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5 steps to succeed as a real estate agent in a down market 

Housing Wire

It’s a weird time to be a real estate agent , and I see it all around me here in the Denver metro. Brokers who rode the proverbial wave of real estate during the pandemic and have now had to reroute or pivot to figure out how to navigate a market that was once boasting the lowest rates in decades are disoriented.

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25 books real estate leaders are reading today

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Looking for a book to push your mindset to positivity? In the Q2 2023 BrokerPulse survey , RealTrends asked real estate leaders what books they’re reading for motivation, inspiration and leadership advice. Shift By Gary Keller Click Here to Purchase Learn how top real estate agents tackle tough times.

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How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Illinois (IL) in 5 Steps

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If you’re interested in becoming a real estate agent in Illinois, you’ll be happy to hear that the path to getting your real estate license in the Prairie State doesn’t require as much of a time commitment as other states. 1] As a real estate broker in Illinois, it is not legal for you to work independently.

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Newrez partners with Newzip to court more homebuyers

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Top 10 mortgage lender and servicer Newrez is partnering with Newzip , a tech-enabled real estate platform, to roll out a program aimed to save buyers and sellers on credit costs. Dubbed Newrez Home Rewards, buyers will be matched with a real estate agent who works with Newzip and provided booking services.

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Two home offices? Real estate agents dish on the latest must-have amenities

Housing Wire

As Americans ditch urban cores for roomier abodes in the suburbs, real estate agents say the list of must-haves has changed: buyers are looking for pools, home offices and makeshift learning centers. Pool installers in Dallas are booked solid for the next year or two, Trusler said. Across large swaths of the U.S.,

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Marketing matters: How to stand out in a challenging mortgage environment

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Every loan on your book matters more than ever; the next lead you have is your most important. Luckily, the mortgage industry is cyclical, so let’s take a look at how you can turn a negative into a positive and grab clients’ attention through effective marketing , ultimately growing your book while others’ shrink.

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The best real estate podcasts for agents and brokers in 2024

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Summary The Millionaire Real Estate Agent Drive with NAR Real Estate Rockstars Podcast The Tom Ferry Podcast Experience Real Trending by HousingWire Elite Agent Secrets The Listings Lab Podcast with Jess Lenouvel Real Estate Training and Coaching School 5AM Call Keeping it Real The full picture 1.