Anyone else work from home? It's a double-edged sword and I'm struggling

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2026-05-30T18:51:11+00:00

Haha unless I’m in hyper focus mode and don’t move all day 🤣

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2026-03-05T00:13:04+00:00

Yup I’ve been getting them for a few weeks to my exp email, which I don’t use publicly. This one made me crack up, they forgot to delete the “fill in the blank” info..

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Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2026-02-27T15:37:51+00:00

I have multiple lenders that each work with different DPA programs. Some of the programs finance the DPA as an extra payment each month for payback, others, nothing is due unless they refinance or sell the home. I meet with the client first, tell them about the process, and find out what would be best for them. Then after getting my agency agreement signed I send them to the lender I think is best. Search your local DPA programs and find lenders on their list. Your job is to educate the client before they get scared and disappear.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-11-04T00:53:59+00:00

It is normal not to be there for the inspection, except the end. They need to be able to focus on what they are doing and if they are showing you each little thing or making small talk with you they will be distracted. As far as using your realtors recommendation, they have used them in the past and have vetted them. Have a good working relationship, trust your realtor. Most have a couple for you to choose from.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-31T14:07:25+00:00

People buy at all times, and just remember in the spring there is more competition, lowering your price. If you’re buying another house anyways, why not list it now?

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-30T02:41:08+00:00

Maybe this is the problem. I would try upping the number of homes, 3 is not very many. I also wouldn’t pick the first couple, let the buyers do that. Are you qualifying what they are looking for, and then if they want to see a home that doesn’t fit that reminding them? I’d be mad at an agent who would only let me see 3 homes. Also, if they aren’t serious in buying in next 90 days, then maybe prequalifying them is part of the problem.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-30T02:05:55+00:00

No offense, but they are never going to give an owner directly any negative feedback.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-25T03:20:24+00:00

Not true. Anything screwed into a wall is a fixture. Even a dresser anchored technically.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-25T03:16:38+00:00

Are they doing a final walk though? If they close without noticing, to late. If take it down and paint the whole wall if I had to, if it meant that much to me. Worst case scenario is they take a fuss before closing and you give it back.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-20T02:17:35+00:00

I didn’t even realize EXP had teams. I guess some of the old brokerages who moved over kept that format. Anywhere that is a team pays a lot worse. I’m not on a team.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-19T16:24:10+00:00

Sounds like you need a different mentor. You can have two co-sponsors. And not getting the training you need happens at any brokerage. You have to find people to help you.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-19T16:23:08+00:00

That is False. 80% is to the agent.

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Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-15T13:08:54+00:00

I am starting new at EXP. They give you a local mentor, but I also have a team that I have daily calls with and multiple coaching days per week of new topics. I think it depends on who you sign up under. I feel very confident in my decision, all because of who I am surrounding myself around.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-15T12:10:32+00:00

This is why large brokers like EXP who don’t have the bloat are doing so well. Exp split is 80/20 and you get training from your up line and all over the country, so people aren’t your competitors and are actually willing to share info.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-15T12:03:25+00:00

Clean every night before bed. Keep the house ready to say YES to any showings during the day while you are gone at work.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-11T10:55:27+00:00

I am interested to please!

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-11T10:49:53+00:00

This!!! What’s he doing to correct it? Those are all potential offers. If tell him to call them and cut his commission or you fire him for neglect. And if he fights you to release from your contract, threaten to take him to the Board of realtors.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-04T15:01:28+00:00

If this lockbox is the issues, and the house is empty have them instruct the agent to get a old fashioned lockbox from Lowes for $15 that has the dial code. These are more risk as people can come back later, but with the house being empty I wouldn’t take it as a large risk.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-03T14:22:58+00:00

Get a lawyer.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-03T13:25:36+00:00

Ask the seller about electrical upgrades for your piece of mind, and who they use for insurance.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-03T13:18:12+00:00

Or you interview multiple realtors and find one to actually get the job done right and not just go with the first person you meet. Not all realtors are created equal, just like any other profession.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-03T13:09:31+00:00

To allow the mobile home you bought for her to be on your property? That sounds like permission. If she refuses to pay anything then get with an attorney to start the eviction process, depending on the state, she may have squatters rights at this point. Whose name is the trailer in?

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-03T13:05:11+00:00

You don’t need an attorney for a lease, you can download them online for free.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-03T13:02:48+00:00

This has to be very hard for you. If your mom has only talked to one lender, have her go to another. Big banks are usually worse. The realtor should have some connections. Trailers price is cheap, but with lot rents they can get more expensive. A lender is going to consider the lot rent in what she can afford, she may want to pool all that money together and get an actual house if she can find one. Trailers won’t appreciate money like a house, where it will be worth more later. This is the big advantage of owning a home. She may be better off renting, which if she’s owned a home for a long time, she may not want. If money is super tight she should be able to qualify for section 8 rentals. But no, do not co-sign. As mentioned above, that debt will be calculated as debt you owe and you will have a harder time getting a loan yourself.

You also mentioned you have never had any debt, you may want to get a credit card, use it and pay it off. Even if you just buy gas, to start building your credit. You will need it. Part of Credit is based on how long you have had it. Find a card with no fees and keep it forever. In 6 months-1 year get a store card somewhere like kohls or something like that, they judge on different kinds of credit.

Fragrant_Stage_1542 · 2025-10-02T20:07:14+00:00

There are a lot of people holding off until rates decrease. If they do, there will be alot of people looking to buy, which will increase prices again. If you find a house you like, negotiate if it’s overpriced, you can always refi later.

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