It can happen to you: Get real about personal risk and crime potential

Worrying won’t keep you safe, security expert Robert Siciliano writes. However, clear-eyed assessment of potential risk factors and common-sense precautions just might. Continue reading

It’s Realtor Safety Month. Here’s how to protect yourself and clients

Find out how to lead with safety in every transaction and protect buyers, sellers, FSBOs and yourself from crime with security specialist Tracey Hawkins. Continue reading

Are you coachable? 6 questions to ask yourself before taking the leap

Getting ready to be coached isn’t just about wanting to change, coaches Melanie Klein and Emily Bossert write. It’s about being prepared to do the work it will take to change. Continue reading

Big Brother’s little brothers are watching you

Feeling like your listings are under scrutiny? They are. Bernice Ross lets you know more about the tools and techniques MLSs are using to ensure compliance with new commission rules. Continue reading

A bicoastal agent’s life since the commission rules changed

Selling real estate under the new commission rules is like playing Red Light, Green Light on a tightrope, bicoastal agent Cara Ameer writes. Here’s how her business has been since the change. Continue reading

Lamacchia: Knock off the threats to hardworking real estate agents

Anthony Lamacchia said threats of severe penalties for commission violations leveled by plaintiffs lawyer Michael Ketchmark and Consumer Advocates in American Real Estate are “unnecessary.” Continue reading

Accelerate results with 8 one-on-one secrets (and a bonus secret)

Take a new, unconventional approach to one-on-ones that emphasizes the needs, preferences and goals of your agents, luxury consultant Chris Pollinger writes. Continue reading

Real estate safety abroad: Lessons from the tragic deaths of 2 agents

On the eve of Realtor Safety Month, safety expert Tracey Hawkins shares strong reminders to keep safety top of mind. Continue reading