Real estate agents aren’t employees—they’re CEOs.

On Rise Above The Ranks, James Harris sits down with HousingWire CEO Clayton Collins to unpack why agents must think like business owners, not react emotionally to short-term headlines. As independent contractors, the responsibility—and opportunity—rests on you to make thoughtful, long-term decisions. Clayton shares how executives evaluate where the market stands today and where it’s headed next, urging agents to wear the same strategic hat.

The bigger question: as we look toward 2026 and beyond, do we still believe people will value homeownership over the alternatives? If the answer is yes, then the mindset you adopt now matters more than ever.

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