Michael Alliman reveals how real estate agents navigate the complex financial landscape behind each home sale, where that familiar 6% commission is just the beginning of the story. As founder of a specialized firm serving real estate professionals, Alliman breaks down the metrics that matter most - from cost of sales and operating expenses to the often-overlooked importance of cash flow management. He shares insights on everything from the evolving nature of office spaces to why listings are more profitable than buyer representation, while offering a fascinating look at how real estate accounting differs across regions.(00:00) - Introduction to Best Metrics Podcast (01:07) - Meet Michael Alliman: Financial Expert for Real Estate Agents (03:11) - Understanding Financial Statements for Real Estate Agents (05:03) - Key Metrics and Financial Strategies (07:38) - Challenges and Solutions in Real Estate Finance (08:47) - Looking at Financial Statements (12:51) - Cost of Sales for Real Estate Agents (18:17) - Operational Expenses and Best Practices (25:32) - Regional Differences and Efficiency Tools (29:23) - Tax Savings Strategies for Real Estate Agents (30:50) - The Importance of Cash Flow Management (31:34) - Shifts in Office Work Post-COVID (35:29) - Trends in Real Estate Marketing (40:02) - Impact of Corporate Investors on Real Estate (47:54) - The Role of Financial Statements in Business Management (50:06) - Contact Information and Closing Remarks Learn more about Peerview Datahttps://www.peerviewdata.comConnect with Michael Alliman [email protected] Connect with Glenn Dunlaphttps://linkedin.com/in/glenn-dunlapSign up to Earmark to earn free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://earmarkcpe.comDownload the Earmark CPE AppApple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/earmark-cpe/id1562599728Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.earmarkcpe.app