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Time & Freedom

3 Weeks On, 1 Week Off: The Operating Model That Gives Agents Their Lives Back

Most agents plan their work and hope for time off. Melissa Johnson plans her year around protected weeks, then builds the business to run without her. Here's how, and why it works.

By Melissa Johnson

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An open week-at-a-glance planner on an ivory desk with one full week highlighted in gold, beside a cup of coffee, sunglasses, and a folded boarding pass, capturing the idea of a protected week off
Time & Freedom

3 Weeks On, 1 Week Off: The Operating Model That Gives Agents Their Lives Back

Most agents plan their work and hope for time off. Melissa Johnson plans her year around protected weeks, then builds the business to run without her. Here's how, and why it works.

By Melissa Johnson

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Business & Money

How Do Buyer Agents Get Paid Now?

The NAR settlement changed how buyer agents get paid. Here's what actually changed, how to negotiate your fee, and how to keep your buyer business profitable.

By Melissa Johnson

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Business & Vision

Are You Building the Real Estate Business You Actually Want?

Are you building a successful real estate business or just staying busy? Melissa Johnson explores vision, work-life balance, and defining success.

By Melissa Johnson

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