Summer is upon us, and although we have many hot days to look forward to, I find myself wishing fall would arrive sooner than later. Although fall brings the busy shopping season, it also brings all the new computers, smartphones, and tablets. However, this is a special fall as we get to look forward to a release that will have us all deciding to hit the upgrade button. What I am referring to is the release of Windows 10.

Most Licensees in real estate think that the Arizona Real Estate Department (ADRE) is in “charge” over everything in our real estate lives. Well, that is not “exactly” the case. Now, it is true that the ADRE is the major protector of the “Buying Public” and are dedicated “to promote and protect the interest of the public.” They also are in charge of maintaining and administering most matters relating to our Real Estate Licenses, but not all matters.

As an agent, you are self-employed, which means you are an entrepreneur. It’s imperative that all agents take on the entrepreneur spirit. Here are three traits of successful entrepreneurs: 1.      Tenacity: Selling real estate is like running a marathon. You have to have the commitment to push through all the obstacles you will face and finish the race. Entrepreneurs who avoid giving up are those who are more likely to achieve...