Best Business Practices
Just because something is repeated over and over again doesn’t make it true. Here’s are a few ideas that Chicagoland real estate experts wish they could finally put to rest in 2020.
Don’t get caught “running naked through the woods.”
It’s time to start thinking about your goals for 2020. Here are a few dos and don’ts to keep in mind as you set your course for the next year.
Whether you’re looking to build up your business to weather a changing market or get ready to retire, here are some simple ways to structure your career and tax situation for future success.
There are specific rules for what unlicensed assistants can do in Illinois. Check out our quick guide on what tasks they are precluded from performing.
It’s a common TV trope, but what should you know when dealing with a home that may be haunted?
Now that Governor J.B. Pritzker has signed an update of the real estate license act into law, many changes are technically effective now. While some provisions will need to be complied with immediately, other portions of the law will require rules committees to hack out the details in the coming months. Learn what you need to know to stay on the right side of license law.
Auctions have changed a great deal in the last decade. Do you know what you need to know to represent your clients in this environment? A local real estate attorney offers advice for agents looking to get into this niche.
When creating videos, it’s important to keep in mind that both the Illinois Real Estate License Act and National Association of Realtors’ Code of Ethics set forth specific rules regarding what you need to include in your videos and what you can’t show.
Christine Carr, residential consultant with Dream Town, explains how to create a balance between being there for clients and others without burning out or feeling pulled in a thousand directions when the market is busy.
In a new video, Baird & Warner president and CEO Steve Baird offers insights on the housing recovery in the Chicago market since the Great Recession. See the full video for a snapshot of the current market and insights
The frantic spring and summer buying season often leaves agents dreaming about a winter slowdown so they can take a break, kick back and relax. But don’t take advantage of the slow season too much: Once you recharge a
The frantic spring and summer buying season often leaves agents dreaming about a winter slowdown so they can take a break, kick back and relax. But don’t take advantage of the slow season too much: Once you recharge a
Now that August has passed and the real estate industry is recovering from a dizzyingly busy summer, it’s time for agents to brush up on industry fundamentals, such as safety. September marks the beginning of Realtor Safety Month from
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