Agent/broker perspective: How do you keep momentum going?

In this column, Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This month: A veteran agent has had her best production year ever, and she wants to ensure the momentum continues. What can her … Continue reading

How to make the most of your day off

In a field where there’s an expectation of being responsive and “on” constantly, you’re bound to burn out if you don’t take time off. Here’s how to squeeze the most out of a day off. Continue reading

Can you own a real estate business without operating a brokerage?

Anna Bellomo is the Founder and Owner of District Homes, a successful boutique real estate business. Ranked number one in the Berkeley area, Bellomo and her team facilitated $82.2M in home sales last year for 74 happy families. Below, Bellomo shares ho… Continue reading

How to stay competitive in a cooling market

As the market cools, there’ll be more and more competition for the same inventory. Here are six reminders on the fundamentals of finding your edge. Continue reading

‘Work-life balance is attainable’ And other misnomers that make life miserable

Free yourself from misery by realizing how some common work-life maxims are really just myths that we need to either ignore or redefine. Continue reading

7 morning habits that’ll set you up for a productive day

In real estate, you have a lot of balls in the air at any given moment, and there are lots of variables that can throw a wrench in your day. Setting yourself up for the best possible outcome every morning is one thing that is in your control. Continue reading

Here are the most lucrative data points for your brokerage

In a competitive industry ripe for disruption, the future belongs to the brokers and owners who are holding more cards than their competition. It belongs to those who have the right data at their fingertips. Continue reading

Keeping It Real: How to squeeze the day for all it’s worth

Regular contributor Peter Lorimer turns an eight-hour workday into 16 hours of productive time — every day. Learn his productivity secrets here. Continue reading