Agent/broker perspective: How can broker’s resolve frustrations over uneven commission splits?

Each month Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This time: A buyer’s agent is upset about listing agents demanding a larger piece of the sales commission. How should her broker react? Continue reading

9 listing presentation mistakes you can’t afford to make

Today’s tight inventory environment means that agents can’t afford not to win a listing. Here are nine mistakes agents commonly make and how to avoid them. Continue reading

Weekly meetings lame? Here’s how to change that

Office meetings don’t have to be a chore. If you feel like your weekly circle-ups are lackluster, make some changes and engage your agents. Continue reading

6 Instagram accounts you’ll love if you’re in real estate

From the glamorous to the absurd, these Instagram accounts will lift your spirits and provide you with useful information. Continue reading

What you should understand about the NYC rental broker fee changes

Agents need to take their clients behind the headlines and explain how New York City’s change to brokers’ fees could hurt them. Continue reading

Fix that outlet! How to manage client expectations during the appraisal process

The home appraisal process can be a tripwire during the sales process because it involves judgments about a family’s home, the center of their emotional lives, whether they realize it or not. Here’s how to help your clients — and yourself — during thos… Continue reading

Want happy, productive agents? Make their pay your priority

Getting paid promptly for your work is surprisingly hard in our high-tech world. Make it a priority for your agents to feel that they’re valued and that their hard-work is acknowledged without a doubt. Continue reading

Want happy, productive agents? Make their pay your priority

Getting paid promptly for your work is surprisingly hard in our high-tech world. Make it a priority for your agents to feel that they’re valued and that their hard-work is acknowledged without a doubt. Continue reading

Are listing agents the right people to present your buyer offers?

Here’s how to navigate this tricky situation and avoid stepping on other agents’ toes. Continue reading

Are listing agents the right people to present your buyer offers?

Here’s how to navigate this tricky situation and avoid stepping on other agents’ toes. Continue reading