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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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#WHOSNEXT has become a saying that we live by at Pemberton Homes. You’ve probably seen me use it or our agents around social media. Here’s the back story.
Growing up in MN, we would often combine social gatherings with something outdoors, such as hanging out in...
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People want to work with people who are fun and trustworthy.
After working with mostly buyers for just over 3 years, I've found the most success in the showings where I prepare fully, I have information my clients couldn't find online, I set clear expect...
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It's so easy for agents to slip into an egotistical mindset when communicating with other agents. You get caught up in winning and making sure the other side loses, which leads to damaged relationships and bad reputations. I want to challenge you to change that.
It's ...
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I know what you're thinking- "Core values? Really?"
Hear me out. "Core values" are business buzzwords, and we all know that. I'm not going to sit here and say these are unique to us and we're on the cutting edge of innovation by having them.
Are core values a l...
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