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How Lifelong Learning Cultivates Resilience for Real Estate Agents

No matter what industry you’re in, understanding the brain’s plasticity is key to success and growth. The brain isn’t fixed or static; it’s dynamic and continuously adapts to new experiences and information. I know, “nerd alert”—but stick with me. When it comes to real estate, engaging in ongoing learning sparks new neural connections, leading to… […]

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Women in Real Estate: It’s Time to Be Fearless

It’s been pointed out for decades that, “Ginger Rogers did everything Fred Astaire did, except backwards in high heels.” Yet despite the wry, if credible, suggestion that females have at least as much talent, flexibility and gumption as their male counterparts, women still lag far behind men in top-tier leadership roles. Now, in a time… […]

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What Are Seller Credits in Real Estate: the Assistance Buyers Often Need

In real estate transactions, buyers and sellers often negotiate various aspects of the deal. Negotiations can include the purchase price, closing costs and contingencies. One element that frequently arises during these negotiations is referred to as seller concessions or repair credits. These credits can play a significant role in shaping a real estate deal’s final… […]

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Mike Pappas to Lead Panel on How to Generate Inventory at RISMedia’s 2024 Real Estate’s Rocking in the New Year

RISMedia is excited to announce that Mike Pappas, CEO of the Keyes Company, will be heading up an industry-leading panel of real estate experts at the 2024 Real Estate’s Rocking in the New Year, the company’s fourth-annual all-virtual conference to be broadcast live on Jan. 11, 2024.  Click here to register!  Pappas’s panel, “How to… […]

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Kicking Off the ‘Biggest Real Estate Campaign Ever’

  The glass booth, transparent except for looping letters spelling out “Homes.com,” sits at the back of what can best be described as a small settlement. Spread across several thousand square feet of the Anaheim Convention Center during the 2023 NAR NXT, the orange glow of the company’s branding shines out from dozens of massive… […]

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Unlocking Success: The Power of Follow-Up In Recruiting Real Estate Agents

In the competitive realm of real estate, recruiting agents is a pivotal task, and the fortune often lies in the art of follow-up. Changing brokerages is a significant decision, and acknowledging the weight of this transition can make all the difference.  Culture beyond words Show don’t just tell. Use the follow-up process to immerse potential… […]

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Social Skills: Storytelling in Real Estate—Crafting Compelling Narratives for Success in 2024

As the real estate industry continues to evolve, so do the strategies that set successful agents apart. This year, one of the key differentiators is the ability to weave captivating narratives that not only generate leads, but help do the ultimate task for agents—sell homes.  The term ‘storyteller’ has become synonymous with real estate in… […]

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Candace Adams to Lead Panel on Luxury and Upscale Marketing in 2024 at RISMedia’s Real Estate’s Rocking in the New Year

RISMedia is excited to announce that Candace Adams—president and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England, New York and Hudson Valley Properties—will be heading up an industry-leading panel of real estate experts at the company’s 2024 Real Estate’s Rocking in the New Year virtual event on Thurs., Jan. 11, 2024.  Click here to register!  Adams’… […]

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Mastering Recruitment: Lessons from a Real Estate Journey

In the dynamic realm of real estate, success hinges on the ability to attract, recruit and retain top talent. Reflecting on my early days in the industry, the memories of my first listing, first buyer and inaugural closing flood back. Those experiences instilled in me a profound sense of confidence, akin to the surge that… […]

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Real Talk with Joe Skousen: Episode 1 – Nick Bailey

Editor’s Note: Real Talk is an ongoing video series featuring Joe Skousen, founder and CEO of Inside Real Estate, who interviews industry leaders regarding the outcome of the recent Burnett vs. NAR trial, along with other pressing issues affecting residential real estate. Episode #1 Nick Bailey President & CEO RE/MAX LLC  Nick Bailey discusses the… […]

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