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Real Estate Best Practices

Coaches, books, classes and seminars aim to capture real estate agents dollars with promises to teach them any number of ways to improve their business. From sales skills to how to close more deals to how to win with expireds (expired listings) and more, everyone has something to teach you.


There's nothing wrong with continuing education, whether it's keeping on top of new laws and regulations or learning how to be more productive. But before you spend an arm and a leg on any of those things, pull up a chair, put on your glasses and peruse the pages in this section of ActiveRain.


It is only here that you can tap into the world's largest online real estate community and actively engage with your peers. Find out what works and what doesn't from those that actually put into practice what others merely teach. Read how-to articles, advice on designations, certifications and continuing education classes. You never know where you will find the inspiration to take your business to the next level. So, pull up a chair and dig in!

Recent blogs on Real Estate Best Practices
By Bill Salvatore - East Valley, Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net
(Arizona Elite Properties )
"Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough."~ Oprah Winfrey🫶🏻 Your action for today is to stop a few seconds and appreciate all the blessings you have in your life. Design An Extraordinary Day! 👉 Get After It / Take Action Archives 👈   We work 100% By Referral! Our experienced team is coached by the #1 businesscoaching company in North America:Buffini & Company for over 20 years! All our properties come with 3D Virtual Toursand Professional Photography,Marketing and Negotiating Skills...most agents do not possess! Contact us for a pressure-FREE consultation. More joyful stories, photos, antidotes,quotes and inspiration found here: Postcards From Success Thomas J. NelsonREALTOR®, CRS, RCS-D, CDPE...
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By Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, ePRO, Serving Coastal San Diego, Veteran's & Seniors
(Big Block Realty 858.232.8722)
"Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough."~ Oprah Winfrey🫶🏻Your action for today is to stop a few seconds and appreciate all the blessings you have in your life.Design An Extraordinary Day!👉 Get After It / Take Action Archives 👈 We work 100% By Referral!Our experienced team is coached by the #1 businesscoaching company in North America:Buffini & Company for over 20 years!All our properties come with 3D Virtual Toursand Professional Photography,Marketing and Negotiating Skills...most agents do not possess!Contact us for a pressure-FREE consultation.More joyful stories, photos, antidotes,quotes and inspiration found here:Postcards From Success
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By JM Padron, CCIM, CCP, MRICS, CCIM, CCP, International Commercial Broker
(THE JMTEAM NETWORK)
Dear Colleagues, Back to work and Learn. I cordially invite you to register for the CPP Commercial Certification Program, to be held from December 16 to 18 at 13000 Avalon Lake from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Take advantage and enter the group of agents that will increase your income substantially in 2025. This edition will be in English. (Support material is provided in English and Spanish WE ONLY HAVE 15 SPOTS, SO DON'T PROCASTINEhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/1095356353339?aff=oddtdtcreator 
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By Bill Salvatore - East Valley, Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net
(Arizona Elite Properties )
Happy Thanksgiving to All! Here are Some Organizations for You to Donate All Year Round!! Bay Realty Homer Alaska Selling Real Estate in Homer Alaska Since 1974 BayRealtyAlaska.com Facebook @BayRealtyAlaska For More Information Call 907-235-6183 #AlaskaRealEstate #BayRealtyAlaska #HomerAlaskaRealEstate Celebrate Bay Realty 50 Year Anniversary! Bay Realty Offers You the Knowledge You Need to Sell, Rent or Buy Property on the Kenai Peninsula.  Information is Power and we give You the Power to make the Right Decision for YOU! Our area offers Beautiful Homes, Recreational Cabins, View properties, Private Remote Property, Beach And Waterfront Properties, Islands, Waterfalls, Bluff Homes and Bluff Land, River Property, Small Acreage, Large Acreage, Commercial Land and Business Opportunity. W...
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By Debra Leisek
( Bay Realty,Inc Homer Alaska)
Happy Thanksgiving to All!Here are Some Organizations for You to Donate All Year Round!!Bay Realty Homer AlaskaSelling Real Estate in Homer Alaska Since 1974BayRealtyAlaska.com Facebook @BayRealtyAlaska For More Information Call 907-235-6183#AlaskaRealEstate #BayRealtyAlaska #HomerAlaskaRealEstateCelebrate Bay Realty 50 Year Anniversary!Bay Realty Offers You the Knowledge You Need to Sell, Rent or Buy Property on the Kenai Peninsula.  Information is Power and we give You the Power to make the Right Decision for YOU! Our area offers Beautiful Homes, Recreational Cabins, View properties, Private Remote Property, Beach And Waterfront Properties, Islands, Waterfalls, Bluff Homes and Bluff Land, River Property, Small Acreage, Large Acreage, Commercial Land and Business Opportunity. We Also H...
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By Thomas Santore Lic Associate Real Estate Broker, Realtor®-ABR-Land, Residential & Commercial Sa
(Coldwell Banker Realty/Coldwell Banker Commercial NRT)
Now we have to hide Buyer agent commission! Hiding buyer agent commissions is a controversial topic. While some argue that transparency about commissions improves consumer trust and understanding, others contend that concealing commission details could have unintended consequences, such as: Reduced Buyer RepresentationBuyers might hesitate to seek representation if they believe they must pay out-of-pocket, potentially leading to less-informed purchasing decisions. Competitive DisadvantageIf commissions aren’t openly disclosed, it could disadvantage some sellers or agents, as buyers might unknowingly gravitate toward properties with higher incentives for buyer agents. Regulatory ChallengesCurrent legal and ethical standards in many states emphasize disclosure. Moving to a system that hid...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
Dealing with the IRS can be complex, and taxpayers often make mistakes like ignoring correspondence, failing to respond on time, or not consulting a professional. Always prioritize clear communication with the IRS to address issues effectively and maintain compliance.Have a super fantastic week!Joe Jackson, Realtor-KWCP We have been noticing a trend I want to share on the 5 biggest mistakes people make when dealing with the IRS, most of these are avoidable but as you may know life gets in the way and stuff happens. Dealing with the IRS can be intimidating, but avoiding the these pitfalls can save you time, money, and stress. Here are the five biggest mistakes taxpayers make when dealing with the IRS—and how to avoid them.   1. Ignoring IRS Notices   One of the worst mistakes is ignoring...
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By Peter Kici EA, Enrolled Agent
(Tax Debt Relief Group)
We have been noticing a trend I want to share on the 5 biggest mistakes people make when dealing with the IRS, most of these are avoidable but as you may know life gets in the way and stuff happens.Dealing with the IRS can be intimidating, but avoiding the these pitfalls can save you time, money, and stress. Here are the five biggest mistakes taxpayers make when dealing with the IRS—and how to avoid them.  1. Ignoring IRS Notices  One of the worst mistakes is ignoring correspondence from the IRS. Many taxpayers avoid opening letters out of fear or confusion, but this only escalates the issue. The IRS operates on strict deadlines, and missing them can result in penalties, liens, or garnishments. Read every IRS notice carefully and respond promptly. If unsure how to proceed, consult us an...
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By Alan May, Home again, home again...
(Jameson Sotheby's International Realty)
NAR... that dang settlement took over our lives for a while... and then it calmed down and got quiet.And there we were having to make our buyers sign buyer's agreements before we could take them across the thresholds of any properties, and whilst it was truly a pain in the butt-tocks, it wasn't truly so bad... right?  [echoing... ] right?Yesterday, the Department of in-Justice weighed in, and we were fully expecting them to rubber-stamp NAR's decision... andHere is Tristan Ahumada's (of Facebook's Lab Coat Agents) video-take on their opinion.And suddenly what was 'settled', may be unsettled.  And I'm okay with that... because I always felt as though this settlement was just wrong..What do y'all think.  Hmmmm?
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By Peter Mohylsky, Destin BeachPro, Call me at 850-517-7098
(PMI. Destin)
517 Augusta Way #11001, Miramar Beach, FL Click here to Get Directions          Photos Maps & Local Schools Print $ CLICK FOR CURRENT PRICE 3 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS Advantages of a condo but lives like a single family home. No shared walls with neighbors, Numerous updates in this unit. Current floor plan is nothing like originally built. Must see kitchen & bath updates, VPF flooring, ceiling fans and recessed lighting. New roof in 2021. New HVAC system in 2020. Being sold furnished with a few exclusions. Golf cart is available for sale separately.
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By Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!, The best agent in Southern Utah!
(Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374)
Elusive as a Chameleon in a Rainbow ConventionIn any sales industry, part of being effective and successful is being seen rather than blending in with thousands of other professionals, vying for consumer business. You must make a cohesive effort to stand out! Connecting with past clients and potential buyers and sellers is essential by advertising, making phone calls, emailing or texting. Building important relationships, for business sake but also on the personal side. Maintaining a reputable online presence by blogging, showing up ready to perform and get it done, matters. Volunteering for special causes to be visible by a broader audience, within the local community definitely helps.Avoid using camouflage in marketing and advertising efforts. Failing to be seen means blending in with...
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By Steve Vondran "Attorney Steve®, Business, Real Estate, and Intellectual Property
(The Law Offices of Steven C. Vondran, P.C.)
Vondran Legal® - Strike 3 Holdings - BitTorrent Insights - The VRBO TOR-Renter!  Call us at (877) 276-5084.This blog is written by California Copyright Strike 3 Holdings BitTorrent Defense lawyer Steve Vondran.IntroductionStrike 3 Holdings is an adult pornography company located in California that has literally filed over 10,000 federal court copyright infringement cases across the United States for nearly a decade now.  No company files more lawsuits (to my knowledge) than this company does. It goes after many people who work in the tech industry (typically middle-aged men) for downloading and/or sharing their adult movies via Torrent networks. This, they allege, violates their exclusive rights as copyright holders to make copies and distribute their content. Vondran Legal® has handled...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
Effective communication is the cornerstone of real estate success. Clear, consistent communication builds trust, facilitates smooth transactions, and ensures all parties are on the same page. Communication truly empowers agents to meet and exceed client expectations. Have a super fantastic week!Joe Jackson, Realtor-KWCP   I have been part of many real estate transactions in almost 25 years in real estate financing.  Most of them are super smooth and the agents really work to make the transaction work for all parties.  It's great when agents and lenders do their part, title does their part, buyers and sellers are on board with providing information needed to move forward and the communication is flowing. Sometimes that is not the case and there is a breakdown in communication between par...
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By Denise Lones, CSP, MIRM, CDEI - Real Estate Coaching & Branding
(The Lones Group, Inc.)
Personal Self-Discipline The single most important trait a real estate agent has to master isn't great selling skills, it's not being able to show a house, and it's not being able to do a great listing presentation. Don't get me wrong, all these things are useful skills that will improve your business. The single most important trait is personal self-discipline. We get in our own way, preventing our own business from growing. We don't have systems that are working because we are missing the personal self-discipline to create them, engage with them, delegate them, and more. Personal self-discipline is something I had to learn how to master 30 years ago and what I did - as many of you that regularly listen to me already know - is I started my daily Hour of Power. I do it first thing, eve...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Real Estate transactions don't have to be stressful.  If we all work together we can avoid so much drama and make the process go smoothly for everyone.      I have been part of many real estate transactions in almost 25 years in real estate financing.  Most of them are super smooth and the agents really work to make the transaction work for all parties.  It's great when agents and lenders do their part, title does their part, buyers and sellers are on board with providing information needed to move forward and the communication is flowing. Sometimes that is not the case and there is a breakdown in communication between parties.  If the agents don't like or trust each other in a transaction, it can make the process much more challenging.  In that case, I do my best to step in where neede...
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By Will Hamm, "Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"
(Hamm Homes)
Bridet NcGee is so right about items in her blog.  Check it out.   I have been part of many real estate transactions in almost 25 years in real estate financing.  Most of them are super smooth and the agents really work to make the transaction work for all parties.  It's great when agents and lenders do their part, title does their part, buyers and sellers are on board with providing information needed to move forward and the communication is flowing. Sometimes that is not the case and there is a breakdown in communication between parties.  If the agents don't like or trust each other in a transaction, it can make the process much more challenging.  In that case, I do my best to step in where needed to help facilitate the info and avoid stepping over the line where, as a lender, I don't...
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By Bridget "Mortgage Mama" McGee, Maryland Mortgage Mama NMLS#196068
(SWBC Mortgage 410-960-2061)
 I have been part of many real estate transactions in almost 25 years in real estate financing.  Most of them are super smooth and the agents really work to make the transaction work for all parties.  It's great when agents and lenders do their part, title does their part, buyers and sellers are on board with providing information needed to move forward and the communication is flowing.Sometimes that is not the case and there is a breakdown in communication between parties.  If the agents don't like or trust each other in a transaction, it can make the process much more challenging.  In that case, I do my best to step in where needed to help facilitate the info and avoid stepping over the line where, as a lender, I don't belong!  Communication is so important, even if the answer to a qu...
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By Daniel Ramsey, MyOutDesk - Real Estate Virtual Professionals
(MyOutDesk)
Employee satisfaction is one of the driving forces behind a productive and cohesive workplace. Satisfied employees are more engaged, less likely to leave, and tend to perform better, contributing to a positive company culture. But measuring satisfaction isn’t always straightforward.Thankfully, there are effective employee satisfaction measurement tools that help organizations understand how their teams feel and identify areas for improvement.Why Is Employee Satisfaction So Important?Happy employees are more likely to stay with a company, work with enthusiasm, and align with the organization’s goals. Employee satisfaction, however, is about more than just keeping staff happy. Satisfied employees tend to be more innovative, which leads to improved productivity and creativity in problem-so...
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By Alan May, Home again, home again...
(Jameson Sotheby's International Realty)
The call came in from my new listing this morning. "We looked at your property this morning, and we wanted to know if you currently have any offers?""Yes, in fact we are already in multiple offers.  We are asking for 'highest and best' by 5:00 Saturday evening, and will be making our decision by Sunday""Okay, thank you." she answered "And how negotiable are you on your price?"""Uh... negotiable? We just listed the property yesterday, and as I mentioned, we are already in multiple offers.""Right, right.  But the property is 'as-is', and it needs some work.  And the carpet is old, and the kitchen needs updating""Uh... well, that's why we're priced, where we're priced, and why we have those multiple offers we mentioned.""Right, right.  But it still seems a little high.""Well, you go ahead ...
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By Dana (Lerner) Sparks, Satisfying You with Service Innovation & Education
(Maximum One Realty - Managing Broker)
On the Georgia Association of REALTORS (GAR) F255 "Instructions to Closing Attorney," why is there a Signature Line for both Brokers & Seller but NOT the Buyer? Watch the video to find out! NOTE: This information is accurate from July 2024 - December 2024. The GAR Forms MAY CHANGE in 2025. Thank you for watching! - Dana Sparks
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