Real estate agents and teams work largely independently as entrepreneurs but their business’ lasting growth is often strengthened by the guidance and mentorship of exceptional leaders. This is why it’s so important for agents to have brokers who not only offer support but also foster close relationships with them. These strong connections are found all around the RE/MAX network.
“The broker-agent relationship is the webbing by which professional confidence and legal mindfulness are sewn,” says Kristopher K. Coe, Managing Broker and Co-Owner of RE/MAX of Cherry Creek in Colorado. “It is a relationship of trust that is developed through shared practices and keeping common goals. I believe that a great managing broker listens intently, responds quickly, and keeps their cool as a way to demonstrate to their agents to do the same in all situations.”
Someone jokingly asked me if I already got vaccinated because I am in an “essential” industry. We all had a good laugh, but from a financial perspective, one would be hardpressed not to recognize that the mortgage industry was, in fact, a crucial part of economic stability and support for most of 2020. With over $4 trillion in estimated mortgage volume produced last year, both refinance and purchase lending exceeded previous records and truly aided with real estate market stability. Historically low rates helped homeowners save approximately $300 a month compared to last year’s figures. These record numbers occurred despite increased volatility in the financial markets and challenges on the ground with access to homes.