Why Being Named a Futurist Matters If You’re Buying or Selling a Home

The Market Has Changed. Your Expectations Should Too.

If you’ve been paying attention to real estate over the last few years, you already know this isn’t the same market it used to be. Rules have changed. Technology has accelerated. And the margin for confusion has grown.

That’s the backdrop for why this recognition matters to you.

I’ve been named a 2026 Real Estate Newsmaker by RISMedia, an industry publication that highlights professionals navigating change when the market gets uncomfortable.

In introducing this year’s Newsmakers, RISMedia described the past year this way:

“For real estate professionals, resilience and innovation were imperative to survive 2025’s precipitous shift in market conditions…many found ways to not just survive but thrive.”

Preparing for Change vs Reacting to It

What that means in practical terms is simple. Some professionals wait for change to happen and react when it’s already affecting clients. Others prepare in advance so you don’t feel the impact as sharply.

RISMedia’s Newsmakers program focuses on the latter, recognizing people across the industry who contribute to better outcomes, noting that:

“Successful outcomes depend on the many, not just the few at the top.”

If you’re buying or selling a home, your experience depends on whether the person guiding you is reacting to change or already operating with it in mind.

What “Futurist” Actually Means for You

The Futurist category isn’t about trends or buzzwords. It’s about anticipating what’s coming next and building systems before they’re required. It’s about clarity, preparation, and protecting the consumer experience.

In my case, RISMedia pointed to work centered on expanding education and transparency in two distinct ways: through miamism, where you can access clear, consumer-focused insights, and through my brokerage, where I teach agents the strategy, tools, and protocols they use to serve you in a rapidly changing market.

As RISMedia noted in the Futurist recognition:

“What drives me is knowing that the work I do…does not just prepare agents for today. It positions them to succeed in the future.”

For you, that shows up in very real ways. Clearer conversations. Better use of data. Smarter marketing. And fewer surprises when decisions matter most.

Why Consistency Matters More Than Headlines

Being recognized for a second year in a row isn’t about collecting awards. It’s about consistency. It’s about doing the work before it’s demanded, so when you’re making one of the biggest financial decisions of your life, you’re not learning in real time.

The market will keep changing. That’s a given.

The real question is whether the person advising you is keeping up or helping lead the way. Because in a shifting landscape, preparation isn’t a luxury. It’s protection.

We are professionals who are prepared for what’s next, reach out. We’re ready for you.