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5 money mistakes other agents made (so you don’t have to)

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Financial planner Amanda Neely shares hard-learned lessons about building financial security in a commission-based career from her clients who are real estate professionals. Continue reading →

Former Zillow mortgage originator sues over alleged wages issues

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Former mortgage loan originator Andrew Josephson claims the company failed to adequately pay him and other employees for time worked in an effort to cut costs and gain a leg up on competitors. Continue reading →

Is it a write-off? See which of these 14 expenses agents can deduct at tax time

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A quick reference guide for common real estate agent expenses to help you determine whether or not they are tax-deductible. Continue reading →

How bad is it? 14 scenarios for what agents can and cannot let fall by the wayside

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Sometimes it’s OK to let a few things fall off the to-do list to prioritize the things that absolutely need to get done — and to keep one’s mental health in check. But agents should be discerning in deciding what to let go of and what really can’t be p… Continue reading →

So you want to be an agent? Here are 7 truths about the job

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Being a real estate agent is much more like operating your own business than working any other regular job. There’s a huge learning curve, and it can often feel overwhelming. That’s why, if you’re a newbie, you have to be prepared. Here’s what to expect. Continue reading →

How to tighten your team’s belt right now

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The coronavirus has already significantly affected the economy, and chances are, it’ll have an impact on your team, too. Here are a few things you can do to get your financial commitments in shape, adapt your team and soften the blow. Continue reading →

Dollars and Sense: What costs should new real estate agents expect?

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Too often new agents come away from the onboarding process excited about all the potential money they could make in their new careers, but they are unprepared for the investments they’ll have to make to function as a plugged-in businessperson. Continue reading →