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What Clients Want From Their Real Estate Broker

Real estate is a wealth-generating industry. Almost every multi-millionaire in the country will say that a good portion of their fortune has been made in the real estate industry. Many will say that having a real estate license was instrumental to their financial success. They will…

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How to “Break Up” With a Difficult Client

As a real estate broker, you spend a great deal of time soliciting to build your roster. The goal is generally to garner clients that will give you repeat business—and good word of mouth. As such, the thought of ending a client relationship may…

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Renovation Tips for New Homeowners

Unlike many major purchases, homes don’t come with instruction manuals. As a result, the possibility of error, especially when it comes to home renovations, is large. As a real estate broker, you can help new homeowners avoid making costly mistakes, creating repeat customers for…

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8 Tips to Land Competitive Listings

Real estate can be a competitive field, and locking in listings is often challenging. If you’re currently trying to get established in a particularly crowded market, some challenges may arise in the form of competition from existing brokers, a personal lack of experience within…

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7 Steps to a Strong Real Estate Business Plan

Before construction begins on a home, a solid architectural plan is laid out to guide the construction team. Similarly, your real estate business should start the same way. A real estate business plan may seem daunting to create, but it is critical to developing…

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Do You Need to Own a Home to Be a Real Estate Broker?

Those interested in getting involved in real estate may wonder if their personal real estate investments will impact their ability to succeed as a North Carolina real estate broker. Specifically, does being a homeowner impact your success as a broker? The short answer: No.…

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Best Books for New Real Estate Brokers

As a new real estate broker, there is a lot to learn. While it may feel overwhelming initially, time, patience and education will all help. Education, in particular, will bolster your comfort level and your ability to help both buyers and sellers. One of…