There’s freedom in saying no, setting boundaries, saying goodbye

If you don’t set boundaries, you can’t expect clients to respect them, writes luxury agent Amie Quirarte. Set firm boundaries, and communicate them upfront.  Continue reading

‘How the hell did I get here?’ How to make moves without regrets

Being really honest with yourself and asking these key soul-searching questions can help you determine whether making a move is right for you at this particular moment in your life, author and coach Darryl Davis writes. Continue reading

Playing the blame game in this market? Here’s how to stop

Whether you call it TBG or the blame game, it has an insidious effect on your business, writes team leader Carl Medford. The longer it’s allowed to fester, the more damage blame will cause to team unity and morale, along with client confidence and trust. Continue reading

Real Tea: ‘Buying Beverly Hills’ agents dish on rookie mistakes

Netflix’s “Buying Beverly Hills” centers around rookie agents and their high-profile team leaders and mentors at The Agency. From mispronouncing finishes to being ill-prepared for showings, these agents dish on learning the tough lessons while being fi… Continue reading

Sotheby’s snags leading South-Central Texas team to form affiliate

The team formerly known as the Southern District Properties Group at Compass will now become Sotheby’s newest affiliate in Texas, Southern District Sotheby’s International Realty. Continue reading

Low motivation? Blind ambition? Procrastination? Here’s how to solve 5 common team squabbles

Working with a team is as much of an exercise in self-improvement, commitment to excellence and accountability for the team leader as it is for members on the team, writes broker Cara Ameer. The goal is to create a happy and inspiring place to prosper.  Continue reading

I’m a real estate agent. You can’t tell me what to wear on the job

Why is it that in 2023 our culture is still determined to enforce dated and ridiculous dress code stereotypes? Trainer Rachael Hite says that brokers need to focus more on providing great customer service to consumers and better training for agents an… Continue reading

These 10 skills will make you look like a natural born leader

Everyone has the ability to be a great leader, but not everyone has the drive. Developing leadership skill takes time, dedication and perseverance. Continue reading

When your toughest competitor is the other agent

Sometimes, the agent on the other side of the table can’t get out of their own way. The next time you experience a hot-headed real estate agent on the other side of the deal, try these tips from Amie Quirarte to cool it down.  Continue reading

Should you buy down your mortgage? The Real Word

This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White are talking about buying down mortgages, investing in your real estate business and keeping up with current events on The Real Word. Continue reading