#HomeForAll Podcast

For today’s final episode, we’re going to talk about staging and home photography. You're a new agent and have a cell phone that takes pretty good photos—should you be using your cell phone to take the photos of a new listing or should you look at hiring a professional? Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they take you through the real estate basics to make sure your bus...

We're sitting down today to talk about social media, websites and coaching. What is important, where should a new agent be on social and why? Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they take you through the real estate basics to make sure your business is in better shape than ever.  Questions about the content in this podcast? Contact your ACAR Communications Director Kelli...

Putting your best foot forward is important when it comes to marketing yourself and your real estate business! What are the essentials to make sure you always put your best foot forward and represent your business in the best light? Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they take you through the real estate basics to make sure your business is in better shape than ever.   Quest...

Over time, most REALTORS® develop a strong preference for which kind of lock box they use.  For a new REALTOR®, where's the best place to start when it comes to the controversial topic of lock boxes? Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they take you through the real estate basics to make sure your business is in better shape than ever.   Questions about the content in th...

We're back to talk about two very important topics – Home Inspections and Open Houses.  What are the key things that new REALTORS® need to be sure to look for in a home inspector and maybe also…what questions should they be asking? Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they take you through the real estate basics to make sure your business is in better shape than ever.   Q...

Today we’re going to discuss the MLS and the local Board of Realtors®.  Because Ohio has board of choice, what should a new agent look for when deciding which board to join? Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they take you through the real estate basics to make sure your business is in better shape than ever.   Questions about the content in this podcast? Contact your ACAR C...

We all know that having a pre-qualified buyer is essential these days, but let’s talk about how to approach that subject with your potential clients.  What should be said? Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they take you through the real estate basics to make sure your business is in better shape than ever.   Questions about the content in this podcast? Contact your ACAR Com...

It's time for another episode of Fast Lane Learning and today we’re going to talk about a VERY important set of topics that include creating a business plan, working your sphere and creating a niche sector.  Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they take you through the real estate basics to make sure your business is in better shape than ever.   Questions about the conte...

There are a lot of options out there for a new agent (or even for an existing agent) when it comes to working alone or working with someone else.  Let’s talk about those options starting with the concept of a Team! Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they take you through the real estate basics to make sure your business is in better shape than ever.   Questions about the con...

Drivers, START YOUR ENGINES! Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they take you through the real estate basics to make sure your business is in better shape than ever.   This week we're back in the studio for an ALL NEW SEASON! Today we're discussing how new agents can learn their market and best manage their business.  Questions about the content in this podcast? Co...

After retiring as Superintendent of the Ohio Division of Real Estate earlier this year, Anne Petit is jumping back in to the world of real estate with MLS Now! She now serves as the VP of Quality Assurance and we could not be more excited to learn about her latest journey.  Want to learn more about her role or ask additional questions? Anne can be reached by emailing anne@mlsnow.com.  Questions ab...

Since 2020, REALTORS® have been faced with new, unprecedented challenges. As the market continues to evolve, how are ACAR members adapting their businesses to succeed?  For this special bonus episode we are joined by ACAR member Ahren Booher and ACAR Board members Jeremy Fennell and Tim Damiano. They are going to be speaking from personal experience about the past, present and future of the real e...

Election season has come and gone, but what do these results mean for REALTORS®? This week we are joined by ACAR Gov. Affairs Consultant Dean Depiero and ACAR Vice President of Gov. Affairs Jamie McMillen.  We're diving into these election results on a local and state level as well as the role of RPAC Trustees in this process.   Dean Depiero can be reached via email at depierolaw@gmail.com, b...

Point of Sale (POS) can be a polarizing topic for REALTORS®, consumers and communities, but ACAR is here to help! This week, ACAR's VP of Government Affairs Jamie McMillen leads the conversation around POS between REALTORS® and the cities where they work and live. Jamie and your host Kelli Moss are joined by ACAR Legislative Chair Jeannet Wright and Euclid Mayoral Assistant Krystal Grida.  To...

Created as a REALTOR®-driven response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF) continues to restore and rebuild communities affected by disasters thanks to the generosity of individual REALTORS®, REALTOR® Associations, and affiliated organizations. The #HomeForAll Podcast is thrilled to be joined by Cincinnati REALTOR® and 2017 Ohio REALTORS® President Pete Kopf alongsi...

Rental housing is the hot topic in real estate right now—and for good reason.  With issues like Source of Income Protection, Rent Control and Landlord-Tennant Law, there certainly is a lot to talk about.   Join ACAR's own Jamie McMillen as she leads a truly riveting conversation with Ohio REALTORS® GAD Beth Wanless and ACAR Member Jeannet Wright. To contact Beth, email wanless@ohiorealtors.or...

RPR is the nation’s largest property database, exclusively for REALTORS®.  This week ACAR's own Kelli Moss and Therese Covell are joined by RPR Director of Industry Relations Ernie Bottom as they dive into everything RPR has to offer. To learn more about this member benefit, CLICK HERE! To contact Ernie, email ernie@narrpr.com or call 262.785.0633 Questions about the content in this podcast?...

September is Realtor® Safety Month and the perfect time to reassess your safety protocol. This week we're joined by Sara Calo from Howard Hanna Real Estate Services in Mentor. We're going to cover minimizing seller risk,  social media best practices, email safety tips, wire fraud and so much more! Want to learn more about the subjects covered in this episode? Email Sara at saracalo@howar...

R-E-S-P-E-C-T! Aretha Franklin said it best—respect is everything in the business of real estate!  Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli for the FINAL summer episode of Fast Lane Learning as they discuss the importance of respecting your fellow Realtors®. Questions about the information in this session? Contact your ACAR Communications Director Kelli Moss by emailing kmoss@akroncl...

We're keeping the conversation about clear cooperation going! Join MLS-Now President & CEO Carl DeMusz alongside COO John Kurlich as they walk us through all things MLS. Click here to visit the MLS-Now website  Click here to access the contact information for Carl DeMusz, John Kurlich and the rest of the fantastic MLS-Now staff Questions about the content in this podcast? Contact your ACA...

Have you heard the latest in clear cooperation news? Join MLS-Now President & CEO Carl DeMusz alongside COO John Kurlich as they walk us through all things MLS. Part 2 will debut this Friday—don't forget to tune back in for the rest of this fascinating conversation.  Questions about the content in this podcast? Contact your ACAR Communications Director Kelli Moss by emailing kmoss@akroncl...

Buying a home can be a dream come true, but could waving a buyer inspection cause a nightmare for buyers and sellers? Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they discuss the importance of buyer inspections and how to prevent heartache on both ends of the transaction.  Questions about the information in this session? Contact your ACAR Communications Director Kelli Moss by emailin...

September is Realtor® Safety Month! Join the #HomeForAll Podcast as we celebrate agent safety and dive into Season 4. This week we're joined by Ali Whitley with RE/MAX Crossroads Properties and Joanne Zettl with Elite Sotheby's International Realty as they tackle the reality of Realtor® safety.  Joanne can be reached at 216.409.1328 and Ali can be contacted at 330.808.4680. Download Fore...

Article 9 means EVERYTHING in writing for Realtors®, but what does that mean in the digital age? Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they break down Article 9 and the importance of competent communication with clients.  Questions about the information in this session? Contact your ACAR Communications Director Kelli Moss by emailing kmoss@akronclevelandrealtors.com. Questions...

Even the most perfectly staged homes are no match for curious buyers or rambunctious kiddos. What steps should you take to ensure the seller's property stays intact and what can you do in the event of an accident? Join ACAR's own Jackie Cassara and Cindy Castelli as they break down the dos and don'ts of home visits and how to prep your buyers and sellers. Questions about the informa...