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What Brokers Need To Know About Independent Contractors
How can I help make clear to the IRS that my agents are independent contractors, not employees? One way you can do this is by using the...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 3, 20181 min read
Can My Agent Work Part Time for a Builder?
One of the agents I sponsor wants to also work part time selling homes for a local home builder. Are there any risks I should be aware of...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 30, 20181 min read
Do Brokers Who Don’t Sponsor Agents Need A Written Policies and Procedures Manual?
I know that Texas Real Estate Commission rules require a broker to maintain written policies and procedures for the broker’s sponsored...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 18, 20181 min read
How to Sell Your Brokerage
Whether you want to retire or generate capital for your next business venture, there’s a lot to consider when selling your brokerage....
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 2, 20181 min read
When Death Affects Your Business
What Happens When Your Broker Dies? You might not want to think about it, but accidents and illnesses claim lives every day. Here’s what...
Ernest Enriquez
Jun 5, 20182 min read
Brokers: Use RPR to leverage your company
Brokers can use REALTORS® Property Resource (RPR) to measure performance, analyze market trends, and much more. Learn everything you can...
Ernest Enriquez
May 2, 20181 min read
Who has to be involved in commission negotiations?
Can a Sales Agent Negotiate Commission Directly With a Client Without Their Broker's Knowledge or Involvement? No. Commission...
Ernest Enriquez
Mar 26, 20181 min read
Brokers and managers: Are you and your agents using these RPR features?
Did you know that the free REALTORS® Property Resource (RPR) app has tools specifically for brokers and managers? Attend a free webinar...
Ernest Enriquez
Feb 7, 20181 min read
Business entity vs. DBA: What’s the difference?
Many people think a business entity is the same thing as a DBA, which stands for “doing business as.” In fact, they have different...
Ernest Enriquez
Oct 11, 20171 min read
What to look for in licensing agreements with listing portals
If your MLS or brokerage is considering signing a license agreement with an online syndicator like Zillow, there are important...
Ernest Enriquez
Sep 26, 20171 min read
TREC adopts broker-related rule changes
The Texas Real Estate Commission met on August 7 and adopted amendments to existing rules and proposed several more. View the meeting...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 21, 20171 min read
How to evaluate an offer from a brokerage
If you’re in the process of taking on a new role or switching brokerages, convincing a broker that you’d be an asset to her business is...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 8, 20171 min read
What the journey of becoming a broker can teach Texas REALTORS®
Whether you’re a broker, in the process of becoming one, or happy as a sales agent, there are lessons to be learned from how Texas...
Ernest Enriquez
Jun 15, 20171 min read
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