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Realtor Life
Writings from the mind of Brett Keppler.
Realtor, Team Leader, Brokerage Founder and Creator of Nekst.
Realtor, Team Leader, Brokerage Founder and Creator of Nekst.

The Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift for the (Unlucky) Partner Who Married a Realtor
Being married to a real estate agent is not for the weak. It takes patience, flexibility, and the ability to pretend you’re listening when your spouse starts ranting about low inventory. So, this Valentine’s Day, don’t just get them a gift—make a grand, guilt-ridden gesture of appreciation for the person who deals with your Realtor tendencies all year long.
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The Importance of SOPs for Your Real Estate Business
If there’s one thing that every real estate coach agrees on, it’s the importance of creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to grow your business. And if there’s one thing most real estate agents agree on, it’s that they don’t have time to sit down and actually create them.
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Why Building a Real Estate Team is So Hard
Building a real estate team may seem like a natural progression for a growing agent, but it comes with unexpected challenges, from balancing leadership and sales to dealing with brokerage policies and administrative burdens. Successful team leaders emphasize the importance of experience, delegation, and providing real value to team members in order to thrive.
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Feeling Overwhelmed? 17 Hacks Successful Real Estate Agents Use to Take Back Their Time Back
Successful real estate agents know that taking back their time requires eliminating unnecessary tasks, automating repetitive work, and setting clear boundaries. By empowering clients, leveraging technology, and delegating effectively, agents can focus on high-value activities that drive their business forward while maintaining a healthier work-life balance.
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The Underground Wholesaler Industry that is Killing Residential Real Estate
Real estate wholesalers are middlemen who profit by assigning property contracts to end buyers, often disrupting inventory levels and causing headaches for agents. While some wholesalers operate ethically, others exploit sellers and agents, making it essential for professionals to recognize red flags and protect their clients.
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Why Annual Goals Are the Worst Thing for Realtors
Annual goals often fail Realtors because they lack urgency, don't align with real estate seasonality, and don't take into account the particulars of a Realtor's occupation. By adopting the 12-week year, Realtors can set focused, actionable goals, track progress weekly, and leverage tools like Nekst to streamline workflows and achieve sustainable growth.
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The Secret Growth of Transaction Coordinator Teams
Transaction coordinator teams are growing rapidly, offering agents scalable, efficient solutions for managing transactions. Their hybrid structure and use of cutting-edge tools make them a vital part of the future of real estate.
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The Problem with All-in-One Technology Tools in Real Estate
All-in-one technology tools in real estate promise simplicity but often fall short by being slow to evolve, overly complex, and risky to rely on as a single point of failure. Specialized tools like real estate transaction management software and automated workflow systems offer more flexibility, expertise, and efficiency, helping agents and brokers stay competitive in a fast-changing industry.
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