best practices for real estate: A lesson learned: R-E-S-P-E-C-T - 05/31/16 11:41 PM
A lesson learned: R-E-S-P-E-C-T, find out what it means to me! 
Buying and selling real estate can be a very stressful time for the general population.  Emotions run hot and cold, finances put a strain on couples, negotiations become tense and combative.
I get it.
Early in my real estate career, I allowed myself to be used as a punching bag by my clients and co-brokers.  I would sit in stunned silence as all manner of blame, abuse and disrespect were heaped upon my shoulders.
Believe it or not, I spent many tearful and sleepless nights as a result.  Perhaps it was a lack … (24 comments)

best practices for real estate: PLEASE let Beverly Carter change your business! - 10/01/14 12:04 AM
Fear, disappointment, shock, sadness...We are all FEELING something as a result of the tragic death of Beverly Carter, the REALTOR® from Arkansas.  
There is NO better time to start the conversation about what we, as an industry, will do to change the standard operating procedures around the country to increase the safety and security of real estate professionals and our clients.
We have known for years that agents are at risk when it comes to personal safety.
We have known for years that seller clients and their properties are at risk, both from a personal safety standpoint as well as … (5 comments)