While commission advances are often thought of as a means to cover the essentials while you wait to get paid, another crucial part of the equation is being able to continue investing in your business, particularly as you get started. Here are some of the smart investments that will help fuel your continuing success as a real estate agent. Staging equipment If you’ve already cut some deals without staging materials, good for you! But sooner or later you’re going to want to be able to stage an open house. Doing …