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

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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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The 22 must-have real estate marketing tools for 2024

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Our comprehensive guide to the best real estate marketing tools provides you with a helpful assortment of easy-to-use, effective marketing products to turn your business into a revenue engine in 2024. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.

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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. He gives actionable steps and tools for developing ideal team players. Grow as a leader?

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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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The evolution of the more productive real estate agent 

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Bonnie Williamson never intended to be a real estate agent. Gone are the days of weekly listing books and print advertisements with grainy black-and-white photos. In 2020, it launched its own agent-focused product, dubbed “pl@tform.” The Compass tools are just incredible,” Warren said. That was in 1980.”.

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Yes, real estate agents need to protect trademark rights in your brand

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An established and successful brand, intellectual property, and digital assets are generally considered more transferable than a book of business and can add substantial value. Remember that, since real estate is local, a national search will only turn up conflicting trademarks in the USPTO database.

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reAlpha launches AI-powered buyers’ agent chatbot

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The tool helps match buyers with the ideal property while providing insights into market trends and property values. It can provide assistance with booking property tours, submitting offers and negotiations. “We Claire is currently available in the Florida counties of Palm Beach, Miami-Dade and Broward.

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