Randy’s Blog | Standing Out As Leaders

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STANDING OUT AS LEADERS Randy Smith I am often asked, “What attribute should a real estate professional possess to differentiate him or her from the rest of the pack?” My first response is always, “Many attributes can achieve the differentiation a salesperson seeks to compete successfully, but if I had to select one personal and professional quality which tops the list, it would be ‘leadership.’” Why not the development of top notch ‘sales skills,’ one might ask? Because we don’t sell anything; [as real estate professionals] we help people achieve what they desire and need to achieve in buying or selling real estate. We educate, counsel, consult, and teach, and then we lead them through this often complex process. This is precisely why those with a teaching background do so…
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Real Estate News Now: September 26, 2016

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In this Real Estate Now, we share articles about the hottest trend in housing (and how it may have taken its cues from the middle ages), a comparison of what $175 million will get you on either side of this beautiful country of ours,  a comprehensive guide on how a "give-to-get" real estate marketing plan could help you and more! Don’t forget; there’s something for everyone to read, so make sure to share what articles resonated with you the most with your friends and your thoughts in the comments at the Champions School of Real Estate Facebook and Twitter pages! 1.  The 'new housing crisis' is already slowly being solved "But from the start of 2010 through the second quarter of 2016, the percentage of homes with a mortgage that went underwater — when…
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Social Media & Real Estate: 8 Creative Content Ideas

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If you are thinking about adding some fresh content to your social media pages, you've come to the right place! Set your creativity free and take in some social media post ideas from Karla Larraga, our communications director! Community Event Round Up: Write a blog on your website that shares weekly or monthly events in your local community. Attend Local Grand Openings - If you're a member of your local Chamber of Commerce, take a look at their event calendar or call and ask when their upcoming grand openings events are going on. Highlight these new businesses on your blog, take pictures and make sure to network. People will look forward to learning more about what is new and happening in their communities. No upcoming grand openings? Highlight a relatively new business…
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Real Estate News Now: September 13, 2016

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In this Real Estate Now, we look at market changes as we fall into the last few months of the year, we see how discounts are the new normal in high-end Manhattan real estate, tips from realtors worth sharing on how clients can save for a down payment for a home and tips for realtors on what clients look for in a Realtor! Don’t forget, there’s something for everyone to read, so make sure to share what articles resonated with you the most over at the Champions School of Real Estate Facebook and Twitter pages! 1.  4 Ways The Real Estate Market Changes After Labor Day "While some homeseekers might throw in the towel after Labor Day and wait until spring to begin a new search, others will find some definite advantages to starting…
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Real Estate Laughs | Ellen’s Real Estate Tips (The Ellen Show)

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Ellen Degeneres, a big real estate fan, has deciphered some of the hidden meanings behind commonly used listing descriptions! Watch the clip below! What is the most creative listing description you've used before? Share with us!  Like this? There’s something for everyone to read, so  check out some of our other recent blogs: 2016 Wall of Champions - Champions School of Real Estate's Wellness Initiatives Champions School of Real Estate 2016 Summer/Fall Catalog Update Randy's Blog: The More You Learn, The More You Earn Three Questions with Sarah Heihn, our New Technical Support Counselor Loan Origination Guest Blog: Pre-Qualification? Pre-Approval? What’s best, and when? Champions School of Real Estate Keynote 2016 featuring Barbara Corcoran “Rags to Riches” Make sure to share your thoughts with us over on the Champions School of Real Estate  and  pages!…
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