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Why Homie shows alternative models matter in real estate

Housing Wire

The recent announcement of Homie’s decision to strip its brokerage services and end employment for its real estate agents has once again brought the discussion of alternative models in real estate to the forefront. I vividly recall when Homie first entered the market.

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Transform your real estate career overnight in 8 easy steps

Housing Wire

Picture real estate as the ultimate sports arena. Agents are like seasoned athletes, always training, strategizing, and refining their techniques. Just like athletes, real estate professionals must stay in top form, learning new plays and adapting to the game’s ever-changing dynamics. Lather, rinse, repeat!

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The best real estate coaching programs for 2024

Housing Wire

Real estate is a vibrant, dynamic and competitive industry. Across the country, the best real estate coaches serve as valuable mentors who can help agents and brokers achieve the success they deserve. “It’s A quick internet search will prove that real estate coaching programs are plentiful.

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5 activities real estate agents should do every morning

Housing Wire

The past year and a half, with its rising mortgage rates , low inventory, and economic uncertainty, has been a challenge for real estate pros, not to mention the buyers and sellers they serve. Foster relationships with other real estate professionals, potential clients, and relevant service providers.

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Is your real estate database a dumpster fire or lead gen machine?

Housing Wire

This means that when you have 100 people in your database , and they’re hearing from you regularly with something of value, at least 10 of those contacts should either transact with you or refer someone they know who will work with you buying or selling real estate. Do the tutorial, take the training.

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7 best real estate schools in Florida (FL) for 2024

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Ready to begin a flexible, fulfilling career in real estate in the Sunshine state? We’ll help you find the best real estate schools in Florida to complete the required 63 hours of study. We’ve thoroughly researched countless online real estate schools in Florida. out of 5. out of 5. out of 5.

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Savvy real estate agents look beyond ChatGPT

Housing Wire

Too many real estate agents are watching artificial intelligence (AI) from the sidelines, assuming technology will never replace them. They repeat the mantra “Home buyers and sellers will always need a real estate agent.” So how can real estate agents be so cavalier about their job? What is next?