At what point will politicians, Fed, Treasury and even the real estate industry admit that throwing money at the housing industry isn’t going to improve it? Despite tax credits, subsidized housing agencies and mortgage tax deductions, the deleveraging of the American housing sector will not be deterred. So it’s time for everyone to take a deep breath and try a bold new strategy: Read more Read More →
In the movie the Matrix, Keano Reeves’ character is seeking the truth. When he encounters a prodigy apparently bending a spoon with his mind, he is told, “Don’t try to bend the spoon: That’s impossible. Instead, only try to realize the truth: There is no spoon.” Could this be the advice real estate agents need to explain to their customers? Read more Read More →
Despite repeat attempts to jump start the housing sector by government, the housing market fell another 27% in July. Could there be other reasons – beyond lack of money – why the housing crisis hasn’t been resolved yet? Read more Read More →
Forget about social media: Wireless is the un-sung technology trend that is reshaping the future of real estate. And with only 51% of REALTORS using a smartphone, agents and brokers better get un-wired today. Read more Read More →
It’s not the Treasury or a bunch of policy eggheads that should decide Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s fate. Considering the fraud they perpetrated on taxpayers, and the continuing bill they have left, it’s the Justice Department that should be making room in the cell next to Bernie’s for the GSE hucksters. Read more Read More →
So what if the housing market takes another turn for the worse? Markets go up, markets go down. Unless you’re ready to quit selling real estate, what matters isn’t the market but your strategy. Here’s why. Read more Read More →
Successful salespeople know their best business comes from their best friends. Past clients, family and close friends are the greatest sources of referrals and repeat business. Yet sometimes these groups need a little help to help us. Here are a few ways how. The number one source of new business in real estate continues to be referrals and repeat business. The best kind of business comes from people who want to see us successful. Most of them don’t need a “reward” to help us, either.... Read more
The housing market continues to malfunction. Oddly, a valuable commodity market with historically low prices, vast inventory options and low borrowing costs is not experiencing a rush. Maybe it’s not a financial problem after all?. Read more Read More →
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Nowadays, you’d think there’s nothing more to do online than social networking. But don’t count out the power and potential of the Old Internet just yet! Read more Read More →
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Being prepared for the summer market means REALTORS need to know the latest trends in economics, consumers, sales, technology and management. Here’s our July collection for real estate professionals to explore. Read more Read More →
If you think communicating with Gen X sellers and Gen Y buyers was tough, get ready for a whole new level of (neo)communication as the “next, next generation” and hope you don’t see CYA L8R, RLTR come across your cell phone. Read more Read More →
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