Agents around the nation are reporting major slowdown in their markets. On today’s State of the Market podcast, we discuss what could be causing home sales to slow and ways to predict whether or not things will worsen. We also cover Keller Williams’ controversial new plan to launch an iBuyer program. Other news highlights include Fannie Mae stock soaring amid plans for its release from government control and Dropbox’s acquisition of HelloSign.

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As markets change, real estate professionals must adapt. Josh Anderson knows this better than most, and his team has been killing it through Nashville’s shift to a seller’s market. On today’s show, Josh shares how to position a team for continued success in any market. In addition to explaining his detailed process for getting great client reviews, he covers specific strategies for both buyers and sellers. Plus, Josh gives an overview of the training and accountability practices that give his agents an edge over the competition.

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Want to build a better real estate brand and generate more business organically? Find out how on today’s podcast with The Real Estate Marketing Dude, Mike Cuevas! Mike’s an industry veteran who transitioned away from sales to help agents build brands that are both authentic and effective. Instead of pushing tired marketing tactics, Mike encourages agents to be themselves; it works! Listen in and get his tips on video ads, email campaigns, and more.

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Big news to cover on this week’s State of the Market podcast! Purplebricks opts to ditch its discount model and replace it with that of a more traditional brokerage. Microsoft puts $500 million toward affordable housing in Seattle. Plus, we discuss a string of recent attacks on real estate professionals and offer advice on staying safe when meeting with new clients.

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At just over two years in the business, Sean Anthony hasn’t been selling homes long, but he sure has been selling a lot of them! As a brand-new solo agent, he sold over 70 homes per year. Now that he’s brought his girlfriend on as an agent, they’re closing in on 100 deals per year. More impressive still is the fact that his business maintains a profit margin of 60 percent – all thanks to Sean’s low-cost marketing methods. On today’s podcast, Sean breaks his marketing process down so that listeners are able to generate hot real estate leads on their own without spending tons of money on advertising. Don’t miss it!

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If you’re looking for ways to strike it rich as a real estate investor, you won’t want to miss this podcast with David Osborn. Not only is he one of the most successful real estate franchise owners in the world, he’s made millions on savvy real estate investments. To date, he’s bought and sold over 1,000 single-family homes, and he currently owns nearly 100 rental properties. In addition to his accomplishments in real estate, David is a bestselling author. His latest book, Miracle Morning Millionaires, dissects specific actions to take every morning in order to unlock the day’s wealth-building opportunities. On today’s show, David discusses these actions and offers invaluable information on real estate investing, including a rundown on the path he took to make his millions.

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Industry competition has reached an all-time high, and big-name brokerages are making massive moves in the fight for market share. At Keller Williams, Gary Keller reclaims his CEO position as John Davis steps down. Redfin announces plans to expand into Canadian markets as early as March. Will these industry upsets affect real estate professionals? Find out as Pat Hiban and co-host Kevin Kauffman dissect these stories on today’s State of the Market podcast!

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Real estate markets are constantly changing, so don’t make the mistake of following yesterday’s investment advice. On this Real Estate Rockstars podcast, the CEO of Real Wealth Network, Kathy Fettke, shares her latest investment tips and strategies. Listen and learn how to capitalize on today’s real estate opportunities for massive profits tomorrow. Pat and Kathy discuss single-family properties, traps in the multifamily sphere, and more. Don’t miss it!

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Has recruiting and retaining high-quality agents been an ongoing struggle? If so, you won’t want to miss this podcast with RE/MAX Advantage Realty’s COO, Rick Cantore. Not only is Rick responsible for overseeing RE/MAX’s recruiting efforts, he works relentlessly to retain their top agents. On today’s show, Rick shares the tools and strategies he personally employs to recruit his market’s best agents and to retain valuable team members. Listen and learn exactly what it takes to add promising agents to your team and keep them as they grow.

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What’s going on in the real estate industry today? Find out on the first-ever episode of State of the Market, a weekly rundown on the hottest real estate news! On today’s podcast, Pat Hiban and co-host Kevin Kauffman discuss Nick Bailey stepping down as Century 21’s CEO, the effect of the government shutdown on agents, Redfin’s fully digital closing process, and more. Don’t miss it!

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You’ve heard about others making millions by investing in real estate, but have you ever considered that you could be one of them? Listen to this podcast with Larry Goins and discover what it takes to get filthy rich as a real estate investor. Larry’s been an active investor for over 30 years, and he’s perfected a system for seller financing that eliminates the stress and hassles associated with owning rental properties. Discover how his system works and what you can do to make it work for you on today’s Real Estate Rockstars!

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Are you burning through dozens of FSBO leads without setting a single appointment? Listen to today’s podcast with FSBO expert Brandon Mulrenin and learn how to have FSBOs calling you for help! Brandon has a new way to convert FSBOs, something he calls reverse selling. Find out what it is, why it works, and how to master it on this Real Estate Rockstars. Plus, Brandon shares his most effective FSBO scripts and the best CRM system for following up with prospects.

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You can’t scale a real estate business without recruiting top talent, but what’s the best way to get great agents on your team? Find out on this Real Estate Rockstars with Adam Roach! For years, Adam has been one of Keller Williams' top recruiters, and he joins Pat today to share his six-step process for recruiting 100+ agents per year. Listen and learn where to find your market’s top agents, which scripts work best for agent recruitment, and more. Don’t miss it!

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