Real estate agents remain crucial in guiding clients through complex transactions in today’s distraction-filled world.   In today’s fast-paced world, where constant distractions and rapid information (and MIS-information) flow seem to challenge traditional roles, the significance of real estate agents remains undiminished. Despite recent legal and regulatory changes, such as the NAR lawsuit settlement and the DOJ’s decision to revisit commission practices, the vital role of real estate professionals in guiding clients through complex, life-changing decisions continues to stand firm.  ..read more

The recent NAR settlement has created confusion and misinformation, highlighting the need for real estate agents to provide clear and confident answers. The key is to get (and stay) ahead of the curve so you are the agent with the much needed answers while your competition is still playing catch-up.  Seeing the Lawsuit and Settlement from the Buyers and Sellers Perspective  From childhood, we are taught that the justice system sorts out truth vs. lies, but as adults, we realize that isn’t always the case. It’s often more about who has deeper pockets, and a weighing of the longer the ..read more

Ready to build your business? NOW is the time to shift your energy (and focus) from the NAR Lawsuit Settlement to serious skill building. On a recent coaching call, we had a POWER AGENT® member who was frustrated and even angry with NAR and their handling of the recent lawsuit. She’s in good company. Many agents are up in arms and feel like they didn’t get “what they paid for” in terms of representation from the attorneys in the case.   The truth is that our attorneys were out-lawyered. For example, of the jury of eight people, six out of eight jurors had never worked with a REALTOR ..read more

“The function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers.” – Ralph Nader  As an effective real estate leader, one of your most significant roles is to identify budding potential managers and nurture them into great leaders of the future. This responsibility not only ensures a bright future for your brokerage but also helps create a culture of continuous development and growth. In this article, we’ll explore the essential traits to spot in potential leaders, how to help them cultivate a leadership mindset, and finally, how to sculpt their skills for future leadership role ..read more

Change often triggers fear due to its unpredictability, yet there’s an irony in resisting change—it can be riskier than embracing it. In both your career and relationships, stagnation can lead to falling behind. Growth is the key to staying relevant and growing in your business. On one hand, our brains naturally recoil from the unknown because we want to be able to predict the outcome—even a negative one—more than we like uncertainty. On the other, our minds hold incredible elasticity. Through training, they can not only navigate change but thrive within it.  Related reading: The Cru ..read more

Help Your Business BLOOM This Spring with Our April Edition of the POWER AGENT® Success Digital Magazine Get ready to LEARN and LOVE the all-new, 48-page April issue of our monthly Power Agent®️ Success Magazine. This month’s edition is all about growth and planting seeds of success. It is loaded to the brim with insightful articles designed to empower YOU, inspire YOU, and help you develop the strategies you need to show up like a real estate rockstar in your market. A special shout-out to Megan Bingman as our Featured POWER AGENT® for April. In this issue, we dive into the spring s ..read more

There’s a lot of “noise” and negativity in the headlines about what the lawsuit against NAR, let me help you get to the bottom of it all.  By Darryl Davis, CSP   Hi everyone, Darryl Davis here! With over three decades of experience training and coaching in the real estate industry, and authoring a bestselling books on the topic, I’ve seen a lot of highs and lows of our industry. Recently, there was a major lawsuit settlement involving the National Association of REALTORS® that has resulted in significant headlines, but ultimately NOT a lot of actual change, despite what the ..read more

The recent NAR Lawsuit settlement is driving headlines that question the value of the real estate professionals across the nation.   We recently saw an article in Fortune that drew comparisons between real estate agents and travel agents, suggesting that the former may become less relevant due to the advent of the internet. However, this comparison is flawed and overlooks the critical role that real estate agents play in one of the most significant transactions in an individual’s life.  Firstly, the licensing requirement for real estate agents is a testament to the complexity an ..read more

“Peace is not absence of conflict, it is the ability to handle conflict by peaceful means.” – Ronald Reagan  As an industry leader, your professional life may be filled with exciting opportunities, high-stakes negotiations, day-to-day operations, and perhaps, at times, conflict among your team. Right now, in our world, tensions can run high, and disagreements can feel unavoidable. Mastering conflict resolution is a vital skill for your leadership toolkit. In this article, we hope to provide a guide to understanding key strategies for managing disputes within your company, as well as foste ..read more

The Next Level® of real estate has arrived, and it’s time to take advantage of new and life-changing tools like Digital Darryl to propel your success to new heights.    Let’s face it – this industry is not getting any EASIER!  Having a mentor whose expertise is as readily available as Digital Darryl can be a game-changer. This innovative, on-demand AI real estate coach, exclusively developed for Darryl Davis’s POWER AGENTS®, is revolutionizing the industry, providing unparalleled support and guidance day and night.  More Than Just Advice – A Comprehensive Coaching Expe ..read more