Zebra Report

Our weekly industry newsletter. Explore over a decade of topics, full of tips techniques and topics of interest to real estate agents and brokers just like you!

5 Reform Issues Faced by Housing

Five opportunities for housing industry reform that create more affordable housing with the resources that we already have.

Microsoft Publisher's Days Are Numbered

What's your solution when the world's most popular publishing software goes away?

Get Plugged-In to Your Local Housing Movement

What is your source for regional and local real estate housing changes? Are you an advocate for change in how housing is done in your area? This week, Denise shares the importance of being involved, how to get started, and how it has changed her personal trajectory for success.

Where to Spend Your Marketing Dollars

Success isn't just about closing a deal, it can also mean learning what messaging resonates, understanding why homeowners hesitate, or figuring out which platforms actually drive engagement.

Have You Boarded the Middle Housing Train?

Change is happening not just here in Washington, but all over the United States, as middle housing is adopted as part of the solution to solving the widespread housing shortages and affordability issues. Real estate agents should be at the forefront of this change.

Stressed About Tariffs? Time to Fix Your Focus

The recent aggressive push for tariffs and their widespread use has put consumer awareness into overdrive and freaked-out some of our financial institutions like the stock market. Your clients may be worried, but if you are too focused on global economics, you won't be as effective at helping clients with their needs. Today I am taking a look at what is coming and how you can better prepare to help your clients.

Sellers Who Think They Can Build the Empire State Building on their Property

Couple zoning changes triggered by comprehensive plan updates, plus middle housing initiatives introduced in Washington last year, and add onto that sellers' already inflated idea of their own property's potential and some seller expectations are being set too high.

Are You Tapping Into This Huge Buyer Demographic?

The 55+ demographic is moving and you need to know where and what they are looking for! Today I am here at the gorgeous 55+ Del Webb community here in Las Vegas.

Tariffs, Real Estate, and You

How tariffs on home construction materials, Canadian lumber, affect the housing market - and a timeline for how quickly their impact might be felt by the pocketbooks of home buyers.

A Conversation with John Wilson, King County Assessor

John is one of King County's most innovative leaders, improving government operation, increasing transparency, and impacting housing for nearly two decades.

You Need an Edge

Knowledge can inspire and take your business beyond the competition.

A Different Perspective on Business Planning for 2025

There's more to business and life than planning for growth. Take a step to get closer to your core this year!

Keeping Transactions Together!

Practical solutions and actionable insights for transaction issues faced by agents everywhere. Gain a competitive advantage and have smoother transactions through-out the new year and beyond.

2025 State of the Market Preview

Five fantastic reasons you should save the date and join us online this coming January 22nd at the 2025 State of the Market with Denise Lones!

It’s Real Estate Business Planning Season!

This time of year, I can hear the rustle of new business planners, the click of pens getting ready to jot down long to-do lists, and the mouse clicks of online shoppers looking for new organization systems.

Personal Self-Discipline

The single most important trait real estate agents need to succeed.

The Election is Over - Now What?

This election season we have heard a number of policies floated by presidential candidates as to how to solve the ever-present housing shortage crisis that is hurting home buyers through-out the nation. Denise examines the initiatives being considered and offers her own solutions towards creating more housing for everyone.

Consistent Action Creates Results

3 Examples that Drive Business Forward