While real estate consumers understand how to research homes, what happens after that point remains a mystery, through no fault of their own, but very much...
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...
A history of raising the bar At 16 and the janitor for Dad’s real estate company, I was often able to listen into discussions he had...
Buyer’s representation agreement This post is inspired by a day spent reading consumer’s posts/questions on Trulia and Zillow, and fielding phone calls from buyers. REALTORS as...
When a buyer strays Today I got a call from one of my agents who showed houses to a buyer who bought with another agent. It...
Agents are not being mentored effectively “Agents today, and for the last three decades, are simply not being mentored worth a tinker’s damn,” wrote investment expert,...
New state laws in Texas This fall, the Real Estate Commission and Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board proposed rules to implement provisions of two laws passed...
Two concepts that will thicken your wallet While some real estate professionals focus on the shiniest gadgets or trendiest conferences, there are two simple concepts I...
A 30 year Century 21 veteran Because we study trends in real estate and frequently focus on brokerages, we have noticed a rise in the independent...
FolderBoy to the rescue There are endless To Do list managers available on the market today ranging from web based tools to smartphone apps, but most...
Taking advice from the Swiss The above mural covers an office building in Zurich and is well known by locals who see it from the train...
Both “Bad” and “Good” at the same time It’s good to be self-aware. We can change ourselves and our behavior for the better if we’re aware of what needs...
Mentorship programs today Coming from what so many of those in their 20’s and 30’s call the dinosaur age, I’ve seen more so-called ‘mentorship programs’ than...
Disarming tense situations in business Harvard Business School Professor Rosabeth Moss Kanter analyzes three steps leaders use to disarm tense situations, which is critical in the...
One big industry of professionals Builders, inspectors, lenders, underwriters, lawyers, investors, title reps, appraisers, and of course agents, we are all part of the Real Estate...
Jumping in the car The phone rings and you are asked if you can show a home to a potential buyer. Do you qualify the buyer...
Preparing to step out of your comfort zone Let’s face it, getting out of the office and meeting people face to face is a huge part...
Technology reveals the art of conversation The give and take in a conversation is often seen subjectively by each participant and some people do not realize...
Google’s new financial tool Google has just announced the new “Google Advisor” tool that offers financial tools similar to the offering at Mint.com that we’ve covered...
Second to the transaction How many times have you, the Realtor, been the second to the transaction? The second to list the home, the second to...
What is the Curse-Of-Experience? The skies were tall, blue and sun glasses bright. Lounging in circled chairs sat 3 supremely smart real estate types, and me....
A proper handshake Do you know the saying “a picture is worth one thousand words,” well, it should also be “a handshake is worth one thousand...
Answering The Phone Is Not Sexy but…. I know, I know… this has been said before and so many times. I know, I know, we all...
Brokers perpetually seeking improvement Recently, I wrote about J. Crew CEO Mickey Drexler as an exemplary leader that real estate professionals can learn a great deal...
Some people believe that sexism is a thing of the past, but it is sadly alive and thriving in some boardrooms in America. Here is an...
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