Private listings, fiduciary risk: A warning from Side’s founders

From fiduciary duty concerns to fair housing implications, Guy Gal and Hilary Saunders break down what private listings mean for sellers, agents and the future of brokerage. Continue reading

So you want to start your career on a team? Here’s what to know

Agents who thrive on teams aren’t always the most talented on Day 1, coach Verl Workman writes, but they have the best attitudes and are willing to follow a proven system. Continue reading

How real estate teams work (and what new agents need to know)

A strong team doesn’t just help new agents close deals, coach Verl Workman writes. It teaches them how to build a real business with real structure behind it. Continue reading

Fresh start: The team and agent moves kicking off 2026

Some of the industry’s best teams and brokers have started the year with a new brokerage. Here are updates from Compass, Douglas Elliman and others. Continue reading

The biggest recruiting mistake most real estate leaders make

One-size-fits-all recruiting pitches are costing brokerages top talent, writes recruiting expert Brett Jennings. Here’s how an assessment-driven, customized approach changes everything. Continue reading

How a top DC agent went from college dropout to luxury mogul

Extra hours, social media and a team with the highest standards of service helped The Heider Company become one of the top-earning teams at Sotheby’s International Realty. Continue reading

How analytics and accountability drive real estate team performance

Troy Palmquist talks to proptech founder Brian Charlesworth to find out how his analytics platform is helping real estate teams supercharge their growth. Continue reading

What it takes to build a $100M real estate brand with heart

Coach Melanie Klein shares the growth journey of O’Connor Estates, a Brentwood, California, real estate team that’s making waves for all the right reasons. Continue reading

Leadershift: How brokers and team leaders can prepare for 2026

The market is poised for change. If you want to be part of what’s ahead, take a page from John Maxwell’s book “Leadershift.” Lori Muller shows you how. Continue reading

Tech-focused, indie, big-box or family-style? How to choose the right brokerage for your team

Your brokerage sets the tone for your business, Jessica Souza writes. Here’s how to find the one that aligns with your goals, your culture and your long-term vision. Continue reading