Recent Additions to Club Zebra
Aug 15, 2024
Many agents start their summer with the best of intentions, but are derailed by chaotic transactions, life events, vacations, visiting family, and all manner of other things. Suddenly it is mid-August and that to do list is the same size it was in June. Need a bite-sized task that makes a difference and will give you a feeling of accomplishment? Regaining control might just start with your car!
Aug 14, 2024
Smells are red flags to buyers! It is easy to get nose-blind to smells in your home. You may need to ask someone else how your house smells. Sources and solutions for common scent issues.
Aug 14, 2024
Many homeowners don't understand why seeing their mortgage sold means and see it as something to be feared. Set them right with this professional explanation of how the mortgage resale industry works.
Aug 14, 2024
The insurance industry is getting stretched thin with big increases in the frequency of large disasters - and becoming choosier about who and how they insure homes. This is adding time and other factors to the home buying process. Educate your potential buyers with this timely article on a topic that impacts everyone.
Aug 13, 2024
Prequalifying a buyer today is more important than ever and it is a great way for YOU to make a great impression. The buyer process has changed and it is vital to make a buyer feel like they are embarking on a process that you are well-equipped to guide them through. We will review the components of the buyer interview, discussing your services and fees, and how to pre-emptively spot red flags and handle objections. The industry changes can save you time and energy, but only if you have polished your process.
Aug 6, 2024
Every agent needs rules for their business that keep them on track, prevent them from wasting energy, and that help them establish healthy habits to thrive with. Denise takes a look at business-guiding rules that can contribute to your success and shares stories that illustrate their importance for any real estate agent.
Aug 1, 2024
We had a blast working with Sheri and Matt. Their clear vision of what they needed and years of experience made designing a beautiful real estate website to fit their needs a cinch. Check out the great features that were built in!
Jul 31, 2024
Components of modern architecture and design from floorplans to rooflines and everything in between and plenty of examples.
Jul 30, 2024
With over a billion members, LinkedIn is one of the biggest online communities and a crucial social network where both referrals and fellow real estate professionals can find you. This week, Director of Technology Randy Bowers takes you through what makes a strong LinkedIn profile from start to finish.
Jul 25, 2024
Deciding whether to join a team is not a decision one should take lightly. Anyone who has been on a team and has decided it is not for them can attest to that. Denise has advice for anyone considering a team.
Jul 23, 2024
Whether meeting with a buyer, at listing presentation, or preparing a monthly mailer, it is helpful to have great visuals to accompany your information. Lones Group CEO Shauna Naf shows you how to create effective graphs in Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and Canva.
Jul 22, 2024
Interest rates, permitting delays, additional environmental reports, labor delays, supply shortages have all increased the cost and risks of building. How will the building industry meet our housing needs under these conditions? Denise provides a building industry outlook for all levels of the industry and shares what is ahead.
Jul 18, 2024
Today's message is one of the things I know today that I wish I had embraced earlier in my career. Learning how to delegate is more than a key to saving time, it is a crucial key to growing your success.
Jul 16, 2024
We continue our discussion of how real estate agents can improve their process and create pathways that help buyers reach buying decisions faster. In part 2 we will wrap-up a few last strategies, provide additional details on some we have already covered, and answer the many questions from our audience.
Jul 16, 2024
This month in Market Survival Guide: mortgage rates, consumer regret, housing inventory perspective, existing home sales analysis, consumer market acceptance, Federal Reserve dangles a carrot, increasing building prices not yet reflected in housing costs, 2024 housing starts to end in a deficit, national economic overview, and more.
Jul 15, 2024
Homesellers benefit from irresistible curb appeal. However, sometimes that can be difficult to come by. Containers – brightly-colored pots with a fresh arrangement of plants and flowers, can be just the ticket!
Jul 15, 2024
When real estate market prices appreciate, assessed values are soon to follow which can mean…higher property taxes. This article addresses some of the reasons property taxes change.
Jul 15, 2024
In most real estate transactions, no attorney is involved. The Purchase and Sale agreement is written up on forms that have been thoroughly reviewed by attorneys, but usually it is up to the agents to use their expertise to fill in the blanks to meet their clients’ needs and avoid practicing law. Your client may be wondering, “Do I need a real estate attorney?”