Bad reputation: 3 shifts that cloud the public's perception of agents
Opinion
Mega team leader Carl Medford points to several massive shifts that have caused the current commission crisis and the path he sees forward
by Carl Medford Apr 1
After the NAR settlement, 5 keys to buyer relationship marketing
Agents who see the changes coming and adapt to the new reality by cementing their relationships will be in a position to seize the day as market winds shift, mega-team leader Carl Medford writes
by Carl Medford Mar 20
The 7 habits of highly entrepreneurial team members
While many hope to launch a career in real estate, only a few have what it takes to go the distance, mega-team leader Carl Medford writes. Here's how to find top-tier talent
by Carl Medford Mar 12
Forget instant gratification. Compound small changes instead
We are used to hearing the word 'compounding' in relationship to finances. Inman contributor Carl Medford couples compounding with business habits to set in motion long-term results
by Carl Medford Mar 6
Objection-handling scripts for the buyer representation agreement 
If you're rethinking your buyer consultation and implementing a buyer representation agreement, team leader Carl Medford shares what you need to know to explain the change to your clients
by Carl Medford Feb 21
How to justify your commission with a Buyer Bill of Rights
As the real estate landscape changes thanks to commission-related lawsuits, Carl Medford writes, pressure is being levied on buyer agents to demonstrate their value to potential clients
by Carl Medford Feb 13
13 ways to find a home for your buyers in this tight market
If you currently have buyers but cannot land an escrow, writes team leader Carl Medford, consider stepping up your game to provide the highest level of service possible
by Carl Medford Jan 31
10 things to do right now, so you're not in the next wave of agent exits
Team leader Carl Medford and his regional mastermind developed these 10 strategies to help you return to the fundamentals and take on the challenges and opportunities the market has in store
by Carl Medford Jan 16
Get your mind(set) right to avoid the fate of 49% of real estate pros
Nearly half of real estate agents sold next-to-nothing last year, writes mega-team leader Carl Medford. He shares strategies to help you turn disappointment into success in 2024
by Carl Medford Jan 10
Top 20 things Realtors really want for Christmas in 2023
Opinion
Forget Cross pens and Starbucks gift cards. According to mega-team leader Carl Medford, here's what's really on the wishlist of every real estate pro right now
by Carl Medford Dec 18
Last straw? 12 things to consider before ditching your brokerage
With words of wisdom from Charlie Munger, Simon Sinek and even Friedrich Nietzsche, team leader Carl Medford looks at 12 reasons to quit a job and 12 ways to fight that impulse
by Carl Medford Dec 8
6 keys for leading into the storm during a market downturn
With the latest data and leadership lessons from Simon Sinek, mega-team leader Carl Medford offers advice and words of wisdom for leading your organization through the choppiest waters
by Carl Medford Nov 29
The verdict is in: 4 key realities in the emerging market
With the coming appeal, writes team leader Carl Medford, it will be some time before the final verdict is reached. However, there are 4 key realities that you can expect to see in the days ahead
by Carl Medford Nov 8
Everything shows during low tide: 3 business lessons from nature
Is the tide going in or out on your business? Are you planning for market waves and how they'll affect your future? Team leader Carl Medford helps you read the signs and plan for what's next
by Carl Medford Oct 3
Who makes more: solo or team agents? We've got the answer
Opinion
When shopping around for a brokerage, new agents may not know what to look for. Team leader Carl Medford breaks down the difference between going it alone and becoming part of a team
by Carl Medford Sep 27