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Why everyone deserves a home that isn’t made of cloth

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Real estate trends, combined with out-of-date zoning laws and employment patterns are driving people out of their homes. If our economy is doing so well, then why are so many people living on the streets? Is there something wrong with them, or is it ou… Continue reading →

Don’t be a broke agent: Learn to manage your money

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Your broker isn’t going to tell you how to make a profit. You are kind of like a backyard chicken, and your broker needs you to produce, so managing your money is up to you. Here’s what you should keep in mind. Continue reading →

Why I should have been disintermediated in 2005

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There are plenty of industries that have been disrupted by technology, and they’re still running strong without handing out discounts left and right. New business models don’t always mean the end. They are just creating smarter consumers, not displacin… Continue reading →

Why the biggest challenge to local real estate isn’t iBuyers

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Regular Inman contributor Teresa Boardman talks about how Zillow Offers just launched in the Twin Cities and what buyers and sellers truly need in her market (and probably yours, too). Continue reading →

Why we need to get real about working with elderly clients

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Things can get dicey in our society when it comes to the rights of adults who have mental impairments. Regular contributor Teresa Boardman shares her personal experiences with Alzheimer’s. Continue reading →

50 blog post ideas that’ll attract homesellers

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The best way to attract seller leads is to create quality information that will help them and position you as the local expert. Here are 50 blog post ideas aimed at attracting sellers. You only need to write them once, but you can repurpose them throug… Continue reading →

Do you have ‘snow plow’ parents on your hands? Been there

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If you haven’t heard of snow plow parents, they are defined as parents who clear away obstacles — similar to how a plow clears snow off the street — to ensure that their children don’t have to deal with frustrations or failures. Here’s what I’ve learne… Continue reading →

Are real estate agents obsolete?

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Many consumers don’t trust real estate agents and will always be on the hunt for ways to buy and sell without our help. If we don’t seize every opportunity we have to effectively communicate our value, we will become obsolete — and in the eyes of some,… Continue reading →