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Chuck E. Cheese, MLS listing books and the correct pronunciation of ‘Realtor’ were on the table during HousingWire’s commission lawsuit debate

Housing Wire

It devolved into a battle about historic facts, old-school MLS listing books, pronunciation corrections and even references to the kid-friendly restaurant chain Chuck E. Home sellers can do as they please, and if they don’t want to hire a Realtor, they don’t have to. Don’t require the seller to pay for it,” Ketchmark said.

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Thinking of joining a real estate team? Here’s everything you should know

Housing Wire

This is an experienced agent or broker who provides leads, training, mentorship, support and other resources for the team members. Sellers agents: Listing agents specialize in representing sellers. Joining a team may not be as beneficial for experienced agents who bring their book of business.

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15 Facebook groups every real estate agent & broker should join today

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Glover U Inner Circle Run by top agent and national coach Jeff Glover, this Facebook group is a great way to get a taste of the training GloverU offers for free. Maher The author of the best-selling book The 7 Levels of Communication runs this group, which helps real estate agents find business by relationship-building.

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Gary Keller, Bob Goldberg, Gino Blefari depositions on commissions shared with the jury

Housing Wire

According to Ketchmark, the home sellers paid an average of $6,700 to the buyer’s agent in the transactions, adding up to $1.78 Ketchmark also brought up Keller’s book “The Millionaire Real Estate Agent,” which discusses the ‘co-opetition’ model that has evolved among rival brokerages. billion in damages. And I say average.”

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Real estate negotiation: 8 effective strategies from a KW mega broker

Housing Wire

After 29 years and thousands of listing presentations, I have found that sellers, more than ever, want an agent who has solid negotiation chops and who is willing to use them on their behalf. In most cases, a buyer wants to get a fair deal on a house that the seller wants to sell at a fair price. I calmly reply, I understand.

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An agent’s guide to hiring a real estate photographer

Housing Wire

As a listing agent, showcasing your sellers properties in the absolute best light possible is a vital component of the service you provide them. It translates to getting more buyers through the door, more offers and more money in the sellers (and your) pockets. And lets face it – almost always better than we can do ourselves.

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The ultimate listing appointment checklist for agents (+ tips & scripts)

Housing Wire

How to prepare for a listing appointment Have a quick call with the sellers to ask them about their motivation, timeline, and price they have in mind. You can send everything electronically if they prefer, but I always like to have hard copies on hand just in case that’s easier for the sellers. Business cards.

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