The Real Look

LISTEN: Get your daily dose of wisdom direct from Jenah Mahan-Williams , owner of Gateway Real Estate with Keller Williams Puyallup . Jenah shares her journey keeping the family tradition of working in real estate alive, surviving the Great Recession, starting a team, and eventually owning her brokerage. She shares incredible advice that every agent should be listening to about the importance of i...

eXp, John L. Scott and Real Estate One reach settlement agreements and the latest jobs report has us wondering where mortgage rates are headed next. Plus…home purchase sentiments hit highest level in two years. Could this be the early signs of a market shift?

LISTEN: In this episode, Josh Cooley of Keller Williams Eugene tells us about finding his fire for real estate, a passion that’s only gotten bigger since he first entered this business during the 2008 shift. We take a real look at moving clients in your pipeline, carving out “CEO time”, and creating your own opportunities. Plus, getting 1% better every day…and we’re not talking closings. Tune in!

US housing turnover rate hits 30-year low while HousingWire questions if mortgage rates could sink below 6% by year’s end. Meanwhile, Anywhere joins Compass’ Robert Reffkin in the push to reform NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy.

LISTEN: Today we’re joined by the ultimate problem solver, Dan Ihara with Keller Williams Honolulu . Dan runs The Ihara Team and has been recognized among Honolulu’s Top 100 Realtors for the past 17 years. Additionally, Dan leads the KW Real Estate Planner Community where he guides agents to provide immense value to their clients, navigating everything from capital gains tax to 1031 exchanges. He...

LISTEN: Mega Agent Sarita Dua joins the podcast serving the Portland Metro area with Keller Williams Sunset Corridor . Sarita is a true student of the game and an inspiration to us all. She pulled herself out of ‘victim mode’ in the 2008 shift when she joined Keller Williams and saw her team take off. Known as the “Showing Agent Pioneer”, Sarita is someone who’s leaned into leverage, mastered lead...

Brokerages promote educational tools amongst NAR changes, new data reveals the cost of aging, and the Redfin Next agent payment plan extends nationwide.

LISTEN: Get ready for valuable takeaways in this conversation with Top Bellevue Washington Agent, Hao Dang . He’s literally giving you the scripts. “This is how I start conversations with leads and turn them into clients. These are the texts I schedule to go out. This is how I close.” Hao shares his fascinating story, beginning with his motivation to get into the real estate industry - to buy his...

With the July pending home sales slump and latest inflation numbers, experts predict September rate decreases will be minimal. Meanwhile, John Sitzer launches an à la carte platform not too long after the $5B Sitzer | Burnett verdict in a move we did not see coming. Never a dull moment in this industry!

LISTEN: We are joined by Edgardo Quiroz with Keller Williams Yakima Valley in Yakima, Washington. He shares his journey from graduating college during the pandemic to becoming a successful real estate agent and entrepreneur. He discusses his challenges during the pandemic and how it allowed him to reevaluate his career path. Edgardo explains how he chose real estate to combine his interests in law...

Keller Williams launches resource guide for agents to navigate NAR settlement. Also, Redfin’s latest layoff round hits brokerage services biz. And finally, Homie sues NAR and others, alleging boycott and conspiracy.

LISTEN: We are joined by Lindy Haaglund with Keller Williams Realty Puget Sound in Federal Way, Washington. She shares her journey from working three jobs to becoming a successful real estate agent and leader. She emphasizes the importance of hard work, building relationships, and having a strong work ethic. Lindy discusses the transition from sales to leadership and the opportunities it brings. S...

The latest housing starts data is mostly bad news. Also, Nykia Wright was named NAR’s permanent CEO. And finally, Americans are worried that climate events will negatively impact their retirement.

LISTEN: We’re joined by Alexis Halikas, Business Consultant and Real Estate Coach. She shares her journey from selling real estate to market center leader and becoming a coach. She emphasizes the importance of personal development and hiring a business coach to overcome limiting beliefs and achieve success. Alexis also discusses the shift in the real estate industry and the opportunities it presen...

Court grants preliminary approval to HomeServices’ commission lawsuit settlement. Also, Offerpad confirms layoffs after ‘restructuring’ amid down market. And finally, Consumer watchdog advises buyers to pay agents '2% or less'

LISTEN: We are joined by Marti Pepper with the Redoubt Team at Keller Williams Alaska Group in Soldotna, Alaska. She shares her journey into real estate, starting from her upbringing in Northern California to her time in the Coast Guard and meeting her husband in Guam. She explains how she got into real estate after working various jobs and being inspired by agents she met. Marti discusses the imp...

The financial markets are freaking out, that should be good for mortgages. Also, Buyer agent commissions down to 2.55% since the NAR settlement. And finally, Tappable home equity reached a new high of $11.5 trillion.

LISTEN: We are joined by Patricia O'Neil, with Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group of Wasilla in Wasilla, Alaska.. She shares her journey and approach to the business. She emphasizes the importance of providing exceptional customer service by going above and beyond by offering staging services, providing recommendations for home improvements, and ensuring that every listing is presented beaut...

Several US cities where starter homes cost $1M spiked since 2019. A second wave of commission lawsuit notices hit mailboxes. Finally, Home price index drops in June as inventory skyrockets.

LISTEN: We are joined by Jim Windmiller Jim Windmiller at Keller Williams Realty East Idaho in Idaho Falls, Idaho. He shares his journey in real estate, from starting part-time to becoming a successful agent and eventually opening his brokerage. He emphasizes the significance of market share and the value of having a supportive team. Additionally, he discusses the importance of goal setting, lever...

Keller Williams hits milestone: $2B in profits shared with agents. Also, 'Irrebuttable' sales claims trap brokerages in settlement limbo. Finally, HUD awards $325M in grants to rehab distressed housing.

LISTEN: We’re joined by Jason Abrams, Head of Industry and Learning at Keller Williams Realty International. He shares his journey in the real estate industry, from starting with no success to becoming a successful agent. From working in luxury to famous athletes, parlaying into a reality TV show. Hear how his passion to educate and coach agents, led him to KWRI. Jason also discusses the current c...

Foreclosures are expected to grow slowly to the end of 2024. Also, Court denies NAR’s request for rehearing in the DOJ investigation case. Finally, No HomeServices deal is yet, months after the settlement announcement.

LISTEN: We are joined by Anna Marie Dalbey with The Dalbey Team at Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington in Wenatchee, Washington. She shares her 35-year journey and insights into the industry. She discusses her transition from her real estate business in Southern California to Brewster, Washington, and the challenges she faced when starting over in a new geographical area. Anna Marie em...

In this special edition of Trending News, Bruce and Chase discuss the state of the industry for July 2024. They cover three key metrics the Fed and the government use to measure the economy's health: unemployment, GDP growth, and inflation. Link to the State of Industry slide deck