Published June 17, 2025

10 HABITS OF HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL REAL ESTATE AGENTS

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Written by Daniela Sumbera

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What Makes a Real Estate Agent Truly Successful?

The difference between a good real estate agent and a great one often comes down to daily habits. After working with hundreds of high-performing agents, we've identified the 10 most powerful habits that drive consistent success in this competitive industry.

 

At The Sumbera Team, we don't just share these insights - we help you implement them through our comprehensive agent support system. Here's what the top 1% of agents do differently:

 

1. They Treat Lead Generation Like Oxygen

• Daily prospecting (even when busy)
• Multi-channel approach (social, referrals, FSBOs)
• Systematic follow-up process

 

2. They Master the Art of Time Blocking

• Separate admin work from selling time
• Use tools like Follow Up Boss for efficiency
• Protect prime selling hours

 

3. They Invest in Continuous Education

• Weekly market trend reviews
• Regular training sessions
• Coaching programs

 

4. They Build an Authority Brand Online

• Professional website with IDX
• Consistent social media presence
• Valuable content marketing

 

5. They Turn Clients Into Raving Fans

• Exceptional communication
• Surprise-and-delight moments
• Systematic referral requests

 

6. They Follow Up Like Their Business Depends On It

• CRM-managed follow-up sequences
• Value-added touchpoints
• Long-term nurture campaigns

 

7. They Specialize to Stand Out

• Defined niche (luxury, investors, etc.)
• Neighborhood expert positioning
• Tailored marketing

 

8. They Showcase Properties Like a Pro

• Professional photography standard
• Matterport 3D tours
• Compelling listing descriptions

 

9. They're Pillars of Their Community

• Local business partnerships
• Charity involvement
• Hyperlocal content

 

10. They Leverage a Support Team

 

This is where Sumbera Team shines. Our agents get:


Dedicated transaction coordination
Lead generation support
Marketing assets & tech stack
Guaranteed assistance on every deal

 

Ready to Adopt These Success Habits?

At The Sumbera Team, we provide the tools, training and support system to help you implement these habits effortlessly. Our agents consistently outperform the market because we handle the heavy lifting while you focus on selling.

 

📞 Call us today: (832) 702-3246
📧 Email: daniela@thesumberateam.com
🌐 Website: thesumberateam.com

 

 

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