For Realtors, Brokers, and Land Professionals Leading the Future of Ethical Land Stewardship Every parcel of land carries memory. Memory of careful tending and memory of loss. Memory of families born and families displaced. Memory of treaties honored and treaties broken. Memory of the rituals, songs, and prayers still living in the soil, waters, and sky. As realtors and land professionals, we are not simply facilitating transactions. We are midwives in the movement of a vast

A common question from brokerages and agents is: “If clients move property into a land trust, how does the realtor get paid?” The good news is that land trusts do not interfere with realtor compensation . In fact, they can expand  earning opportunities because the process requires deeper strategy and higher-touch service. Here are the primary ways realtors are compensated within land trust work: 1. Standard Commission on the Sale or Transfer Whether or not a property is held

Key Market, Legal, and Consumer Shifts Your Agents Must Be Prepared For The real estate industry is changing faster than most brokerages realize. Rising legal complexity, privacy concerns, and shifting consumer values are reshaping what clients expect from their agents — and by 2026, land trust literacy will be a defining marker of professional competence. Brokerages that invest in land trust training now will be positioned to lead the market, protect their agents legally, an

A Practical Tool for Realtors Leading the Future of Estate and Property Transfer In the real estate landscape today, the professionals who stand out are the ones who can offer more strategic solutions  to their clients’ long-term needs. As a realtor, broker, or estate professional, one of the most powerful tools you can add to your skillset is knowing how to utilize and create a Land Trust Agreement. While the term may sound complex, the process is far more accessible than

In this video tutorial, I'll walk you through how to complete your Land Legacy Binder Kit — including both the Land Trust Agreement Template and the Will & Inheritance Clauses Template. You’ll learn: What a land trust is and how it protects your property, privacy, and purpose. How to fill out each section of your templates clearly and confidently. The importance of reviewing your documents with a licensed attorney or estate planner. How to save, sign, and store your completed