Forget instant gratification. Compound small changes instead

We are used to hearing the word “compounding” in relationship to finances. Here, Inman contributor Carl Medford couples compounding with business habits to set in motion long-term results that can dramatically transform your business and your personal … Continue reading

Objection-handling scripts for the buyer representation agreement 

If you’re rethinking your buyer consultation process and implementing a buyer representation agreement, team leader Carl Medford shares what you need to know to explain the change to your clients. Continue reading

How to justify your commission with a Buyer Bill of Rights

As the real estate landscape changes, thanks to recent commission-related lawsuits, pressure is being levied on buyer agents to demonstrate their value to potential clients.  Continue reading

13 ways to find a home for your buyers in this tight market

If you currently have buyers but cannot land an escrow, writes team leader Carl Medford, consider stepping up your game to provide the highest level of service possible. It’s time to start thinking outside the box. Continue reading

10 things to do right now, so you’re not in the next wave of agent exits

Team leader Carl Medford and his regional leadership mastermind have developed these 10 strategies to help you return to the fundamentals so that you’re ready to take on the challenges and opportunities that 2024 has in store. Continue reading

Get your mind(set) right to avoid the fate of 49% of real estate pros

Nearly half of real estate agents sold next-to-nothing last year, writes mega-team leader Carl Medford. He shares strategies to help you turn disappointment into success in 2024. Continue reading

Top 20 things Realtors really want for Christmas in 2023

Forget Cross pens and Starbucks gift cards. According to mega-team leader Carl Medford, here’s what’s really on the wishlist of every real estate pro right now. Continue reading

Last straw? 12 things to consider before ditching your brokerage

With words of wisdom from Charlie Munger, Simon Sinek and even Friedrich Nietzsche, team leader Carl Medford looks at 12 reasons to quit a job and 12 ways to fight that impulse. Continue reading

6 keys for leading into the storm during a market downturn

With the latest data and leadership lessons from Simon Sinek, mega-team leader Carl Medford offers advice and words of wisdom for leading your organization through the choppiest waters. Continue reading

The verdict is in: 4 key realities in the emerging market

With the coming appeal, writes team leader Carl Medford, it will be some time before the final verdict is reached. However, there are four key realities that you can expect to see in the days that lie ahead. Continue reading