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Here’s how one couple brought their historic house into the 21st century with ‘color, character and eccentricity.’

Here’s how one couple brought their Federal house in Salem, Mass., into the 21st century — with ‘color, character and eccentricity.’

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly being utilized in the real estate industry, including for the purpose of fraud detection. AI can enhance the ability to analyze large datasets, detect patterns, and identify anomalies that may indicate fraudulent activities. Here are ways AI is applied in real estate fraud detection: Pattern Recognition:...

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Navigating the world of real estate can be a challenging endeavor, yet for some, success comes at an early age. Jason dives into the inspiring journey of Montaz McCray, who made a career change to real estate from corporate accounting after realizing he wanted a future that fueled his passion for helping people. Despite being met with challenges at the start, he has a built a thriving business on four key foundations:

1. Craft a Five-Star Value Proposition:

To stand out in a competitive real estate market, Montaz emphasizes the creation of a five-star value proposition. This includes leveraging networking, market insights, and effective representation to provide unparalleled service to clients.

2. Build Strong Customer Service:

Montaz explores the concept of amazing customer service, discussing the importance of setting boundaries, effective communication, and creating a team to ensure consistent support for clients. Creating processes around client communication, both during a busy day and after hours sets the precedent, prevents lag time, and shows the client they are in good hands.

3. Love on Your Clients:

Montaz believes that you must go the extra mile to show clients they are valued. From thoughtful gifts during illness to genuine care for clients as individuals, the emphasis is on building relationships beyond transactional interactions.

4. Foster Connections:

The last pillar of success is connecting clients with valuable resources. Montaz demonstrates the power of networking by connecting clients with mentors, creating a web of support that goes beyond real estate transactions.
Montaz’s journey serves as a testament to resilience, determination, and the transformative power of pursuing one’s passions. Through his journey, he aims to inspire and empower aspiring real estate professionals, especially young African Americans, to pursue their dreams and overcome systemic barriers. His story exemplifies the courage and tenacity required to redefine success on one’s own terms.

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Hosting a successful open house is crucial for real estate agents to showcase a property and attract potential buyers. Here are some unique tips to make your open house stand out: Create a Memorable Theme:Choose a theme that complements the property, such as a beach party theme for a coastal property or a cozy winter theme for a cabin.Use themed de...

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This week’s properties are six-bedroom in Danbury, Conn., and Millwood, N.Y.

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AUSTIN, TEXAS JANUARY 31, 2024 – KW MAPS Coaching, the coaching division of Keller Williams Realty, Inc. (KW), the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count, has partnered with top motivational speaker and author Molly Fletcher on NEGOTIATION: Maximize Your Influence, a two-day digital event focused on a proven negotiation framework.

“In an ever-changing market, every buyer and seller experience is important,” said Jen Davis, vice president of KW MAPS Coaching. “We want our agents to be able to convert more written offers into signed contracts and get to the closing table.” 

Hailed as the “female Jerry Maguire” by CNN, Fletcher made a name for herself as one of the first female sports agents. She is a leadership expert and the author of A Winner’s Guide to Negotiating, the book on which the training is also based. 

“Molly Fletcher is an expert in negotiations and creating win-wins,” said Davis. “This is an incredible opportunity for our agents to increase their skill during this crucial time in real estate.” 

Fletcher made a career negotiating over $500 million in contracts and represented more than 300 of sports’ biggest names, including Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz, PGA TOUR golfer Matt Kuchar, broadcaster Erin Andrews, and basketball championship coaches Tom Izzo and Doc Rivers.

Becoming a Great Real Estate Agent: 10 Steps Education and Licensing:Obtain the necessary education and licensing required for real estate practice in your state.Continued Education:Stay informed about industry trends and regulations through ongoing education and certifications.Communication Skills:Develop strong communication skills to build trust...

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