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More homebuyers are moving to areas with high climate risk, undeterred by recent wildfires, floods, storms, and intense heat.
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More homebuyers are moving to areas with high climate risk, undeterred by recent wildfires, floods, storms, and intense heat.
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And the Inman Innovator Award Goes to…
Inman Innovator Award winners were announced this week, and a BAM podcast won the Video/Podcast category.
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Broke Agent Media and Virtudesk partnered up to share everything you need to know about hiring a virtual assistant. Learn more about BAM’s free ebook here!
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Follow this structure to host a monthly team meeting that cultivates the team’s culture, communicates important information, and motivates everyone in attendance.
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This week’s BAMmer of the week goes to Sterling Granger AKA @realestatecreative.
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The entire U.S. is talking about the economy. Tom Toole provides eight power rules for real estate agents during a recession.
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Opendoor Fined $62 Million for Misleading Sellers
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Want to keep your social media presence and business growing? The Broke Agent breaks down ten mistakes agents make on social media.
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Exposing Opendoor — MASSIVE Legal Trouble!
Byron Lazine talks about the FTC crack-down on Opendoor and a misleading report on the 10 states where homes (allegedly) take the longest to sell.
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Stop Using these Overused Agent Phrases — and What to Say Instead
Most real estate agents are using the same lines. Here are four overused agent phrases, and what you can say instead.
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August Content Ideas For Agents
At the beginning of each month, I make a list of content ideas based on holidays, notable events, and what’s trending. Here’s what to expect this August.
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How Will Mortgage Rates React To The Fed’s Rate Hikes?
The Fed is responding to inflation with steady rate hikes, and mortgage rates have already eased downward to 5.5%. Will we see lower rates and more stability?
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A Look at the Summer 2022 Decline in Home Sales
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Giveback Homes in Your Community
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Instagram is Pulling Back on Changes: Are the Kardashians the reason why?
After receiving feedback from celebrities and other users, Instagram is pulling back on changes.
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BAMmer of the Week
This week’s BAMmer of the week goes to…Derrick Gregory. We try to give this illustrious, highly sought after award to more “up and coming” creators/agents, but Derrick deserves the recognition.
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Johnny Drinks & 23 Year Pappy Van Winkle
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Northwest MLS Changes: Will Buyer Compensation Rules Change Everywhere?
Northwest MLS is the first to make changes to its listing form, with changes for buyer agent compensation and commission transparency.
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Recession, The Fed & Politics in Real Estate
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10 Markets Most Likely to See a Downturn
A Redfin analysis of housing markets shows these ten metro areas are most likely to see a downturn.
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5 Things Your Clients Expect You to Know
Clients want to work with the best real estate agent possible. Here are five things your clients expect you to know – and how to fulfill their expectations.
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Top 20 Emerging Housing Markets
Wall Street Journal and Realtor.com released their Summer 2022 emerging housing markets. Learn why these markets are expected to have continued growth in 2022.
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Takeaways from the HubSpot Instagram Report
The HubSpot Instagram Report has timely and actionable tips for real estate agents on social media. Here are the biggest takeaways.
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Homebuyers Move to More Affordable Metros
A record-high percentage of Redfin users report wanting to move to more affordable metros as housing prices surge and mortgage interest remains high.
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Did Congress Just DOOM The Housing Market?
Did Congress just doom the housing market? Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss NAR’s appeal to Congress and the biggest real estate transactions of 2022.
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Scorecards are a game-changing hack for any area that needs improvement. Learn why they work and what they can do for your life and business.
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Foreign Investment in U.S. Real Estate led by China and Canada
Foreign investment in U.S. real estate increased 8.5% to $5.9 billion, ending a three-year slide, according to a recent NAR study.
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Why You Need to Bulk Record RIGHT NOW
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With six weeks until Labor Day, Tom Toole provides a three-step plan to gain market share this summer. Get started today!
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