Agent/broker perspective: Is mandatory CE still necessary?

In this monthly column, Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical Miami real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic: An experienced top agent at a Miami real estate firm is questioning the need for required continuing education cre… Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: Should this established agent pair up with a millennial?

In this monthly column, Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical Miami real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This month: An experienced top agent at a Miami real estate firm is being encouraged by her broker to partner with… Continue reading

WATCH: The top things brokers wish agents knew

What do brokers wish they could tell real estate agents? Seasoned real estate brokers Anthony Askowitz and Felicia Hengle join Joe Rand onstage to spill the best-kept secrets in the industry on the Inman Connect New York stage.  Continue reading

3 big mistakes agents make when choosing a brokerage

At the Inman Connect New York 2019 conference on Tuesday, RE/MAX Advance Realty II broker-owner Anthony Askowitz and Coldwell Banker Schmidt Family of Companies Ohio president Felicia Hengle revealed three major mistakes agents should avoid when pickin… Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: Are you showing favoritism at company parties?

In this monthly column, Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical Miami real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This month: A top agent at a Miami real estate firm has concerns about certain agents and employees having their b… Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: Should you recruit your top producer’s competition?

In this monthly column, Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical Miami real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This month: A leading broker is considering hiring one of his top producer’s main competitors, inadvertently blind… Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: Should you tell your sphere you’re ill?

A successful Miami real estate agent has been diagnosed with a relatively treatable form of cancer and is struggling with the decision of whether or not to share the news with colleagues and clients. Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: When is a real estate office too ‘top heavy’?

A top Miami brokerage is hiring new staff and executives to manage a transition, but some agents feel that the firm has become too “top heavy,” with little insight being sought from successful agents. How can the broker balance these concerns? Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: How important is correct pricing in a down market?

A top Miami real estate agent is feeling the pain of a challenged market and sellers who refuse to budge on pricing. What can her broker do to help convince these stubborn clients?  Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: How to keep your commission in tact

Agents and brokers can hold firm on commission by fully educating buyers and sellers about the depth and complexity of their jobs and making this education a regular part of their process. Continue reading