Under what circumstances are you willing to negotiate commission? Pulse

For some agents and brokers, the very idea of negotiating commission is taboo. For others, negotiation, even on commission is always on the table, especially in hyper-competitive markets. Continue reading

Use seller leasebacks to give your clients more options

Providing creative solutions to buyers and sellers, such as leasebacks, is a tangible way to add value and create opportunities, according to team leader Julie Busby. Sellers on the fence about selling are much more willing to try if they understand al… Continue reading

How to help a homebuyer sweeten an offer — without going too far

Contingency clauses are there to protect buyers and shouldn’t be dropped lightly. Here’s how agents can help advise clients navigating the tricky situations that offer-sweeteners can create. Continue reading

Working with sellers in a market shift: 7 dos and don’ts

This is not a case of Chicken Little crying, “The sky is falling,” says team leader Carl Medford. We are headed into a real shift, and those who embrace the new reality, effectively coach their clients and respond the quickest will come out ahead. Continue reading

3 ways to keep your team engaged, happy and productive during the ‘Great Resignation’ 

According to management consultant Marion Weiler, the Great Resignation means that you need to pay extra attention to your team. Here, she shares some ways to shift your focus so that your staff stays loyal and doesn’t start looking elsewhere.
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‘Reframe and repeat’: 5 ways to be a better leader for your agents 

Being a leader means not only being on top of your game but also being in touch with the needs of your agents. Santiago Arana of The Agency shares his own leadership insights. Continue reading

10 apps to make keeping your finances in check a breeze  

Mobile apps can be game-changers, making your business finances streamlined, organized and even a little fun. Millions Dollar Listing LA stars James Harris and David Parnes share their favorite apps for handling both your personal and business finances. Continue reading

10 apps to make keeping your finances in check a breeze  

Mobile apps can be game-changers, making your business finances streamlined, organized and even a little fun. Millions Dollar Listing LA stars James Harris and David Parnes share their favorite apps for handling both your personal and business finances. Continue reading

A recipe exists to build a sustainable team; read some of the ingredients

Inman reached out to industry experts and team leaders, who shared insights based on first-hand experience about what works and what doesn’t. Here’s what they had to say. Continue reading

Ember’s app for buyers reflects its approach to simplifying co-ownership: Tech Review

Although not a technology company in the traditional sense, Ember has developed a mobile app to facilitate owner operation, communication and service needs. Continue reading