7 things to know before the Aug. 17 settlement implementation

The clock is ticking on implementation of the NAR commission lawsuit settlement. Team leader Carl Medford outlines what buyer agents need to know to be successful under the new rules of the road. Continue reading

Home sales tend to rise after big elections. Can it happen in 2025?

Keeping Current Matters’ David Childers and Jimmy Burgess crunch the numbers and lay out the reasons real estate agents and brokers could see a post-presidential election sales surge in 2025. Continue reading

Change is a constant. Here’s how to navigate it — no matter the market

Navigating change in the dynamic real estate market, Rainy Hake Austin writes, demands a blend of self-awareness, strategic planning and effective utilization of support systems. Continue reading

5 powerful strategies to harness publicity and build your business

Luxury advisor Chris Pollinger shares strategies built around PR, marketing and events so you can leverage the power of publicity and grow your real estate business. Continue reading

Leverage your time by using a qualified bookkeeper

Think about the time and effort you spend doing your own bookkeeping, Maeda Palius and Amy Chorew write, then contrast that with profit potential of using that time for income-generating activities. Continue reading

Mauricio Umansky on how to engage your online network 

Engaging with your network is not a one-and-done proposition, Mauricio Umansky writes. It’s about consistent effort and effective communication. Continue reading

12 ways to build strong lender partnerships for happier clients

Clever CEO Luke Babich writes that partnering with well-qualified lenders helps you help your clients, build your brand and add value to every real estate transaction. Continue reading