12 rules of the road for new (and experienced) agents 

The road to real estate success is paved with strong connections, integrity and a genuine focus on client needs, trainer and coach Bernice Ross writes. Continue reading

Stop paying 35-40% to the portals for leads

Instead of throwing away money on paid leads month after month, author and trainer Bernice Ross teaches you how to generate both buyer and listing leads at little or no cost. Continue reading

Women make up 66% of NAR’s membership. Is it serving you?

As the National Association of Realtors doubles down to support bad behavior in its leadership, women see the organization’s response as part of a larger problem endemic to the real estate industry. Continue reading

How to reduce your income taxes legally using real estate investing

Tax strategist David A. Perez helps real estate investors plan ahead to minimize their tax burden. Here he shares his insights with author Bernice Ross. Continue reading

Ready to start investing? Here are the ins and outs to get you started

Bernice Ross talks with Brian Davis and Denis Supplee of SparkRental to bring your the investor fundamentals you need to get started. Continue reading

Women are masters of the financial universe. They just don’t know it

Within the next five to eight years, women will control an astounding $32 trillion of the country’s wealth. Sadly, many are totally unprepared to handle what’s ahead. Continue reading

Does this financial analyst have an economic crystal ball?

Could an obscure chart provide a roadmap for investment? Bernice Ross talks with money mentor Chris Naugle about this little-known pattern of economic highs and lows dating all the way back to the 19th century. Continue reading

Unconventional mortgage loans: Help for 1099 clients and investors

For agents, sharing these programs with those who would not normally qualify for a traditional conventional loan can be a huge lead generator for their business for many years to come.  Continue reading

Are ARMs and 40-year mortgage loans good deals for buyers? 

Focusing exclusively on monthly payments can mean borrowers lose sight of the advantages, and drawbacks, of various loan products. Trainer Bernice Ross looks at some alternatives to the 30-year fixed rate mortgage. Continue reading