Anthony's Stories

Opinion
Agent/broker perspective: Don’t mess with RESPA
Agents, title companies, closing attorneys, lenders and insurers should be diligent about avoiding even the appearance of giving or accepting 'kickbacks' for referrals
Aug 20
Opinion
Agent/broker perspective: How brokerages can address affordable housing
Affordable housing is a problem for governments to solve, but there are several indirect ways real estate professionals can help
Jul 16
Opinion
Agent/broker perspective: How to help agents avoid burning out
It’s normal for successful agents to plateau and get bored. Brokers should prepare a wide range of suggestions based on the weary agent’s unique personality and concerns
Jun 18
Opinion
Agent/broker perspective: How to handle a beloved broker leaving
Broker transitions are handled best in cases where office owners are consistently present and trustworthy
May 21
Opinion
Agent/broker perspective: Can agents challenge their brokerage’s philanthropic pursuits?
Brokerages should support local charities, but if agents are asked to commit financially, they should have a say. One way to avoid problems is to have several charities agents can choose from
Apr 16
Opinion
Agent/broker perspective: Is mandatory CE still necessary?
Brokers can help their agents by encouraging the pursuit of interesting and creative continuing education courses
Mar 19
Opinion
Agent/broker perspective: Should this established agent pair up with a millennial?
Great partnerships often develop when agents have complementary skills and talents, rather than overlapping ones, even if both are highly successful
Feb 19
Opinion
Agent/broker perspective: Are you showing favoritism at company parties?
It's nice for brokerages to celebrate birthdays at monthly get-togethers, but it's important to be inclusive
Jan 15