What’s your top tip for luxury agents in today’s market? Pulse

This week, we want to know: How have the past couple of years redefined the luxury market and changed what it takes to be a luxury agent? Continue reading

Agents can’t let crypto creep into their real estate spheres

This month’s situation: A veteran agent is developing a side interest in cryptocurrency that is bleeding into her real estate business. Should her broker keep her focused on their primary business? Continue reading

Marriage equality plaintiff, former Realtor Jim Obergefell on LGBTQ+ advocacy today

As the plaintiff in Obergefell v. Hodges, Jim Obergefell sought to honor the memory of his late husband. The result was a sweeping Supreme Court decision that made marriage equality law. Today, he continues his advocacy and is running for the Ohio Hous… Continue reading

10 accounts agents need to optimize their business and personal cash flows

Financial experts Jordan Curnutt and Michael Kilner outline a plan to apply the principles of the envelope or bucket method to both banking and investment accounts. That way, you can make your money work as hard as you do. Continue reading

Systems, support and opportunity: What your agents need from you

When you’re providing leadership, nothing says more than your actions, according to The Agency’s Mauricio Umansky. Your goal as a leader is to give your team what they need to thrive, succeed and feel supported every step of the way. Continue reading

Crisis management: Are you a peacetime or a wartime leader?

Some leaders are wired for crisis while others are more focused on building the culture of their company. Team leader Adam Hergenrother looks at how the natural leadership styles of peacetime and wartime leaders differ and how they are suited to differ… Continue reading

Recognizing the distance we have yet to travel toward full equality

To fulfill the promise of our founders, and of Juneteenth, it’s time to prioritize affordability and access for Black Americans, writes team leader Carl Medford. Here he outlines the history of the holiday and the meaning it holds. Continue reading

Real estate companies are actually not laying off staff right and left

Recent headlines have been filled with news of layoffs, but look closer, writes author and executive Joe Rand. The companies where layoffs are occurring are wholly unrepresentative of the real estate industry and don’t represent a major trend. Continue reading