Who does what? 4 tips for defining team roles and setting expectations

At the most basic level, there are three functions that run a business. To bring this into context for a real estate team, here’s a breakdown of the responsibilities in each area (operations, finance, and sales and marketing) — plus, four tips for clea… Continue reading

5 essential questions every team leader needs to ask

As we head into a new year, what are you doing to drive profit and create value for your team members and clients? Here are five questions every team leader should ask themselves to help them determine just that. Continue reading

Bright MLS welcomes teams into its platform

As teams continue to dominate the real estate industry, the major Mid-Atlantic MLS is launching new tools to help them better track their performance. Continue reading

What’s your top prediction for 2022?

After everything we’ve experienced over the past couple of years, it’s understandable if you’re shying away from making any definitive predictions about what’s next. However, if you can’t help but wonder about the future, we invite you to share your 20… Continue reading

3 proven tactics for overcoming the inventory shortage

Just by getting on the phone, you can generate new leads and build your own listing inventory. The business is that simple. The people who have the most conversations and go on the most appointments sell the most houses. Here are a few tips for making … Continue reading

Sellers on the fence? 10 reasons they should list this holiday season

‘Tis the season for selling! Here’s why your reluctant clients should make the leap into the market before the holidays are over. Continue reading

4 reasons every brokerage needs an iBuyer solution (yes, even after Zillow)

Consumers will continue to increasingly seek different real estate pathways. Zillow, Redfin, Opendoor and other national iBuyers aren’t going away. Why not stake your claim on a piece of the action? Continue reading

Is Oregon’s ban on love letters in legal trouble? The Real Word

In this edition of The Real Word, Bryon Lazine and Nicole White discuss a lawsuit that’s fighting Oregon’s ban on love letters, top changes from the NAR annual conference and Real Estate Creative’s social media content. Continue reading

11 issues that will impact the future of real estate

As Americans, we’re very blessed. This holiday season, mega-team leader Carl Medford is thankful, but also concerned. Here are the top 11 issues that he believes will affect the future of real estate. Continue reading

The case for reinvention: Why agents should always be adapting

The shuttering of Zillow Offers is a good lesson in reinvention for all agents. As consumer expectations change, real estate professionals need to adapt and create something that adds value to stay ahead of the competition. Continue reading