What ‘Inventing Anna’ can teach us about vetting colleagues and clients

Humans are wired for connection, but how do you know whether or not you can trust that new acquaintance? Learn how to put them to the test and ensure that you’re building an authentic and vettable professional network. Continue reading

Circa 1910: What real estate agents need to know about four square homes

Four square and kit homes in any number of variations are commonplace across the country. Today, these houses may have been updated, modernized or expanded. Continue reading

Atlantic City is the most affordable beach town in the U.S. in 2022

There’s a misconception that homes in beach towns are unattainable for many Americans because of their higher prices, but Realtor.com says that’s just not so — here’s a list of affordable beach towns for homebuyers to explore. Continue reading

9 resources that’ll make you look smarter about the economy

Want to get a better grip on the big picture elements that affect your business and personal finances? Here are nine ways to easily stay informed every day. Continue reading

Things just got real: Ryan Serhant, Bess Freedman spar over reality TV

Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman on Thursday dismissed the real estate industry’s turn on reality TV as “horrible” as she butted heads with Serhant during a conference in New York. Continue reading

9 ways agents can leverage TikTok to build a real estate brand

At Connect Now, Madison Sutton of Brown Harris Stevens shared what she’s learned in the past few years on TikTok and suggested tips for real estate agents seeking success on the platform. Continue reading

Homebuyers descend upon a key battleground: the suburbs

The pandemic-era home market has been marked by frenzied competition among buyers. But one arena in particular has been hardest-fought. Continue reading

What’s your retirement plan or exit strategy? Pulse

This week, we’re wondering: Are you planning to continue running your business well into your golden years, or have you put a plan in place that will allow you to retire? Do you have passive income investments already, or is that part of a “someday” dr… Continue reading

Julian Johnston on leading a team to help others succeed

Julian Johnston wasn’t always a natural team leader, but his strong work ethic has helped make him the No. 1 Realtor in Miami Beach and his team the No. 7 small team by sales volume, according to RealTrends. Continue reading

7 tax-advantaged accounts every real estate agent needs to consider

You have myriad options to be saving for your future financial success. Certified Financial Planner Jordan Curnutt tells you how to maximize the potential of your investments. Continue reading