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6 common industry terms that need to die

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Our terminology is damaging the high standards we uphold as we serve our clients. Let’s bury these terms and make things clearer and easier for ourselves, our industry and our clients. Continue reading →

Stop chasing better splits! It’s your net that truly matters

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I heard a long time ago from one of my first mentors that you can feed your ego or you can feed your family — pick one. So what does “net” actually mean? Here are five ways your net is more impactful than a higher split. Continue reading →

Antitrust lawsuits will doom consumers: Transparency is key

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Requiring buyers to pay for their agent’s commission would force consumers onto the horns of dilemma. There’s a better way. Continue reading →

How to suss out the ‘looky-loos’ from actual prospects

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As agents, we often have to deal with insincere people who are not serious about purchasing or selling properties. Here’s how to spot them and prevent them from wasting your precious time. Continue reading →

What type of commission structure is best for your team?

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There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to team compensation. An experienced team leader outlines the pros and cons of the most common structures. Continue reading →

The Real Word: Redfin’s publishing buyer’s agent commissions

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Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. This week, now all Redfin-listed homes will publicly display the commission that sellers are offering to buyer’s agents. Continue reading →

Redfin to publicly display buyers’ agent commissions on all listings

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The online brokerage believes that displaying buyer’s agent commissions will add transparency and lead to a more efficient housing marketplace. Continue reading →

How to keep your commission off the negotiating table

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You’ll likely come across buyers griping about commissions — probably because of their own experiences or poor representations of what agents actually do on reality TV or social media. Here are a handful of tips for showcasing your worth and combating … Continue reading →

Sellers had enough? How to keep emotions in check when fatigue sets in

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A home that sits on the market for months on end becomes an emotional rollercoaster for sellers. How can you help your sellers avoid seller fatigue (and agent exhaustion)? Continue reading →