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Understanding NAR’s Safety Stats Can Help You Protect Yourself

Tracey Hawkins | August 24, 2021

More than a decade ago, the National Association of REALTORS^® (NAR) launched the REALTOR^® Safety Program to educate industry professionals about their potential risks on the job. NAR’s 2020 Member Safety Report of more than 45,000 members nationwide highlights specific areas of vulnerability for those in our industry.

According to NAR’s survey, open houses and showings hold particular risk. With REALTOR^® Safety Month just ahead, we invite you to learn more about NAR’s most recent findings and follow our smart, preventative tips to help you work more safely. We’ll share what our industry is doing right, what we could do better, and how to protect yourself.

How to Evaluate Fix & Flip Houses Like a Pro (+ Risk Worksheet)

Sean Moudry | August 23, 2021

In my 27-year real estate career, I have completed countless fix-and-flip projects and helped hundreds of investors find, evaluate, and sell properties for big profits. Through hard-won experience, I came up with a proven process that anyone can use to assess fix-and-flip opportunities.

In this article, I will walk you through my Property Evaluation Process that I use to evaluate my fix-and-flip projects and determine the right offer price using my Fix-and-Flip Property Risk Worksheet. Make a copy of the worksheet, then read on to learn how to thoroughly evaluate your next fix-and-flip project.

How to Get an Ohio Real Estate License in 5 Easy Steps

Chris Linsell | August 22, 2021

If you’ve been considering a career change, it’s a great time to get your Ohio real estate license. Ohio has a diversified economy and an excellent business climate, making it an ideal place to buy and sell real estate. A career as a real estate agent gives you a flexible schedule and the potential to earn a great income.

Are you ready to dive into today’s booming housing market? Let us show you how to get your Ohio real estate license in a few easy steps.

9 Real Estate Mastermind Groups Every Agent Should Join Today

Emile L'Eplattenier | August 19, 2021

In the early days of Facebook, real estate mastermind groups were all the rage. It seemed like all the successful agents I knew belonged to a “secret” group where they shared “secret” lead generation tips that they would whisper about in the office kitchen. Of course, today, Facebook is a very different place. Most of those “secret” mastermind groups now have tens of thousands of members, but only a handful of posts per month. Worthless!

That’s why we decided to dig a little deeper and find active mastermind groups where agents are sharing tips, tricks, memes, referrals, or just a shoulder to cry on when a deal goes south. Without further ado, here are the nine best mastermind groups you should join today:

The Best Hard Money Lenders in 2021 (Interest Rates, LTV, Fees & More)

Sean Moudry | August 19, 2021

Looking for the best hard money lenders? In my 27-year career in real estate and investing, I have had to source hard money financing for simple fix and flip properties to multi-million-dollar apartment building rehabs. I’ve learned that choosing the right hard money lender for your investment project can be tricky.

In this article, I’ll cover the basics of hard money loans, how to choose a hard money lender that’s right for you, and how to get approved for financing. I’ll also share my top picks for hard money lenders, and so much more. Let’s get started.

How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Illinois in 4 Easy Steps

Chris Linsell | August 13, 2021

Are you considering a career change and wondering how to become a real estate agent in Illinois? There’s no time like the present to get started! The process is quite simple, and we’ll walk you through it, step by step. Within six months, you could be launching a highly flexible new career with great earning potential as a real estate salesperson (known as a broker) in Illinois.

How to Get Listings: 21 Luxury Listing Agents Spill Their Secrets

Emile L'Eplattenier | August 12, 2021

Wondering how to get listings in today’s market? Don’t have enough seller leads? Don’t sweat it. Some of the most successful luxury real estate agents in the country struggled just as hard. Learning their secrets to getting listings can be a game-changer for your career.

That’s why we talked to 21 top-producing luxury real estate agents to learn how they got their first listing, how you can keep your funnel filled with seller leads, and their advice for buyer’s agents who want to become listing agents. We also include links to deep-dive resources to learn their strategies.
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60% of Real Estate Pros Say Social Media Is More Important Than a Website (+ Survey Results)

Becky Brooks | August 11, 2021

There’s no denying that last year transformed the real estate industry dramatically. Online real estate marketing took center stage due to the pandemic—and now that we’re well into summer, we wanted to know one thing: As we’ve all become even more dependent on the internet, how is real estate marketing evolving?

Can You Be a Part-time Real Estate Agent?

Chris Linsell | August 9, 2021

If you’re reading this, you’re probably considering a career move into the real estate field but also asking yourself, “Can I be a part-time real estate agent?”

Yes. You can be a part-time real estate agent. Licensed real estate agents can work as many or as few hours as they want, making this career a near-perfect choice for someone looking for flexible, part-time work with excellent earning potential.
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