Many firms in the commercial real estate industry can trace their history back for well over a century. The commercial broker you work with is probably part of a team with decades of experience. Given that the industry is one with a long history, and the modern economy is one marked by rapid change, disruption and even destruction of whole industries, it's worth asking the question: do we still need commercial real estate agents in 2018?

Of course, I'm a little bit biased, but I strongly believe that the commercial broker is more important than ever. It's true that the field is leveling out more than ever before. Technology is making information that was once almost impossible to access widely accessible. A different culture is also increasing openness and access. While information and market access are both important parts of what brokers offer their clients, the brokerage community still has some tricks up their sleeves.