In today’s market, does down payment assistance really help?

What we really need is more housing — especially affordable housing. Prices are still going up, and soon, there won’t be any houses priced low enough to be affordable for people who are within the income limits that qualify them for financial help. Continue reading

Knowing new construction gives you a competitive edge — here’s why

The inventory shortage isn’t going to last forever. In the meantime, studying the economy, real estate market statistics and particularly the new home construction process will make you a fierce competitor in today’s market and the future.  Continue reading

3 ways agents can add leverage in their lives and business

Leverage allows for higher quality work and more time for new projects, which in turn helps you build a better client experience, get more referrals and have a life outside of your business. Here’s how you can use it. Continue reading

5 helpful tips for choosing your first investment property

With market fluctuations and an evolving economy, investing in real estate can prove to be a profitable insurance policy for your financial future. If you’re thinking about making your first investment, here are a few things to consider. Continue reading

6 resources every real estate agent should have on hand right now

Staying up-to-date with the latest tech trends, innovations and services can help enhance agents’ knowledge and grow their businesses. Here are six categories of resources agents should have at their fingertips to enhance service and adapt quickly to c… Continue reading

Buying leads? Your business will be kaput in 2 years

The real estate market is healthy. The real estate industry is not. Because too many agents, team leaders and brokers have a huge blind spot in their business models. If you do too, it’ll likely destroy your business in the next two years. Continue reading

Rude buyers? Toxic sellers? Here are the do’s and don’ts of firing clients

Letting a client go is never fun or easy. Unfortunately, it’s part of being an entrepreneur and running a business. Here are a few useful tips on ending the client-agent relationship — and preventing challenges from cropping up in the first place. Continue reading

Agent/broker perspective: How can broker’s resolve frustrations over uneven commission splits?

Each month Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This time: A buyer’s agent is upset about listing agents demanding a larger piece of the sales commission. How should her broker react? Continue reading

How LGBTQ+ discrimination hinders path to homeownership

For the LGBTQ+ community, housing discrimination is preceded by many other impactful forms of discrimination that create barriers to homeownership. Here’s how. Continue reading

Thinking of getting into property management? Here’s a strategic approach

Whether you plan to manage two properties or 100, there’s never been a better time to leverage your experience and contacts to start a high-cashflow business in property. Here’s how you can get started building your property management portfolio today. Continue reading