Are you fiscally fit? The financial checkup your business needs

Maintaining a healthy cash flow, controlling debt, building an emergency fund, planning for taxes and retirement — Keller Williams’ Julia Lashay Israel serves up the financial gut check questions every business needs to ponder. Continue reading

3 profit-driving tips for broker-owners in a tough market

The truth is, you can fight back against a challenging market, but it’s unlikely you can avoid it. Here are some actionable strategies every brokerage owner must know to protect and grow what you’ve worked so hard to build. Continue reading

How did we get here? How to talk about the economy with clients

How did we get here, and what should we be focusing on as agents? These are the questions Jimmy Burgess posed to Keeping Current Matters’ George Ratiu, chief economist, and David Childers, president. Continue reading

Listing inventory drying up? 7 FAQs for hosting a budget-friendly homeseller seminar

Hosting a budget-friendly real estate seminar doesn’t have to be overwhelming or expensive — all it takes is a bit of creativity and planning ahead of time so you can make sure everything runs smoothly on the day of the event itself. Continue reading

On a budget? 10 lead sources with no upfront costs

If you’re looking for a way to keep your upfront costs down but still have a steady flow of leads coming into your business, Jimmy Burgess recommends these companies. Continue reading

Never created a real estate budget? 11 smart-money tips to help

In real estate, nothing is guaranteed. Plan ahead, and build good financial habits with these essential budget tips to weather the many seasons of the real estate market, Ojo Labs’ Chris Heller writes. Continue reading

At a glance: Expenses agents should be tracking from the get-go

As we enter the fourth quarter, now’s the time to get your finances in order for Tax Day. Here’s a quick look at what is and isn’t deductible as you prepare for tax season in real estate. Continue reading

Comfort can kill your business. Here’s what to watch for

Comfort can be a killer if you’re not careful. In life you’re either growing or you’re dying. Growth and comfort can not coexist, says Jimmy Burgess. If you’re comfortable in these five areas, it might be a foretell that your business will decline. … Continue reading

Hunting for the right financial adviser? Ask these 8 questions before you hire

If you’re on the hunt for the right financial adviser for you, be sure to ask these questions to ensure you do not end up expecting one level of service and receiving another, writes CFP Jordan Curnutt. Continue reading

Don’t leave money on the table: 3 tips for listing agents in a cooling market

Lady luck has nothing to do with that stellar price that smart agents snag for their sellers. Listing expert Julie Busby offers sound advice on how she gets top dollar for her clients even in a cooling market. Continue reading