About Next Steps Group
Our Company
THE NEXTSTEPS GROUPS
The Next Steps Group was built from a moment of clarity.
After experiencing firsthand what happens when culture, honesty, and leadership drift out of alignment, we made a deliberate decision to build something different. Not louder. Not trendier. Better.
Our team exists to bring clarity, education, and confidence back into real estate—for both agents and clients. We believe success is not accidental. It is taught, structured, and earned through experience.
As a Zillow Preferred Partner, our credibility is visible. As educators and leaders, our impact goes deeper. We specialize not only in real estate transactions, but in negotiation, problem-solving, and guiding people through complex decisions with confidence.
What We Stand For
We protect expertise, integrity, and preparation.
Every system we teach and every decision we guide is rooted in real-world experience—thousands of transactions, countless conversations, and the lessons that only come from navigating both wins and challenges.
Our mission goes beyond production. We are here to help agents build sustainable businesses and real wealth for their families. We are here to help clients understand their options, their value, and their next steps.
How We Lead
Leadership at The Next Steps Group is hands-on, accountable, and educational.
We believe clarity creates confidence. That is why we invest heavily in training, systems, and daily education. Our proprietary frameworks, including our ALM training platform, are designed to remove guesswork and replace it with repeatable success.
Whether you are an agent looking to grow with structure or a client navigating a major life decision, our promise is the same:
You will be informed. You will be guided. And you will never be left guessing.
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The Family
WELCOME TO THE NEXT STEPS GROUP
Rene Bartum
I am René Bartum, the driving force behind The Next Steps Group, a real estate team built on innovation, partnership, and proven success. Backed by EXP Realty and proudly aligned with Zillow, I’ve transformed the way buyers and sellers navigate today’s market.
With more than 700 closings generated directly through Zillow, I’ve developed a streamlined system that delivers measurable results and gives my clients a true competitive edge. My commitment to blending advanced technology with personalized guidance ensures that every buyer and seller experiences a smarter, more efficient path to achieving their real estate goals.
Through my expertise and leadership, I’ve positioned The Next Steps Group as a trusted partner for those ready to move forward with confidence in today’s fast-paced housing market.
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Every system we teach and every decision we guide is rooted in real-world experience—thousands of transactions, countless conversations Our mission goes beyond production. We are here to help agents build their next steps.
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