The meaning of luxury: What agents can learn from the Kardashian homes
Opinion
Check out some of the famous family’s most iconic homes, along with some of their newer real estate purchases, and consider the way their homes reflect their changing brands and lifestyles
by Christy Murdock Jul 29
Regroup, reuse, recycle: How to recalibrate your marketing mid shift
What used to work may suddenly feel obsolete in a shifting market. Here’s how to change up your marketing and make it fresher, more relevant and more meaningful
by Christy Murdock Jul 29
Lesson Learned: Forget the commission
This week: Find out how New York City's Leslie J. W. Singer of Brown Harris Stevens learned to put commissions last and clients first
by Christy Murdock Jul 26
At a glance: A financial guide for for your first year in real estate
This month-over-month financial plan will help walk you through where you should be and help you avoid any cash-flow pitfalls in your first year. Bookmark this handy list — and refer to it often
by Dani Vanderboegh Jun 14
Lesson Learned: Don't expect a hiccup-free transaction
This week: Find out why NYC associate broker Lisa Chajet says there's rarely a trouble-free transaction in real estate
by Christy Murdock Jun 13
9 resources to make you smarter about the economy in 2025
Opinion
Here are 9 ways to increase your economic IQ so you can understand what's happening in the financial world
by Christy Murdock May 21
15 smart money management rules to live by
There’s always something new to learn about making better financial decisions. From the simple to the complex, here’s a roundup of smart money moves to make now
by Christy Murdock May 19
Negotiating online? How to get your virtual poker face ready
Opinion
Find out how to optimize your virtual negotiation skills so that you can give your clients the best possible chance at success
by Christy Murdock Apr 20
Lesson Learned: Put everything in writing
This week: Find out how NYC agent and former chef Andrew J. Feldman learned that no matter what you think you know, get it in writing
by Christy Murdock Apr 11
Lesson Learned: What goes around comes around
This week: Find out how NYC's Ellen Sykes learned that when it comes to going the extra mile, the good you do comes back to you
by Christy Murdock Apr 4
How to get your piece of the relocation buyer resurgence
Opinion
Where are people coming from, where are they going and how can you help them? It starts with digging into the data and creating a strategy to grow your relocation services
by Christy Murdock Mar 30
In case you were still in doubt, here's proof women make great leaders
Opinion
It may go without saying that women are as capable and worthy as their male counterparts, but let’s say it anyway. Women bring a host of exceptional qualities to the table, though they sometimes go unacknowledged
by Christy Murdock Mar 23
So you want to be a leader? Check out these 5 avenues
Opinion
Ready to lead? We've got a variety of ways for you to channel your ambition and take on a leadership role, whether it's in the office or the industry at large
by Christy Murdock Mar 16
Disruptive leadership: 5 must-have qualities for leaders in 2022
Opinion
Whether you’re a founder building from the ground up or a leader who’s stepping into some big shoes, your vision — and your ability to communicate it — are still essential to your own reputation and to those you’re leading. Find out what it takes to be a leader now and in the days ahead
by Christy Murdock Mar 11
Lesson Learned: Look at every deal as an opportunity to do more business
Find out how NYC agents Jessica Chestler and Ben Jacobs learned that every deal has the potential to turn into an extraordinary opportunity
by Christy Murdock Mar 8