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‘Own Your Freedom’ by Dr. David Phelps: A real estate investing blueprint

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This book is one of Phelps’ tools to help educate people about achieving financial success — using a different approach than that of most financial advisers. Continue reading →

How to help homesellers understand fair housing

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Most homeowners want to do the right thing, but they don’t always understand how they can unintentionally discriminate against a qualified buyer. According to broker Teresa Boardman, transparency and communication are the keys to ensuring optimal outco… Continue reading →

Don’t sleep on the threat of real estate wire fraud

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A 2021 survey showed that 1 in 3 real estate transactions were targeted by cybercriminals. Real estate agents can no longer afford to ignore the threat or meet it with a one-line warning at the bottom of their email signature, says Rich Hopen. Continue reading →

Don’t fall victim to Russian hackers: 14 tips

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More and more Russian hackers are looking to unleash cyberattacks across the world. Keep yourself and your clients safe with these strategies from cybersecurity expert Robert Siciliano. Continue reading →

Don’t fall behind on your taxes! 5 money-savvy moves for real estate agents

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If you had a blockbuster year in your real estate business, you need to ensure that you have a financial plan in place. CFP Jordan Curnutt offers some key tax planning strategies to consider. Continue reading →

Alternative brokerage Torii is innovating home search management: Tech Review

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Torii is a multifaceted brokerage that has both salaried and independent agents and focuses primarily on millennial first-time homebuyers. Continue reading →

Inventing Anna, The Dropout, WeCrashed: What TV’s scam craze tells us about bad business

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Crimes of the heart and crimes of the wallet often go hand in hand. Here’s what you can learn from the recent spate of scam-based documentaries. Continue reading →

The real estate prospecting conversation-starters every listing agent needs in 2022

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Remember, when you’re cold-calling, you’re serving — not selling, coach Darryl Davis reminds. He offers three concepts and six dialogues that can help you communicate more effectively. Continue reading →

How to look more experienced at selling luxury real estate

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First-class service, thoughtful follow-up and a professional approach are all steps on the pathway to success in the luxury space, says Laura Stace, vice president of luxury marketing for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Here’s how to look more put-tog… Continue reading →