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On Staying Current

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This requires the appraiser to understand data science and its inherent analytical techniques, as well as the ability to use advanced tools and software to identify trends and patterns. Another important skill in the appraisers tool kit should be communication, both written and oral. not take the same old classes cycle after cycle).

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16 real estate prospecting ideas, tips & tools for 2023

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SEE ALSO: 6 best real estate lead generation websites for 2023 Social media advertising Social media advertising is a powerful tool for generating real estate leads due to its wide reach and precise targeting capabilities. Tools like SmartZip can be infinitely helpful in locating the ideal area.

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Origins: From young country club caddy to reverse mortgage professional

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I quickly realized that this is a financial planning tool. I realized it’s a mortgage, but people are doing it for financial planning reasons.” “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.” Petersburg.

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How Mentorship Can Become Your Superpower

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Once folks enter the ADI program, they also have access to a wide range of support, including mentorship, informative seminars, and networking. Many of us find it challenging, or even maddening, to learn new tech tools. If this approach works, consider getting licensed and expanding to nearby states and hiring even more trainees.

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Here’s how a mortgage coaching platform wants to carve out a niche in a competitive market

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Braheem, former co-founder of Loan Toolbox — an online resource for training, tools, support and coaching — launched The Loan Atlas, a mortgage coaching platform, earlier this year with mortgage executives and top loan officers joining as faculty members. So, kind of like a turnkey kit to get in front of a one-to-many type situation.”

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8 best places to buy real estate leads in 2023

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They don’t just cater to new agents: lead generation companies can also complement traditional lead generation methods — open houses, home buying seminars and referrals, to name a few — thereby helping to build your pipeline of leads. Lots of tools for agents Prominent reviews can help build trust and credibility among clients.

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How to become a luxury real estate agent

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As with any challenge, it’s essential to prepare well and have the correct tools to have the best chance of success. Use this tool: Coffee & Contracts Thoughtfully designed by former real estate agent Haley Ingram, Coffee & Contracts offers a suite of upscale social media templates for every social platform.