5 no-nonsense ways to stay out of court (and out of trouble)

Stop trying to DIY your compliance or ignore difficult clients. According to coach Darryl Davis, keeping careful records, researching thoroughly and communicating regularly are your best bets for staying on the right side of the law. Continue reading

What top real estate agents do that struggling agents don’t

The daily habits of top agents allow them to separate themselves from the competition, so they can thrive in any market, Real’s Jimmy Burgess writes. Continue reading

7 metros where you can snag a luxury home for less than $1M

Purchasing a luxury home often comes with a hefty price tag, but in some U.S. metros, high-end living can still be surprisingly affordable. Continue reading

Rising inventories have more homebuyers going to their lender

Purchase loan applications soared 10 percent last week to the highest level since April, even though rates have been stuck in the high sixes, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported Wednesday. Continue reading

Wants vs. commitment: How to know if your buyers are really ready

If your buyers seem to be getting cold feet, dig deeper and find their why so you can help them make the right decisions, coach Darryl Davis writes. Continue reading

How today’s agents are merging media, marketing and mastery

Savvy agents are leveraging digital media to showcase and share their expertise and win new business, The Agency’s Mauricio Umansky writes. Continue reading

Real estate licensing should require blackbelt-level mastery

If departments of real estate across the country were serious about their mission to protect the public, they would align licensing education and certification with actual practice in the industry, broker Spencer Krull writes. Continue reading

7 critical activities for effectively working with buyers in 2025

Those who understand the requirements of today’s market and are willing to roll up their sleeves will reap the rewards, team leader Carl Medford writes. Continue reading

What’s your elevator pitch to ‘I found it on Zillow’ buyers? Pulse

Some buyers believe they know everything about pricing and processes because of the time they’ve spent online. How do you sell them on your value? Continue reading

10 unexpected places to find your next top producer 

The best agents don’t always come from traditional backgrounds, coach Verl Workman writes. Sometimes, the ideal candidate is already excelling in a different industry, just waiting for the right opportunity. Continue reading