Rates plunge upon December manufacturing surprise, and a new year’s forecast

The biggest news for the bond markets was the release of the U.S. December manufacturing report as indicated by the ISM Manufacturing Index: It plunged to a five month low — the lowest level in a decade. Continue reading

New year, new you: 8 ways to practice self-care

With the changing landscape of our field, the changing business models and the speed at which we have to respond to survive, it’s strategic and smart to practice self-care. Continue reading

Manage every finance with complete accounting solution AcctFusion

This smart, comprehensive business accounting software doesn’t require any third-party products to manage every penny that enters and leaves a brokerage. It includes e-checks, unlimited commission structures and easy integration with popular transactio… Continue reading

Pulse: How do you overcome ‘I’m happy renting right now’?

In our ongoing quest to find the best handlers, we ask that you take this one-question survey to share your top strategies with the masses in our weekly Tuesday column. This week’s situation: A potential buyer tells you he’s happy renting for now. How … Continue reading

Pick a focus word for 2020 and keep it in your mind

In the past few years, there’s been a move of sorts to replace the traditional resolution with a “focus word” or “word of the year.” Choose a focus word (or short phrase) to help keep you centered on your goals. Continue reading

The last housing finance roundup of 2019

The federal government took a flurry of actions before the end of the year. Read Lew Sichelman’s latest column to catch up with housing finance news you might otherwise have missed. Continue reading

10 New Year’s resolutions for homeowners

From making homes more energy efficient to keeping up with repairs, here are 10 New Year’s resolutions for homeowners that agents can share with clients. Continue reading

10 tips for making 2020 your best year yet

Even when your life is chaotic and full of tension, you can take steps to have as many happy and productive moments as possible. The more of these you have, the better your 2020 will be. Continue reading

7 factors chipping away at ‘the golden rule’

Here are seven trends in the real estate industry that threaten your ability to generate business with your database leads. Continue reading