5 telltale signs an agent has ‘commission breath’

An agent’s single-minded focus on commission only can bring chaos to a brokerage, managing broker Derek Carlson writes. Here’s what to watch for when you’re recruiting top talent. Continue reading

Los Angeles broker, CEO and SoCal luxury icon John Aaroe dies

Aaroe, who founded John Aaroe & Associates and the John Aaroe Group, was known as a cherished mentor and guiding light to Southern California agents. He passed away at the age of 73 on Tuesday. Continue reading

How a top DC agent went from college dropout to luxury mogul

Extra hours, social media and a team with the highest standards of service helped The Heider Company become one of the top-earning teams at Sotheby’s International Realty. Continue reading

A bunch of big real estate teams are making big moves

As competition for talent remains intense, major teams this week moved to Compass, eXp Realty and the Real Brokerage. Continue reading

8 ways to create Taylor Swift-level client loyalty in real estate

Trainer Rachael Hite reflects on the core strategies that the most successful agents she knows use to drive their businesses. Continue reading

Teams Spotlight: The Lisa Cozzi Team, Century 21 AllPoints Realty

With over 24 years of proven success, find out how Cozzi and her team adapt, strategize and execute, so clients win. Continue reading

Real estate doesn’t need more disruptors. It needs craftspeople

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate President Ginger Wilcox shares a call to bring care, knowledge and professionalism back to the center of the industry. Continue reading

What real estate brokerages can learn from luxury hotel brands

Real estate companies have the opportunity to craft a distinctive client experience aligned with their brand, values, vision and mission, The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin writes. Continue reading

Broker Spotlight: Tricia Schlosser, Century 21 Morrison Realty

Find out how this standout North Dakota broker delivers “full-service support for serious professionals” and for the clients they serve. Continue reading

Ripple effect: The unseen influence of your real estate work

The next time you’re questioning your effort and your impact, coach Darryl Davis writes, look at the ripple effect of all you do and the lives you touch. Continue reading