network and use it to your advantage when selling or buying real estate.