Estate Agent

Work in property industry

Starting your own business at 40

Are you in your forties and looking for more independence in your professional life? Have you ever considered retraining as an estate agent? This dynamic and rewarding career offers you the opportunity to unlock your full potential while enjoying the freedom of starting a new business at 40. Why Start a Career in Estate Agency […]

February 21, 2025

3 min of reading time

Work in property industry

Starting your own estate agency with Chris Webb

Getting started in Self-Employed Estate Agency: Insights from Chris Webb Introduction In our latest podcast episode, we were joined by Chris Webb, a thriving coach in the estate agency world and the author of ‘How To Grow Your Estate Agency: Essential Strategies For Building Your High-Performance Estate Agency‘. Chris shared invaluable insights for self-employed agents, […]

February 14, 2025

2 min of reading time

Work in property industry

A Day in the Life of a Self-Employed Estate Agent

You value your freedom, and you’ve decided to set up your own business. Estate agency is an ideal sector for this—rewarding, people-focused, and full of exciting challenges. It also offers a variety of career opportunities. One of the most accessible and appealing roles is that of an independent estate agent. It requires no formal qualifications, […]

February 7, 2025

3 min of reading time

Entrepreneurship

The Fear of Failure

We’re thrilled to kick off Season 2 of Breaking Free! Diving deep into the inspiring journeys of self-employed estate agents within our network. This season is all about celebrating their successes, uncovering the challenges they’ve overcome, and exploring what it takes to thrive in this exciting career path. Episode 1 – Andy Hampton In this […]

January 31, 2025

3 min of reading time

Entrepreneurship

3 questions to ask yourself before starting your own business

Are you thinking of ​​quitting your salaried job and starting up on your own? Whatever the field you want to get into, Starting your own business requires serious thought beforehand. During this analysis phase, you will need to ask yourself a number of questions about your character, the possible revenue streams and your aspirations, both […]

January 8, 2025

3 min of reading time

Entrepreneurship

10 best practices for estate agents

Are you passionate about property? Are you wondering what the best practices are that make you a good estate agent? So what are the qualities that would allow you to be successful in this industry? Read this article to find out. Best Practices for Estate Agents 1) Interpersonal skills This is one of the most […]

January 1, 2025

7 min of reading time

The iad team in Lapland
Entrepreneurship

Trip to Lapland for our Top Performing Estate Agents!

Every year, iad celebrates the excellence and success of its estate agents at the IWC (iad World Challenge). A tradition that brings together, inspires and rewards our top performing estate agents. This year it was held at the end of November and transported 65 of our top talents to a magical place: Lapland. A unique journey for top […]

December 18, 2024

2 min of reading time

Training

How to Market Properties at Christmas

As the holiday season approaches, many property owners and agents question whether it’s the right time to market properties at Christmas. While December might not seem like the obvious choice, the festive season can present unique opportunities. Here’s a guide to help self-employed agents maximise their property marketing efforts during Christmas. Is It a Good […]

December 11, 2024

4 min of reading time