This fun Swedish daily ritual builds better businesses

Have you heard of the Swedish tradition “fika”? Nikki Beauchamp explores how adopting “fika” on the daily can help nurture colleague and client relationships and create a company culture agents (and clients) want to join.
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3 negotiating skills that could also improve your health

By consciously putting practices in place that promote pausing, active listening and moments of laughter, broker Pam Blair writes, we can set ourselves up for a positive, more productive negotiation experience for everyone involved. Continue reading

How I would invest $2,500 in my real estate business in 2024

What we invest in, we can expect to grow. That’s why Jimmy Burgess recommends choosing one of these areas to invest in if you want big returns. Continue reading

How you can fight the ‘hidden dangers’ of unmanaged stress

No matter how much you love your job, stress can keep you from maximizing your opportunities while it undermines your performance. Broker Eric Bramlett guides you through implementing stress reduction into your everyday life. Continue reading

3 assets high-net-worth buyers are looking for in (all) their properties

These three facets of home design are critical to high-net-worth buyers now, and they will be into the future, says founder and CEO of The Agency Mauricio Umansky. Continue reading

Bowling alleys? Glam rooms? 6 luxury amenities buyers want now

From state-of-the-art gyms to custom salons and high-end sports courts, today’s luxury buyers are seeking more than just the finest fixtures and finishes — they want a resort-style destination to escape to. Here are a few trends cropping up in the luxu… Continue reading

3 steps for reevaluating your business goals

Self-evaluation is always important. With limited hours in each day, real estate agents need to figure out how to maximize what they do best. Here are a few things to consider when updating your goals for the year. Continue reading

6 ways homebuyers’ must-haves could change after the pandemic

Past pandemics changed home design, so what will be the impact of coronavirus? Design experts weigh in on the features we may see more of in the future. Continue reading

OPINION: Technology’s Impact on the Pandemic

(Across caregiving and community, business and intergenerational attitudes, the pandemic and how we respond to it could change us forever. Next Avenue turned to some of our Influencers in Aging, a diverse group of thought leaders, for their insights, c… Continue reading

5 steps to securing your real estate future

If you want to be one of the “thriving few” after this pandemic is over, here is a five-step plan you can execute during and after this crisis to set yourself up for success. Continue reading