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Last week, we had the pleasure of filling our seminar room with 70+ incredible agents who are eager to embrace change and elevate their open house strategies. During the session, we honed in on hosting the best open house possible. If you weren't able to make it, give th...
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The only way businesses survive long-term is by constantly adapting to what their industry is asking of them. We’ve seen large shifts like this before: the 2008 crash, COVID-19, and now the NAR settlement. We’ve seen successful businesses reach unprecedented levels w...
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With July right around the corner, none of us can allow an opportunity for new business to pass us by. One of the best ways to shore up more business is to maximize every listing to its fullest potential. By turning a single opportunity into multiple opportunities, your ...
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With a 35% decrease in transactions since July of 2021, how are you creating stability in your business?
Our motto last year was "Who's Next?," focusing on finding that next buyer or seller to help. This year, we have shifted to "Win the Day," which is intended to break d...
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Jerome Powell still expects three rate cuts this year – it just might take a little longer to start cutting.
The Federal Reserve Chairman spoke at length to “60 Minutes” in an interview that aired Sunday. Notably, he indicated March might be too soon for rate cuts t...
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A common misconception in the real estate industry is that teams only exist as a lead-generating jumping-off point for agents. I want to challenge that.
In 2023, Pemberton Homes went through a total revamp of our systems, structures, and priorities. We went from being...
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Going into this spring market, it's more important than ever to do a buyer consultation with every single buyer you're working with or will work with.
Buyer consultations not only inform your buyers on how the home-buying process works, but they also allow you to set clea...
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So, you've made it through 2023. Is your database organization up to par for what 2024 will bring?
Here's an exercise I ran with my team this week to build their databases:
Step 1: Create a spreadsheet with the following columns: First Name, Last Name, Email 1, Email 2...
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. . . is NOT structuring your day.
One of the best things about being an agent is designing your day any way you want. However, that leaves a lot of room for distractions and slacking. This is the worst thing you can do for your business.
Here are some tips for you...
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