Laura Barker

Writer/Journalist/Social Media Coordinator

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Thank you for visiting my website! I’ve collected samples of my writing from my current job as a communications specialist at REALTORS® Land Institute and my three previous internships (Modern Luxury Publications, Chicago Agent Magazine, and SociaLifeChicago.com). In my free time, I write about finance in my blog Common Cents Finance. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, and have a great day!

RLI Members Benefit From Increased Exposure

November 14, 2018

(Note: this was a piece I wrote promoting the success of REALTORS® Land Institute’s 2017-2020 Strategic Plan. I got really great feedback from several clients, and I hope you enjoy reading it!) Read the original article here. With so many business buzzwords flying around, it can be hard to pin down what associations are doing … More RLI Members Benefit From Increased Exposure

Lessons from Land Legends

August 3, 2018

To quote the legendary John D. Rockefeller: “The major fortunes in America have been made in land.” The people on this list have made their fortunes in different parts of the land industry, ranging from oil to transitional land to ranches. Let’s look into the secrets to success from America’s greatest land legends. John D. … More Lessons from Land Legends

Budgeting 101

August 3, 2018

Budgeting always feels like one of those lofty New Year’s Resolutions that never lasts more than a week, like “I’m going to eat only leafy green vegetables!” or “I’m going to run a 5k every week!” But after a few weeks, we’re back to eating French fries and living in constant fear of our credit … More Budgeting 101