Offering Sympathy From a Distance in the Time of Coronavirus

When my good friend, Nikki, told me a few days ago that her father had just passed away from natural causes, my first reaction was to offer sympathy. Then I asked, “What are the funeral arrangements?” Her answer: “I’m not sure. We will have a memorial … Continue reading

Keller Williams pledges $20M to reduce coaching costs for agents

The company is making big changes to the cost structure of its various coaching programs for the next two months. Continue reading

We talked to 21 multiple listing services about their coronavirus preparations. Here’s what they said

Canceling open houses, making showings voluntary and offering online training are some of the steps MLSs are taking. More drastic steps may be on the horizon. Continue reading

Why Worrying About a Cognitive Test Leads to Poorer Performance

Say you go to the movies with a 20-something. After, neither of you can recall which previews were shown. Or the star’s name. Or, um, where you parked the car. Only one of you is probably thinking, “Oh no, am I losing it?” Not the 20-year-old. “We all … Continue reading

Starting a Business in Retirement: Using a Lawyer

You’re eager to start a part-time business in retirement and have done your research. Now it’s time to learn about the legal requirements and tax implications; the human or electronic legal help you may need and what that could cost. First off: Decidin… Continue reading

Compass CEO Robert Reffkin calls on Congress to provide aid to agents

Robert Reffkin argued coronavirus aid shouldn’t be limited to W2 workers. The National Association of Realtors has also said it is working to ensure aid packages benefit to agents. Continue reading