EXp Realty promotes 2 execs to new leadership positions

Carrie Lysenko is now Chief Technology Officer, and Holly Mabery is Chief Brokerage Officer, a newly created role at the firm. Continue reading

American Real Estate Association hires Mary-Frances Coleman as inaugural executive director

Real estate vet and legal expert Mary-Frances Coleman is the association’s first executive director. She said one of ARA’s biggest challenges will be dealing with the “that’s the way it’s always been done” mentality. Continue reading

How to keep agents motivated if they’re worried about commissions

Agents don’t need more money, Verl Workman writes. They need more motivation and the confidence to achieve their professional goals in today’s market. Continue reading

5 questions to help you decide what you want in your next job

Looking ahead to 2026 and thinking of making a move? Derek Carlson offers five questions to help you think through your options and put your best face forward. Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Real estate apprenticeship is the answer to new agent retention

Find out more about broker-owner Courtney Poulos’ journey and what she thinks new agents need most from the industry. Continue reading

How the ‘bro climate’ is failing new real estate agents and their clients

Real estate coach Birgit Biehl says new agents are facing a culture problem. The “bro climate” — a mix of outdated competitiveness, lack of mentorship and ego-driven leadership — pushes away clients and drives down professionalism. Continue reading

NAR offers $99 home security package for Realtors, clients

SafeStreets is offering NAR members and their clients a full security system for a one-time installation fee of $99 plus ongoing monthly costs. The company is the third addition to NAR’s Realtor Benefits program this year. Continue reading

Residential roots, commercial reach: How this broker created scale with a strategic merger

Find out how Jill Butler’s RedKey Realty Leaders scaled smarter by bringing on a boutique commercial brokerage and integrating their agents and their services. Continue reading

25 ways to thrive during real estate conference season

Let frequent conference attendee, speaker and organizer Nikki Beauchamp share key strategies that help her not just survive but thrive during this busy period. Continue reading

4 secrets for making every moment count in real estate

Real estate success is about more than closing deals, Nick Schlekeway writes. It’s about becoming an indispensable resource for clients and creating value that goes beyond transactions. Continue reading