Collaboration isn’t a buzzword. It’s a strategic imperative

Is the path to prosperity in real estate paved by fierce competition, or does the real power lie in collaborative endeavors? Coaches Emily Bossert and Melanie Klein share how teamwork can create optimal outcomes. Continue reading

11 things I wish they taught agents in real estate school

Building a real estate business is about more than memorizing lists of terms and laws, Jimmy Burgess writes. Find out what it takes to launch smarter. Continue reading

Forget what you think you know about holiday listings

To achieve extraordinary results, The Agency’s Deedee Howard writes, sometimes it pays to ignore conventional wisdom and pursue a more strategic marketing plan. Continue reading

Stop taking legal advice from NAR and your local association

Associations are a valuable resource, but they’re not the be-all and end-all of real estate, especially when it comes to questions about legality and licensing. It’s important to rely on valid legal advice from an attorney rather than the opinion of as… Continue reading

Teach to learn, and take advantage of the ‘orangutan effect’

Jay Papasan, author of “The ONE Thing,” writes that if you want to learn something, teach it to anyone, even if it’s just an orangutan. Continue reading

How to simplify rent collection for both landlords and tenants

Rent collection is essential for your portfolio’s financial stability and profitability. Ryan Barone shares strategies to simplify it for you and your renters. Continue reading

How Heather Haase is finding diamonds in a rhinestone world

In his latest Snapshot profile, Brandon Doyle talks to Heather “Sunshine” Haase about training, tech, authenticity and creating genuine connections. Continue reading