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How to Conduct a Successful Open House in 5 Steps

Ever feel like you’re just going through the motions with open houses? You’re not alone. While there’s some debate among North Carolina real estate brokers about the real value of holding open houses, many top earners swear by them.   Top producer Sasha Valdes attributes…

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Real Estate Advertising Rules: Ethics and Compliance Guide

Following real estate advertising rules is crucial for protecting consumers, building trust, and maintaining a reputable standing in the industry. This guide explores the legal regulations and ethical guidelines regarding North Carolina’s real estate advertising rules. Key Takeaways Real estate advertising in North Carolina…

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Top 5 Property Management Mistakes to Avoid

Property management in North Carolina can be a rewarding investment, but it often involves detailed agreements and a diverse clientele, which means that there is a lot of room for error. Here are five of the most common property management mistakes that property managers…

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How to Succeed With Short Sale Clients

As a new real estate broker, you may want to spend time researching the benefits of marketing to short sale clients. Successful short sale brokers can generate significant amounts of commissions in much shorter amounts of closing time. They often have very happy, relieved, and…

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Conflict Resolution Tips for Real Estate Teams

For many real estate brokers just starting out, being part of a team can be a great way to launch and grow a new business. For experienced brokers, putting together a team can add leverage and energy to an existing real estate business. For…

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How to Use Broker Networking to Create Referrals

Brokers tend to zone in on only one kind of referral—leads that come in through past clients or friends and family. However, there’s another segment of the referral business that many do not take advantage of—broker referrals. These can be very lucrative, providing agents…

5 Real Estate Prospecting Plays for New Brokers

Once you’ve earned your real estate license, you’re going to need a healthy pipeline of prospects to support your real estate career and help keep your business afloat and thriving. One way to build up that pipeline is through time-tested real estate prospecting plays. Here’s…