In this brief and concise episode, Dave discusses the importance of researching for opportunities in real estate investing (or brokering) along with understanding how and why to “run the numbers” to determine whether or not to seriously evaluate a property or opportunity for purchase. As much as you might want to execute a deal, you need to have the research and the numbers to solidify your decisions along the way. Your acquisition needs to also be favorable for your investor, tenant, buyer, seller, or partners. Successful real estate marketing includes providing the appropriate solution(s) which show a favorable outcome for everyone involved. Find out how to let your research decide for you.
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Dave Kohl presents some of his best strategies for real estate agents and brokers to increase the amount of listings and/or closings. He discusses using showings and open houses to your advantage, tracking offers, and turning personal situations into real estate transactions when potential clients are not expecting them. These are part of what can be discussed during your “15-Minute Agent Audit”, a scheduled custom 1:1 private and confidential virtual meeting to review your marketing and public speaking and presentation skills to help you increase your business. Now only $25 at http://ForRealEstateAgentsOnly.com .
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Part of long-term success in real estate marketing is anticipating upcoming needs and being ready with your marketing campaign and strategies to get the jump on your competitors. In this “five-minute” episode, Dave reveals market research on multi-family starts and when they are forecast to pick up. Brokers, lenders, and contractors are among those that stand to gain if they know how and when to market their services when the time comes. If you are not involved with multi-family, you will learn about how market research can help with your specialty!
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In this episode, Dave reveals a mistake made by a real estate broker during a property presentation and what can be done to prevent that from happening. One mistake could be the difference between getting or not getting a transaction completed.
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In this episode, Dave discusses all things marketing for mobile homes and mobile home parks with Franco Perez of Franco Mobile Homes. Highlights include taking steps to change the perception some people to change their image from being like a trailer park to understanding the updated amenities and services that make mobile homes an investment choice for first time buyers and for downsizing. Learn how mobile home living can help an owner live in a location they could not otherwise afford, which could make the difference for being near a dream job. Also learn about how Franco got his start in the business and plans to expand his real estate business!
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In this fascinating episode, Dave chats with Randall Craig, a “serial entrepreneur” who had served as an advisor for financial institutions, professional service firms, and associations around the country. An author of eight books (as of press time), Randall understands how real estate professionals can and should distinguish themselves from the rest of the pack. […]
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Our followers tell us that Time Management for real estate professionals is still very much of a juggling act. Although agents, brokers, developers, investors, lenders, and contractors all need to serve clients, they also need to maintain their marketing, social media, and communications. This episode features Chris Michel, a Business Coach and author of The […]
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No matter how much or little you are involved in a residential or commercial construction (or major renovation), you can make it a part of your marketing approach. Helping to make sure the project is completed when scheduled and without theft or damage can be a reflection on everyone involved. For example, if you can […]
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Technology has advanced to the point where developers, builders, and brokers no longer need to wait until a property is “ready to go” before being able to sell or lease it in part or in full. In this informative episode, Dave explains some of the most prominent opportunities for marketing proposed, under construction, and newly […]
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An “elevator pitch” is how you describe your goal as briefly as possible to a potential client or someone who may know a potential client you are meeting. Whether for real estate or not, many people mistake their “elevator pitch” as being the chance to give a commercial or a job description, which are turnoffs. […]
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In this episode, Dave reviews reasons to consider a Crowdfunding approach as a means to raise funds for real estate investing. Implementing a Crowdfunding campaign needs include marketing strategies, including content designed to generate interest from potential investors.
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Dave and Scott put the heat on the need to be aware of the overall air quality of a property and how doing so could help in the selling or buying process. Hear tips about what could help to improve indoor air quality before a potential buyer or tenant has reason to question a listing. […]
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There is a lot to deal with when it comes to planning a property renovation and working with a variety of contractors. Typically, an investor or property owner will need to sell or lease the property upon completion of the rehab or renovation work. It is important to determine and understand the “marketable” features and […]
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Dave and Scott review some of the most significant problems caused by hackers and cyber criminals, including some of the tricks they use to capture passwords, steal confidential data, and spread viruses. Because of the dollars involved in real estate transactions, it is important for website administrators which allow employee, client, and/or vendor logins to […]
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It seems like more and more potential home buyers and real estate investors are finding excuses for not going ahead with buying a home or investment property. Dave explores the cost of “waiting a year” or two or three, showing how it could take thousands more out of your pocket. Find out how everything from […]
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Dave takes a case study of a significant failure and explains the extensive steps taken to hopefully prevent it from happening again at any location. This includes examining both the physical aspects as well as human error. The case study, linked here, is 40 pages of data, including photos and graphics, yet does not include […]
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Dave and Scott examine the how and why of the strategy used by social media company Pinterest to cancel a large office space lease. Hear some ways that both Pinterest and the landlord involved could see financial benefit for years to come because of the $89.5 million dollar cost of a cancellation. This is a […]
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Dave and Scott details a few of the ways to advertise and market properties toward an ethnic audience, specific income levels, and relocations without worry. These techniques apply to social media (paid or otherwise), print and online advertisements, PPC, mailers and flyers. Find out how your content does not ever need to single anyone out […]
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Dave speaks with special guest Jonathan Tuttle of Midwest Park Capital about the advantages of investing in mobile homes and mobile home parks. Tuttle explains financial and logistical advantages compared with multi-family properties, along with explaining how brokers can more effectively work with their investor clients in this regard.
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Dave and Scott take a listener’s question and expand upon what agents and investors should know about tax liens and tax sales and how they could impact the ability to complete a purchase or sale of a property. Agents benefit from knowing more about what do suggest if faced with a seller in this situation. […]
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Dave and Scott provide some strategies for newer agents or agents new to a farm area on methods of learning about as many of the properties as possible. Most of the tips apply even if there is not a computer or device involved in the process. The more strategies you apply, the more chances for […]
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Dave and Scott provide an overview of the Short Sale process based on questions from listeners over the past few months. Find out why they are called “Short Sales” when they can take months and months to hopefully complete. Find out why not just “any” real estate agent can handle it and what agents and […]
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Scott and Dave determine advantages and disadvantages of the changing Facebook Live feature as it relates to agents looking to better serve as well as ad to their audience. The most important element is how it will serve a separate function than Zoom and how to choose which one to use at which time in […]
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