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Tony Lewis, Summit Real Estate Group Valencia & Aliso Viejo (Summit Real Estate Group)

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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Of course! The sad truth is that most often those we try to help, won't put the work in to do what it takes to survive in the business.

Think about how many have 'started' blogging? Those of us who actively blog are truly a rare breed!

Oct 06, 2022 10:33 PM
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Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I lend support to any fellow real estate agents regardless of the market.

Oct 07, 2022 04:23 AM
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Gary Frimann, CRS, GRI, SRES
Eagle Ridge Realty / Signature Homes & Estates - Gilroy, CA
REALTOR and Broker

I do try to help any way I can.  It does come to a screeching halt.  I remember when I was a lender back in 1987 and rates spiked.  Phones went dead for over a month.  People were very panicky.  

Oct 07, 2022 07:51 AM
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
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If someone needs help and asks for it, I provide it. Otherwise, I keep my eyes on my own paper.

Oct 07, 2022 04:22 AM
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Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Absolutely! If a person asks for help I will provide it. If I see a person struggling I will ask if they need some advice. Always have.

Oct 07, 2022 03:48 AM
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Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

Hi Tony Lewis 

   Yes. 

When I started in this business, I had several mentors (two in my Coldwell Banker office, and a lender) who took me under their wing. 

      I remember them well...  "Fred, ride with me during caravan.  I can give you some pointers while we are riding".  "Fred, I saw you took a listing; that neighborhood is pretty tough to sell, can I offer you some suggestions?"  "Fred, always have your Buyer call me, I can pre-qualify them over the phone, you will know how much they can afford".    

  The advice I received was priceless.   So it's only fair that I go and do likewise! 

Oct 07, 2022 06:53 AM
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Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

Sure.

Oct 07, 2022 03:39 AM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
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I lend support to anyone who needs or wants it.

Oct 06, 2022 10:41 PM
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Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

That's sticky for me.  As a broker I'm really not allowed to interfere with the business of an agent under the umbrella of another broker and sometimes support can be seen as that.  I know where I can and can't based on who their broker is.

Oct 07, 2022 07:12 AM
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

I would/would have Tony Lewis but in all my years our market (Minot ND) has not had a downturn.

Oct 07, 2022 06:10 AM
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Brenda Mayette
Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. - Glenville, NY
Getting results w/ knowledge & know-how!

So many don't manage their business like a business and they'll soon leave.  I'll support anyone who asks for help and also know that success can come in any market condition. I started in this business in 2009...  Just sayin"  lol

Oct 07, 2022 05:13 AM
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Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

It is always good to provide advice when asked.

Oct 07, 2022 04:57 AM
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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
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I will do whatever I can to help others.

Oct 07, 2022 07:44 AM
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Candice A. Donofrio
Next Wave RE Investments LLC Bullhead City AZ Commercial RE Broker - Fort Mohave, AZ
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Had this conversation with another broker yesterday in fact!

If the newer agent is respectful and will listen, sure.

If the newer agent thinks they know it all already or is disrespectful, nope!

Oct 07, 2022 07:13 AM
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

Sure, why wouldn't I? 

Oct 07, 2022 06:40 AM
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Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

As with any professional practice or field of endeavor, I observe the people involved and how they progress (or not) on their learning curves. I always have a useful comment or encouragement to share and if asked, much to say

Oct 07, 2022 06:17 AM
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Andrew Mooers | 207.532.6573
MOOERS REALTY - Houlton, ME
Northern Maine Real Estate-Aroostook County Broker

The best time to get in to anything is when the incline is steep and nothing produced without major effort. Those rewards are hard learned lessons never forgotten. An agent who joins the real estate herd during an easy market and thinks it will always be this way spending commissions as fast as they come in will learn this that is not so. Life, real estate markets, health, love... they all take work and your eyes wide open planning for a downturn and surprises Tony Lewis 

Oct 07, 2022 05:09 AM
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Susan Emo
Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Brokerage - Kingston, ON
Kingston and the 1000 Islands Area

I've found the majority do not want nor appreciate assistance or help.  They prefer to whine about how hard it is and how they're suffering.  Or alternatively, they're doing everything right and still it's not working out for them and why the world is to blame.   I keep my head down and focus on my own paper!

Oct 07, 2022 09:58 AM
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Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

If someone asks, but my support whole heartedly goes to my agent.

Oct 07, 2022 07:33 AM
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Don Baker
Lane Realty - Eatonton, GA
Lake Sinclair Specialist

real estate is my side hustle, not my living.  Right now, that's good.

Oct 07, 2022 07:33 AM
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Caroline Gerardo
Licensed in 20 states - Newport Beach, CA
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I'm always happy to help when asked.

Oct 07, 2022 10:32 AM
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Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
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Yes of course and have been doing so for many, many years.  Some are open to getting back to basics ...which is what it takes in any market.  Others...not so much and they typically move on to a paid job.

Oct 07, 2022 10:27 AM
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Adam Feinberg
Elegran - Manhattan, NY
NYC Condo, Co-op, and Townhouse Advisor

I created, developed and delivered training as well as creating the training infrastructure at firms as my prior career- so naturally I am willing to offer support in the form of training for newer real estate agents. That said- they have to seek me out, and be willing to make the effort when I give them specific tasks or exercises that will help them in their career. If they aren't willing or able to do this- then I can't invest my time into them. 

Oct 07, 2022 11:25 PM