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We have a transparency issue in our industry. And I’m not just talking about in real estate…in relocation, too. It seems to have evolved from the premise of “well, no one ever asked.” It is time we pulled back the curtain on referral fees. If the value is there, the referral fee should not be a problem.

The fall season evokes many different images in different parts of the world. Here in California, as the weather cools and the rainy season begins, it doesn’t exhibit the dramatic display of color with the changing leaves that occurs in many parts of the US. It is a much more subtle change. As you may feel like we are roaring towards the holidays, and it’s ok to take your foot off the gas, it is just the opposite. Now is the time to do all of the prep to ensure a great 2026, just like I do in my garden. Here’s what you can do to ensure a productive and profitable 2026!

Waking up to the news on Monday about Compass buying Anywhere (Century 21, Coldwell Banker, ERA, BH&G, Sotheby’s International, and Corcoran) definitely was not on my bingo card. I have a lot of opinions on how this all may play out. No matter what side of the fence you are on, you can use this news to your benefit.

I’ve been thinking a lot about making people feel seen and heard. It comes down to the importance of building loyalty to a brand and to you. You are the embodiment of your personal brand and your company's brand. So how can we set ourselves apart to ensure happy customers and repeat business?