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Bringing the real estate transaction to the end zone

Housing Wire

Terrence Murphy From the end zone to luxury open houses, Terrence Murphy is proof that an entrepreneurial spirit is the key to success in nearly everything. Throughout it all, Murphy said, “Books, God and my wife are my triangle of success.” I read Robert Kiyosaki’s book, “ Who Took My Money ? That book changed my life.

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The art of gift-giving in real estate: A personal touch

Housing Wire

John Ruhlin’s book Giftology sheds light on creating a strategic and thoughtful approach to gift-giving, offering real estate professionals a unique perspective on how to create positive impressions that last beyond the closing table and set you up for return and referral business. Don’t limit yourself to gifting at the closing table.

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Precision Marketing from CoreLogic gives lenders and servicers deep insights into their customer’s intent

Housing Wire

CoreLogic knows when current clients are demonstra­ting purchase intent (such as visiting open houses or homes listed for sale) or home equity lending needs (visiting contractors, visiting colleges, etc.). The company has CLIP’d every parcel of land in the U.S. Detailed intelligence on their customer base.

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

Housing Wire

We’ve got to attend industry conferences, take courses and read books and articles related to real estate. This can involve hosting open houses, reaching out to your sphere of influence and networking with other professionals in the industry. But, it’s just not that easy. And the more potential clients will trust you.

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As the market shifts to purchase, LOs get creative

Housing Wire

And though there are many creative avenues to get purchase business, cold calling and appearing at open houses to connect with real estate agents is here to stay, LOs told HousingWire. A sales manager, who requested anonymity, said that he helps newbie LOs by reviewing their strategies to pull in business at open houses.

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7 best real estate schools in Massachusetts for 2024

Housing Wire

Exam Prep: The Basic Prelicensing package features three e-books and a course manual designed to help you retain essential real estate concepts and prepare for the state exam. Audio book, eBook, 1100+ practice questions, 24/7 on demand classes & Livestream online classes. 25 hrs livestream access. 40 hrs livestream access.

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OJO Labs’ Karen Starns on the latest consumer insights in real estate

Housing Wire

While homebuying or owning or selling will never be as simple as booking your next vacation, there are experiences that can serve to inspire how our marketplaces evolve. Oh, and a heated pool — check! HW: What consumer insights have surprised or intrigued you the most since the pandemic?