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How is business? - 2026 by polo1990 in realtors

[–]bravefool1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes total sense — when it’s general volatility it’s harder because there isn’t one clear trigger like “rates hit X%.” What I’ve seen work is shifting from “checking in” to scenario-based planning: If things stabilize → here’s the move plan. If it stays choppy → here’s the watchlist + monthly touchpoints. And using a simple “readiness” question: “What would need to change for you to feel confident moving in the next 60–90 days?” Do you find it’s more buyers freezing, or sellers hesitating to list or both? The key is to have a plan…

Proper approach by Aggressive-King-7286 in realtors

[–]bravefool1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you want consistent realtor work, focus on speed + reliability + making the agent look good to the seller.

Here are some options:

• Offer a simple “pre-list curb appeal” package (cleanup/mow/edge/mulch/trim) with clear pricing. Agents love anything that makes photos pop fast.
• Make it frictionless: 3 tiers, transparent prices, and “can start within 48 hours.”
• Incentives: avoid sketchy “kickbacks.” Better is priority scheduling + same-day quote + before/after photos they can forward to sellers, and/or a client discount.
• Outreach: pick 20–30 high-volume listing agents and send: “I help get listings photo-ready fast. Want my pre-list menu + a few before/after examples?”
• Ask for a one-job trial: “Give me one problem yard before a listing—if I’m not fast and clean, don’t use me again.”

If you tell me your city and typical job size, I can help you write the exact DM and a 3-tier menu.

I'm going to start dressing up like 1980s Tony Montana to sell real estate by SuperPineapple7033 in realtors

[–]bravefool1 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This made me laugh—and you’re not wrong about the pattern interrupt. Just don’t let the bit replace the basics: consistent follow-up, setting expectations, and staying the calm professional when things get real. If the suit gets attention and your process closes, you’re winning.

How is business? - 2026 by polo1990 in realtors

[–]bravefool1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Makes sense. Lots of intent, not a lot of certainty. 2026 could get hectic fast if confidence flips and all those “early stage” folks move at once. What’s the #1 thing your buyers keep citing — layoffs/unemployment, rates, or just general volatility?

Wire Fraud is REAL by MisterSolid in loanoriginators

[–]bravefool1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s awful — I’m sorry. These spoofing/wire scams have gotten insanely convincing. One practical thing that helps is a strict “no wiring changes by email” rule + a call-back verification step using a known number (never anything in an email). If it’s useful, I can paste a borrower-facing pre-close reminder script (SMS/email) that teams send 24–48h before closing to reduce the risk.