Insights for Week of February 9

Rental fraud is already a significant problem, and as it becomes more normal to rely on online communication, the door opens even wider for bad actors to take advantage.

When your agents succeed, you succeed. But how can you, as a broker, help them reach their full potential? Here are areas to focus on.

When you’re a broker, developing your agents is crucial to the success of your business. Here’s how you can take them to the next level in their real estate careers.  

Starting March 1, certain residential real estate transactions will require reporting to the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). 

Are you using the correct version on your website, emails, and social accounts? A new version was effective January 1. 

If you haven't integrated AI into your business yet, don't let these four common misconceptions prevent you from increasing your productivity. 

Learn how USPS postmark rules could affect your transactions.

Historic priorities need a special kind of buyer—and agent.

What can a Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI) designation do for your agents and your brokerage?

This new video explains the forms changes that are now in effect. 

The new report covers single-family home sales priced $1 million and higher from November 2024 through October 2025 for the entire state, as well as for the Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio metropolitan statistical areas. 

Do your agents know you can create reports in MarketViewer? These reports are available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

The February 6-10 event in Austin will feature business meetings, dynamic speakers, and networking opportunities. In addition to conducting association business, you’ll hear about the latest industry trends to help you boost your success.  

Share what you do in your real estate business that is low-tech and why it's the best method for you. Your story could be included in a future Texas REALTOR® magazine article!

You have a tremendous opportunity when working with first-time buyers. This is their first rodeo, and your guidance and expertise can make a huge difference in their experience in the real estate market. Consider these strategies when helping them.