December is known to be a slow month in home sales, but the top real estate agents don't let that affect their productivity. As winter approaches and Homebuyers put their house hunting on hold for the season, real estate agents may see their leads slow down, but that doesn't mean they should sit back and wait for spring to set the real estate market back on track. There is always plenty to do, and the individuals who plan best during the slow season may the ones who benefit most come spring. It can be helpful to see slow winter days as opportunities rather than setbacks. With a little extra effort and real estate marketing knowledge, realtor agents can set up leads for now as well as later, when the temperature begins to rise and Homebuyers hit the market again.

1. Stay up-to-date on local market activity
A slowdown doesn't mean a complete stoppage - there may still be homes on the market. Preview homes that are still listed to show people that you're paying attention and to k ...