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5 Tips To Cut Your Business Costs
One way to increase your bottom line is to bring in more money. Another way is to not spend it in the first place. Here are some simple...
Ernest Enriquez
Sep 14, 20232 min read
Education & Connection at 2023 Shaping Texas Conference
Y’all, the Shaping Texas Conference was a hit! Over 2,000 REALTORS® from across the state met in San Antonio to be inspired, gain new...
Ernest Enriquez
Sep 12, 20235 min read
Free Webinars to Help With Expenses, Expand Your Expertise and Boost Your Brand
Take advantage of your member benefits with a trio of upcoming webinars this month. On Sept. 12 at 10 a.m., Everlance will host a webinar...
Ernest Enriquez
Sep 10, 20231 min read
Shaping Texas Conference: What You Can Expect
The 2023 Texas REALTORS® Shaping Texas Conference in San Antonio is here! The festivities kick off today, Sept. 7, highlighted by the...
Ernest Enriquez
Sep 6, 20231 min read
Helping Clients With Solar Panels
As more residents adopt solar technology, it’s more likely you’ll encounter them in your real estate business. Your buyer and seller...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 31, 20231 min read
5 Ways to Build Stronger Relationships with Appraisers
Appraisals don’t have to be stressful or even mysterious. You can talk with appraisers—that’s allowed!—to make the process easier. Here’s...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 29, 20232 min read
Can You Collect Fees From Both Parties in a Transaction?
Yes, but The Real Estate License Act states that, as a license holder, you may only receive compensation from more than one party in a...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 27, 20231 min read
Understanding the Notice of Abandonment Form
A landlord can use the Notice of Abandonment (TXR 2224) form when a tenant has not paid the rent on time and the landlord believes the...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 24, 20231 min read
New Property Management Laws Could Affect Your Business
Every Texas legislative session produces new laws related to real estate. Here are several bills relating to property management that...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 22, 20233 min read
TREC Adopts & Proposes Rules Following Legislative Session
The Texas Real Estate Commission met August 7 and adopted and proposed several rules. Visit TREC’s website for all meeting materials....
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 20, 20232 min read
When Should the Option Fee Be Released to the Seller?
We often get asked about when the option fee should be released to the seller when using the One to Four Family Residential Contract...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 17, 20231 min read
Understanding Title Insurance
Title companies are nothing new in the real estate industry. But do you understand their function and how vital they are to your clients?...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 15, 20231 min read
TREC Revises License Renewal Requirement
Renewing your license for the first time soon? Or do you have agents in their first renewal cycle? Effective Oct. 1, sales agents...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 13, 20231 min read
Reduce Risk in Your Business
Earning the Texas Risk Reduction Specialist certification will help you identify—and avoid—potential liabilities in your transactions....
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 10, 20231 min read
Mark Lehman: 1955-2023
Texas REALTORS® is sad to share that former Vice President of Governmental Affairs Mark Lehman has passed away. He served the association...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 8, 20231 min read
Tools To Stay Safe on the Job
Whether hosting an open house, showing a client a property, or conducting day-to-day business, staying safe on the job is paramount. Here...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 6, 20231 min read
Fact or Fiction: Can You Give a Second Opinion?
You cannot offer a second opinion if another REALTOR®’s clients ask you about their broker’s general real estate practices. Fiction....
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 3, 20231 min read
A New Threat to Your Business and Clients
Want to keep you and your clients safe from fraud? Register for the August 8 webinar where you’ll learn about the increasing threat of...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 1, 20231 min read
Create More Engaging Team Meetings
While team meetings are a necessary part of business growth, they aren’t always met with enthusiasm. Do your meetings need a boost? Here...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 30, 20231 min read
Understanding Fractions of Mineral Ownership
When does 1/2 of 1/8 not equal 1/16? This isn’t a trick question; it’s the subject of a recent Texas Supreme Court ruling that explores...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 27, 20231 min read
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