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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 TC Bottleneck: When One Person IS the System
When one person becomes the entire transaction system, burnout is inevitable and growth stalls. This post explores how to fix the TC bottleneck using structured processes, smart delegation, and real estate workflow automation tools like Nekst.
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Stop Being the Boss Everyone Complains About: How to Actually Lead Your Real Estate Admin Team
Great admin teams don’t need perfection. They need clarity, structure, and respect. This article explores the most common pain points for real estate admin staff and offers practical solutions to help team leaders create a stronger culture and a more scalable business.
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The Essential SOPs Every Real Estate Agent Needs to Run a Successful Business
Success in real estate isn’t just about closing deals. This guide outlines the key Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) every agent needs to streamline transactions, improve client experience, and scale their business with ease.
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AI? Facebook? Coach? - Knowing the Right Place to get the Right Answer to Any Question
Lately, I am finding myself defaulting to ChatGPT for answers to everything. Such as "help me develop a marketing plan for divorced couples" to "what can I make with ketchup, carrots and left over left-over ham". But more often than not, ChatGPT is letting me down when it comes to providing quality answers to my questions. So I am in the process of re-training my brain to indentify the best source for the different types of questions that I need answered.
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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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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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Why Winter is ACTUALLY the Best Time for Your Real Estate Business
Winter is the perfect time for real estate professionals to focus on building systems that enhance scalability, improve client experiences, and reduce stress. By implementing automation, refining workflows, and prioritizing team efficiency, you can set the stage for a more resilient and successful business year-round.
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