Talking Real

Article 17 of the code of ethics makes it mandatory for Realtors to use arbitration to resolve certain disputes. In this episode, learn what the process of arbitration looks like in our association and how you can use it to resolve your disputes.

We are live from #CapCon to give you an update on today's Board of Directors meeting and I ask Geoff a surprise question - something interesting from the Legal Line.

At the end of every transaction sometimes you have a happy client, and other times, you might have someone who isn't so happy. What can you do to keep clients happy, and if needed, turn their frown upside down.

The legislative session is back in full swing. OAR Sr. Director of Government Affairs, Josh Cockroft joins us in the studio to give us an overview of the Governor's State of the State and what we are anticipating from the legislature this year.

Jennifer Hicks is in the studio this week to talk about the new guidance released by HUD that clarifies how housing providers can comply with the Fair Housing Act when assessing a request from a person with a disability to have an assistance animal.

This week we focus on new tech that you can utilize for your office. These were unveiled this year at CES 2020. Also, is 5G the future?

The 2020 Consumer Electronics Show unveiled some of the latest and greatest smart home tech to hit the market. We go over some of the highlights form the show in this episode!

In honor of MLK's birthday we wanted to do a refresher on Fair Housing. We look at the history of the Fair Housing Act and talk about some real life scenarios.

The new year means updates to the OREC Contract Forms. On this episode we go through all the updates and the two new forms that were added this year.

Happy New Decade! Brad Reeser joins us this week to kick off the new year. We talk about how Realtors can maintain momentum and stay busy during the winter months.

Episode 100! We made it. In this special episode with CEO Jessica Hickok we talk about things we accomplished in 2019 and look towards the great things in 2020.

Test your knowledge from Contract to Closing with Geoff and Nabeel on this episode of Talking Real. Also, what kind of music do you play during your open houses? Unsure? A DJ has the perfect playlist for you.

Does nothing really happen in the winter months? We're back with some insight on this myth along with an update of a recent lawsuit against Trulia's Premier Agent listing.

We all know the day after thanksgiving is a HUGE shopping spree - how can you use this to your advantage as a Realtor? Find out, on this episode.

2019 Realtor of the Year Brad Reeser joins us in the studio this week. We talk about what got Brad started in real estate 37 years ago and some (a lot) of lessons he has learnt along the way.

The National Association of REALTORS® just adopted a new policy that dictates exactly when listing will need to be entered into the MLS. We go through this policy change and when it will be effective on this episode.

In 1981 22% of home buyers were finding their new homes through newspaper ads. Today, over 93% of people are searching for their home online. The digital age has drastically changed the home buying process. Find out where the buyers are today on this episode.

There are 324 NEW laws going into effect Nov 1. We talk about a few that we found interesting.

Have you heard of the Food Recovery Network? How about how being a magician correlates to being a good Realtor? And, why do people unsubscribe from email lists? Find out answers to all of these on this episode!

More than half of young adults say they are already saving to buy a home, and 59% of them are planning on doing so within the next 5 years. Are you ready to offer your services to this new emerging market?

This week we take a look at the new marketing laws going into effect Nov 1. We go through real life scenarios and marketing examples of what will be allowed in the new law and what will get you in hot water. This episode was recorded LIVE as part of a class for CE credit at the REignite Conference.

Lets get ready to PREignite! A look into OAR's annual conference on the eve of the conference. We walk through the schedule of events. 

September is REALTOR® Safety month. This week we break down NAR's 2019 Member Safety Report to help you stay aware and protected!

Kristy Payne, NAR's Good Neighbor Award finalist and a REALTOR® in Edmond joins us this week. We talk about her work with the Fostering Sweet Dreams organization, which made her a finalist from the many that apply for this honor.

We were invited to Tulsa for their REALTOR® Appreciation Day to do a Talking Real LIVE! Will Gattenby and Josh Cockroft join Nabeel onstage to talk about the ever-changing landscape of communication and how you can evolve your strategy to stay relevant.