Agent/broker perspective: Short-term rental services — friend or foe?
Opinion
An agent wants to know if the short-term rental trend is worth her time, energy and focus — and if the risks are worth the effort. What advice should her broker give her?
by Anthony Askowitz Jul 21
Agent/broker perspective: Should top agents be consulted on office changes?
Each month Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This time: A top-producing agent is frustrated with her broker's decision to switch to an open-office floor plan. How should her broker react?
by Anthony Askowitz Apr 20
Agent/broker perspective: How should agents handle inexperienced deal partners?
An agent is tired of working with other inexperienced agents who lack basic professionalism. What should her broker say?
by Anthony Askowitz Dec 22
Agent/broker perspective: Is now the right time to acquire a competitor?
Opinion
In today's shaky economy, when things are still up in the air, should real estate companies plan for expansion through acquisitions?
by Anthony Askowitz May 19
Agent/broker perspective: Is it 'essential' to keep the office open?
Opinion
If you're deemed an essential business, is it still the right call to remain open?
by Anthony Askowitz Apr 14
Agent/broker perspective: What are safe solutions for selling homes during an outbreak?
Luckily, there are a handful of tech solutions to solve any disagreements in procedure
by Anthony Askowitz Mar 24
3 things US real estate agents should know about Chinese investors
New foreign exchange controls, the Trump effect and billionaire opportunities
by Sam Van Horebeek Mar 15
Agent/broker perspective: The right way to part ways
Opinion
How agents can leave their offices on good terms
by Anthony Askowitz Aug 10
Agent/broker perspective: Keeping politics out of real estate
Opinion
It's best to avoid political discussions with buyers, sellers and colleagues
by Anthony Askowitz Jul 14
Agent/broker perspective: Real estate websites and ADA compliance
Opinion
Are visually and hearing-impaired customers shut out of your web sites – and justified to sue?
by Anthony Askowitz Jun 14