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Origins: From young country club caddy to reverse mortgage professional

Housing Wire

Prior to embarking on that trip, he was advised by his superiors that trainees needed to have a well-developed plan for potential cold-call subjects with clients. How Financial Freedom taught you to do the business back then was to do seminars,” Bruser said. “So, We started doing seminars and the interest was amazing.”

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Seminar Addresses Common Complaints Against Appraisers Through Case Studies

McKissock

” In this seminar on September 7, 2022, attendees will learn from actual cases that were adjudicated by state appraisal enforcement agencies and how to avoid common violations. We sat down with Mel to learn more about this timely seminar: . Learn more about this can’t-miss seminar here. A : This is what I do.

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OceanFirst Bank will pay $15M to resolve redlining allegations

Housing Wire

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced this week that they have secured a $15 million conciliation agreement with New Jersey-based OceanFirst Bank to settle allegations of discriminatory redlining in certain neighborhoods with majority Black, Hispanic and Asian populations.

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Getting back to basics: Creating success in today’s market

Housing Wire

Hosting first-time homebuyer seminars can also establish your presence and credibility. So, here’s my advice: If your leadership isn’t enthusiastically supporting your development and success, move on. These are great lessons, but the truth remains: If you want to build your business, you need to get into the community.

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How to become a luxury real estate agent

Housing Wire

Develop in-depth knowledge, showcase your expertise, and position yourself as the go-to authority in that property or market niche. Attend workshops, seminars, and training programs to understand the latest market trends and incorporate innovative practices into your approach. Don’t try to do everything or be everything to everyone!

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The future of the MLS may be murky, but brokers still want the data

Housing Wire

As a panel of real estate leaders gathered to discuss the future of the MLS at the National Association of Realtors ‘ NXT conference in Boston, Errol Samuelson , Zillow ‘s chief industry development officer, found himself and his company in a bit different standing than usual with the audience of several hundred agents and brokers.

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Honoring Those Opening Doors to Homeownership 

Appraisal Buzz

Tanya holds several industry certifications, including the FHA Basics and Beyond Seminar Training from the U.S. Together, we’ve tackled challenges, developed innovative solutions, and provided the support needed to help families achieve their homeownership goals.

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