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Abandoning NAR won’t help us reclaim our legacy and lead change

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Agents industrywide are tempted to give NAR the cold shoulder, but coach Darryl Davis says that is not the solution to fix the major problems at hand. Continue reading →

Americans hate their jobs. Real estate pros don’t have to

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Understanding the current state of work culture could save stress and retention woes, writes Rachael Hite. Here are a few ideas on how brokers can make work more enjoyable in 2024. Continue reading →

What Netflix and Lego can teach you about thriving amidst adversity

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Darryl Davis shares some of the hard-won lessons of the world’s most successful and resilient businesses. Put them to work in your professional life to meet the current moment. Continue reading →

Women are supporting women on Threads. Should you?

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The Threads app has exploded with posts of Women Supporting Women, an effort for growing community and connecting with other like-minded women. Jessi Healey explains and advises real estate agents on how to participate. Continue reading →

5 reasons minority, LGBTQ+ buyers should invest in real estate now

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Don’t let fear keep LGBTQ+ and minority clients from realizing the benefits of homeownership. Zak Shellhammer offers ideas for becoming an advocate and adviser for all of your buyers. Continue reading →

Here’s how to put the commission lawsuits in the rearview mirror

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The most critical issue for those not currently involved in the commission lawsuit litigation, writes trainer and author Bernice Ross, is how to proceed in light of the preliminary approval of the Anywhere and RE/MAX settlement agreements. Continue reading →

How the Sitzer | Burnett decision hurts minority homebuyers

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According to Keller Williams Head of Inclusion and Belonging Julia Lashay Israel, the Sitzer | Burnett commission case is not just about changes in agent commissions; it is about the broader implications for the accessibility of homeownership, esp… Continue reading →

Focus on fundamentals: Clients, communication, compliance

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According to compliance expert Summer Goralik, this is the time to take a proactive approach, ask important questions, adopt new business protocols and procedures, and engage in different types of conversations or scripts with clients. Continue reading →

Transgender Day of Remembrance is a time for authenticity

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For transgender real estate professional Jamie Zapata, leading with authenticity in both life and business is the only way to thrive. Continue reading →