A ‘hawk tuah’ far: Why you need to leave this TikTok trend alone

Trendy or tacky? “Hawk tuah” is enjoying virality on TikTok (and beyond), and agents are getting in on the trend. Rachael Hite is here to tell you why that’s a bad idea for your professional reputation. Continue reading

Home sales tend to rise after big elections. Can it happen in 2025?

Keeping Current Matters’ David Childers and Jimmy Burgess crunch the numbers and lay out the reasons real estate agents and brokers could see a post-presidential election sales surge in 2025. Continue reading

Change is a constant. Here’s how to navigate it — no matter the market

Navigating change in the dynamic real estate market, Rainy Hake Austin writes, demands a blend of self-awareness, strategic planning and effective utilization of support systems. Continue reading

12 ways to build strong lender partnerships for happier clients

Clever CEO Luke Babich writes that partnering with well-qualified lenders helps you help your clients, build your brand and add value to every real estate transaction. Continue reading

An ABR instructor’s guide to buyer agreements and commissions

Not sure what to say to buyers and sellers about the way compensation works today? Bernice Ross offers insights from Accredited Buyer Representative instructor Rhonda Hamilton. Continue reading

National Homeownership Month is a good time to celebrate service

Whether you’re working with first-time homebuyers or helping seniors stay in their homes, the way that you support homeownership matters, writes broker-owner Teresa Boardman. Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Don’t just talk the talk. Walk the walk

Find out how South Florida luxury Realtor Darin Tansey learned that there’s always a chance to make dreams come true in real estate. Continue reading