real estate agent motivation: What Should You Do After You Pass Your Real Estate Exam
- 05/30/19 08:09 AM
Congratulations! You’ve passed your real estate exam. As a new addition to the large network of real estate professionals currently working to aid buyers and sellers through the process, there are a few logical next steps to take after completing your exam. Just as the exam process itself differs slightly based on the state in which you are licensed, the next steps to getting work can also depend on the nuances of the market you’re looking to enter. Nevertheless, there are some basic steps that most real estate professionals would agree are the most beneficial way to start your career off on the right foot. 6 (0 comments)
real estate agent motivation: Real Estate is Changing
- 03/02/19 03:31 AM
There are cars flying over my head as I’m sitting on a park bench sending a text message on my arm. Yes, you didn’t misread and there are no typos in the above sentence. Welcome to the future. It may not be that far away from the time you are reading this post. I’m a Realtor/Broker/Owner/Author/Speaker and I recently wrote a book about my rapid rise to success titled “Burning Desire” ……. With this being said, my intentions were to write about a series of activities to focus on while climbing the success ladder in real estate. Well, after reading about (4 comments)
real estate agent motivation: Changed Real Estate Companies/Brokers-Brutal Process
- 04/15/18 03:03 AM
I recently changed companies. I made an educated business decision and decided to transition from a traditional company and relocate my real estate business to an independent franchise. My ultimate goal is to become a Broker and hang my own shingle-but baby steps for now! However, the process was brutal. I was unable to get paid on transactions, unable to retain my listings, and my reputation and character was smeared and questioned-unethically. However, if I had the opportunity to re-think my decision and do it again-Yes I would absolutely do it again. My advice to those of you thinking of moving to a (4 comments)
real estate agent motivation: How to Flip/Fix
- 02/26/18 04:21 AM
You may watch television and have seen the numerous fixer upper shows that highlight the ease of being able to make quick money by purchasing a house for a low cost and then doing a complete renovation and selling it for a higher price. The television shows are exciting to watch-the drama and suspense of it all, and the final beautiful project is unveiled, and we are left in awe. We say to ourselves. I can do that. However, the television show that airs for 30-60 minutes, cannot show you all the intricate details that are involved. There are some benefits. You can (5 comments)
1. Taking overpriced listing (priced reduction schedule in contract-ok) 2. Listing properties at a reduced commission 3. Taking out buyers who don't buy from you 4.Wasting time at the office socializing or gossiping 5. Batting cleanup for other people's poor service
The opportunity cost or loss commission-$20,975
Work smarter, not harder (1 comments)
real estate agent motivation: The end of the real estate industry is coming????
- 02/12/18 01:28 AM
Ever feel as if you’re caught on a rollercoaster that just keeps going faster and faster while you get dizzier and dizzier? Well, you ain’t seen nothin’ yet! The real estate industry as we know it is coming to an end ... Engelo Rumora Date: Friday, February 9, 2018
Ever feel as if you’re caught on a rollercoaster that just keeps going faster and faster while you get dizzier and dizzier? Well, you ain’t seen nothin’ yet! The real estate industry as we know it is coming to an end. No, I’m not talking about implosion or extinction, but revolutionary change beyond (2 comments)
real estate agent motivation: Why agents are afraid of the big F/U???
- 02/11/18 07:46 PM
Yes, i said F/U! Follow Up! As a Realtor following up should not be a scary thing to do. It puts money in your pocket and gives you an opportunity to soar beyond measure. I sold approximate 100 homes in my first two years of real estate sales, and many of those sales came from relentless following up. I did not quit when the homeowner said no I'm not ready to list my home, I kept pushing gently, with their permission of course, to continue to pursue the listing. Sometimes, I followed up once, some twice, but often it was months (1 comments)