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Technology

Writings from the mind of Brett Keppler. 

Realtor, Team Leader, Brokerage Founder and Creator of Nekst.

How to Reach Task Box Zero and Take Back Control of Your Day

Task Box Zero is the real estate version of Inbox Zero - a clean task list by the end of each day. This article outlines practical strategies using Nekst’s Real Estate Transaction Management Software to keep your workflow tight, communication efficient, and your focus on what drives real growth.
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The Role of Tech in Real Estate Transaction Management in 2025

In 2025, real estate transaction management is all about working smarter, not harder. With the right tools like Nekst, agents and transaction coordinators can automate the chaos, stay organized, and give clients a better experience from start to finish.
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Why I Built Nekst: Fixing the Broken Parts of Transaction Management

Nekst was built to solve the real, daily problems agents face with traditional real estate transaction tools. From flexible deadlines to client portals to built-in automation, every feature came from lived experience - not from some outsider with a coder buddy.
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Scaling a Real Estate Team Without Going Broke

Scaling a real estate team without systems is a fast track to burnout and wasted money. This post breaks down the hidden costs of hiring too soon and shows how tools like Nekst and automation can help you grow profitably and sustainably.
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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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Choosing the Right Transaction Management Software for Your Real Estate Business

With so many real estate transaction management platforms available, how do you know which one is right for your business? Whether you need a compliance-focused system or a workflow-driven solution, this guide breaks down the key features, pricing models, and support levels to help you make the right choice.
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Agents - Think AI Can Never Fully Replace You?

Check out the 3 biggest hurdles AI faces to completely replace a real estate agent and how it might be able to actually overcome them.
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