The Truth About the Legality of the Real Estate Referral Fee
The “Finders Fee” is a hotly debated topic in the real estate industry – what’s legal and what isn’t. We took it to a TEAM of lawyers to get to the heart of the matter.
The “Finders Fee” is a hotly debated topic in the real estate industry – what’s legal and what isn’t. We took it to a TEAM of lawyers to get to the heart of the matter.
[…] Sellers. The problem with being a part-timer in real estate and working with buyers, is your availability and time to show homes and schedule appointments. Becoming a listing agents is a smarter strategy in terms of both time and efficiency (and career longevity). Why? Because you can control your listing appointments for the hours […]
Getting your listing posted on the MLS seems like it’s easy enough, but getting your listing to stand out to buyers is easier when you include these amazing extras. I’ve talked about this before, but we are currently doing some house hunting for an investment property. We have been to several open houses, and scoured the MLS, and I feel the […]
When listing inventory is this low, a lot of agents say, “I’m out of here!” Other agents lean into smart tools, creative mindsets, and good, old-fashioned, service to stay on track for their goals. Remember, within every obstacle is an opportunity waiting to be discovered. In the case of low inventory, there’s an opportunity […]
[…] want to clarify what that really means. Closing vs Coaching Closing is an old approach to sales — “Let me close that deal, let me get that listing appointment, let me make that big sale.” The essence of closing is all about YOU. It’s focusing on the transaction rather than human beings. The essence […]
Powerfact: Listing Agents Work Smarter, Not Harder. By Real Estate Coach and Speaker Darryl Davis, CSP We are in a new real estate reality, and one question that I had an agent comment on recently was about how much work it is to help buyers now, since it’s a sellers market. There are so […]
[…] personal – it’s math. Every “no” gets an agent one step closer to a “yes.” You can ease the sting by sharing your own war stories: the listing appointment you bombed, the client who ghosted you, the FSBO who slammed the door in your face. When leaders talk openly about their own rejections, it […]
[…] different,” ask, “What top agents in my market are proving otherwise?” Commit to Communication Mastery An agent’s confidence comes from their ability to communicate effectively. Whether in listing presentations, negotiation, or everyday client interactions, their words shape their success. If they struggle to articulate their value, leadership must step in with training, scripts, and […]
Running a successful real estate business goes beyond buying and selling properties.
“Leadership is an action, not a position.” – Donald McGannon
Inspiring your team is more than just getting them on board with goals; it’s about instilling a deep desire to succeed, not just personally, but as a whole group.
In my 35+ years in the real estate business, I’ve witnessed a myriad of changes and adaptations. The recent years have been a testament to our industry’s resilience. One lesson, above all, rings true: The power of prioritizing relationship-building over mere transactions.