It’s vital to review all advertisements, MLS entries and public-facing messages to make sure they comply with the Fair Housing Act and related laws that exist at all levels – … Continue reading →

The National Association of Realtors Board of Directors approved a new policy in Friday’s board meeting, requiring MLSs to provide brokers with data feeds of their own listing content when … Continue reading →

Despite social distancing, communication is crucial for real estate teams. Agents need to engage with each other and brokers should help them stay connected. Despite the need for social distancing, … Continue reading →

It’s easy to avoid retirement planning or saving for business slowdowns when your money arrives sporadically in big chunks. But that needs to change. Thinking about money – let alone … Continue reading →

Borrow from your retirement savings Though using funds earmarked for retirement can be risky, business owners may find it easier to borrow from themselves than from banks or the government, … Continue reading →

“National origin” is a Fair Housing Act protected class, and the law applies even if someone hails from a country with a high rate of COVID-19 infections. The Connecticut Fair … Continue reading →

In my last article about crisis leadership, I quoted Albert Einstein’s classic line, “In the midst of every crisis, lies great opportunity.” That quote continued to ring through my mind … Continue reading →

Markets change, and agents who can visualize the future prepare for what’s coming. During the Great Recession, for example, many became “short-sale specialists.” My friend Tara Reed is both a … Continue reading →

Six weeks ago when I published an article about applying a “Trauma-Informed Care” model to the housing industry, I had no idea we were about to embark on a globally … Continue reading →

Since the IRS moved tax-deadline day to July 15, Realtors have more time to maximize tax deductions, and a self-employed status can help them do so. Since the IRS moved … Continue reading →