| How Politics and Business Clashed |
| Among the issues that shaped the real estate industry in 2017, which we review in today’s newsletter, turmoil in Washington, D.C., was a big one. Take a look at how the country’s extremely partisan political climate introduced some communication challenges when working with clients. |
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| Home Design Trends That Defined the Year |
| From techniques to make listing photos pop to methods for staging small spaces, these were the design crazes that made the biggest difference in home sales. |
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| Spotlight on Male Agents’ Safety |
| Staying safe in the field is often framed as a particular concern for female agents. But this year, we addressed safety specifically for male agents—and it started a heated debate among our readers. |
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| How Brokers Reimagined Their Firms |
| These five articles provided brokers the most useful tools for supporting agents and working more efficiently. |
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| The Tech That Drove You Forward |
| It can be tough to keep up on the latest innovations, so before this year comes to a close, make sure you fully understand what pushed real estate tech onward this year. |
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| Controversies in Commercial Real Estate |
| From service animals to short-term rentals and landlord policies on marijuana use, commercial real estate was not without its fair share of hubbub. |
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| Do You Act Like a Top Producer? |
| Researchers have discovered seven personality traits and work habits that the most productive sales professionals possess. Find out if these studies predict your real estate success. |
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| How to Find the Right Safety Trainer |
| Real estate safety expert Tracey Hawkins explains how to hire a qualified safety educator to speak to your company or team. |
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