The path to becoming one of the top women in real estate
Bess Freedman, CEO of Brown Harris Stevens, embraced entrepreneurship and “took a U-turn” from law to become a leading force in the industry.
August 18, 2024
Nicole Brodeur
Nicole Brodeur is a longtime reporter and columnist who has worked at newspapers in Philadelphia, California, North Carolina and Seattle. She was a member of the Seattle Times team that won the 2010 Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News Reporting.
- A brokerage built to last with ‘passion, stamina, grit’Michael Saunders has always been driven, building her brokerage into a multibillion-dollar company with the goal of making a difference.July 13, 2024
- Buy Side: Why buyer agreements are good for agentsCassie Walker Johnson not only supports buyer contracts, she offers training on them: “This is the tool that will define your entire professional relationship.”May 25, 2024
- James Dwiggins: Industry innovator, podcast provocateurThe CEO of NextHome, founder of Rayse and co-host of an "unfiltered" podcast isn’t shy about sharing his thoughts on the agent value prop, tech and NAR.April 1, 2024
- Agents are ‘most underserved’ entrepreneurs, Coldwell Banker CEO saysKamini Lane, who took the helm less than a year ago, has reshaped her leadership team and sharpened her focus on empowerment and making a positive impact.March 11, 2024
- ‘We had a really good run’ says Maui brokerage ownerSix months after fires ravaged the island, Chris Speicher says West Maui’s real estate business is in limbo, prompting his “heart-wrenching” decision to leave.Updated March 12, 2024
- The ‘harrowing’ truth of being a woman in real estateScandals at NAR and beyond have shed new light on a familiar and distinctly female challenge: Having to work harder and protect yourself because of your gender.January 20, 2024
- Maui agents warn of land grabs, disregard for localsFollowing the Lahaina wildfires, "predatory capitalism" has taken hold in the historic community as locals are faced with the decision to rebuild or sell.August 31, 2023
- 'Reason for optimism' as Maui’s road to recovery takes shapeRebuilding after the Lahaina wildfires will be challenging and costly, but not "ominous."August 25, 2023
- Maui broker: Hanging up on vultures, holding on to hopeChris Speicher feels "numb" in the wake of devastating wildfires but is committed to helping the community rebuild — in the right way.August 23, 2023
- Kofi Nartey to drive growth at Real, 'share what I have learned'The billion-dollar sports and entertainment broker has moved his Globl RED team to The Real Brokerage where he will serve as national growth leader.August 5, 2023
- Pride month: Why it matters in real estateSupport for the LGBTQ+ community can take many forms, from a rainbow flag in a window — a "beacon of safety" — to providing resources for LGBTQ+ clients.June 23, 2023
- 4 ways to manage challenging clientsSome clients just make agents' jobs harder — either intentionally or through lack of experience. But those challenges can also be opportunities for growth.May 29, 2023
- Essential items for your car (because smells happen)Agents need to be prepared for anything, from spills to smells, all while keeping their clients happy and hydrated.May 8, 2023
- Bob Hale: 50 years at HAR, and the pursuit of greatnessDuring his five decades as a member of HAR and 35 years as president and CEO, Hale has driven innovation in his organization and the industry at large.May 2, 2023
- Market Moods: Stale listings in the West, speedy sales in the EastA new report identified areas with the biggest increases and decreases in days on market. Agents in Erie, Charleston and Chico share their insights.April 14, 2023
- He was going to quit real estate — then he went viralMatt Lionetti channeled his desire to entertain into real estate videos, where he's gained millions of views — and million-dollar deals.March 24, 2023
- Back to basics: 4 tips for success in a post-pandemic worldAgents are returning to tried-and-true ways of doing business, prioritizing relationships and embracing the tools and approaches that always worked.March 11, 2023
- A tale of three cities: Why national trends don't tell the whole storyAgents in Cleveland, Austin and San Francisco see reason for optimism as their local markets stabilize, or even take off.March 5, 2023
- How one bad neighbor can sabotage a saleYou can fix up a house — but you can't fix the neighbors. Despite the horror stories, there are a few ways to prevent neighbor woes from ruining a sale.February 19, 2023
- ONEChicago leaders know how to serve the South Side: 'We’ve been through it'La'Dweena Smith, CEO of Keller Williams ONEChicago, understands the importance of being hyperlocal, serving clients in their "comfort zone."January 22, 2023
- Advocate, elevate, celebrate: Promoting LGBTQ homeownershipRyan Weyandt, CEO of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance, is on a mission to educate the agent community and increase homeownership among LGBTQ people.December 30, 2022
- Agents of Change: ‘Guilty Girls’ feel anything but: ‘We’re making lives better’Delaware agent Kerry Wendel's Guilty Girls Giving Group turns fashion into philanthropy, providing donations to organizations in need.December 26, 2022
- Agents of Change: Creating Hispanic wealth through education and mentorshipJustine Jiminez Garcia, a Cuban immigrant who has built a successful real estate business, now works to help the next generation succeed.December 24, 2022
- Agents of Change: Linda Brown's tiny homes foster 'dignity and self-worth'Eden Village, a tiny-home community for the chronically homeless, opened its doors in 2018. There are now 11 tiny home villages underway around the country.December 22, 2022
- Agents of Change: Sydney Ealy working 'to ensure every kid reaches her goals'Ealy founded the mentoring program TWST4Girls in 2014, bringing hope and opportunities to at-risk youth and their families.November 24, 2022
- Has the market gone cold? It depends on your regionAgents across the country are seeing a change in buyer activity, but some markets are still faring well in the face of economic uncertainty.Updated November 2, 2022
- Market smarts key to credibility, trustAs buyers and sellers struggle to understand their options in a shifting market, agents who can help them navigate the numbers will have a leg up.October 17, 2022
