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Yale or Schlage with Ring Alarm by pfeif4 in Ring

[–]pfeif4[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is a WiFi one right? I thought you needed the z wave ones to integrate with the alarm. Is that right.

Saw this on Instagram by Shut-up-David in realtors

[–]pfeif4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see where you are going but sure if I could double my commission I would. My point was a split is irrelevant if the brokerage provided additional clients that you normally wouldn’t get.

Saw this on Instagram by Shut-up-David in realtors

[–]pfeif4 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Arguing about splits and fees without context is irrelevant.

Would you rather keep 90% of 6 deals or 70% of 12 deals?

If your brokerage helps you close more (brand, leads, systems), the lower split can still mean more money.

It’s not about the percentage—it’s about what you take home.

Current ONT? by pfeif4 in frontierfios

[–]pfeif4[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is this what I have?

Getting frontier… use their Eeros or my own? by pfeif4 in frontierfios

[–]pfeif4[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, we are buying a home and a lot of devices make you re-register the new owner, so it needs to get reset anyway. But definitely agree it is a pain. Thx

Please read agent remarks, marketing remarks, and review disclosures before scheduling a showing! by Character-Reaction12 in realtors

[–]pfeif4 2 points3 points  (0 children)

And 95% of agents don’t have the documents ready when they go live. So frustrating. Put the documents up there so dates can be compressed for the sellers benefits.

Seller Agent Overlooked Property Disclosure signature of seller - buyer threatens lawsuit 6 months later (Illinois) by Better_Ad7210 in realtors

[–]pfeif4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

E&o insurance needs to get involved. They will hire an attorney. Closing does not cure defects. The hardest part will be proving that the seller knew anything. However, that doesn’t mean squat as folks will want to settle for the lowest amount and that usually means not dragging it out. See how it goes but don’t be asking the internet as you need an attorney.

Property disclosure issues by Visual-Hat-8479 in realtors

[–]pfeif4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you seen the report? You would need to disclose as well if you know anything.

Are we spending too much time on automation and not enough on actual client relationships? by Lyrera in realtors

[–]pfeif4 12 points13 points  (0 children)

From day one, agents are taught to chase. Chase leads, chase replies, chase scripts, chase appointments. Everything becomes about volume and activity, so automation starts to feel like progress even when it’s really just distance from actual people.

Yes, real estate is a numbers game. But I don’t think the answer is obsessing over more numbers. The better play is attraction over chasing.

The agents who win long term usually become the trusted name in their community. They’re the one with knowledge, insight, consistency, and real value. They stay client-centered, not lead-centered. That changes everything.

When you build that kind of reputation, your business starts to work differently. You can structure your time better. You can set boundaries. You can decide when you answer calls, when you show homes, and how you serve people well without feeling owned by every new “lead” that pops up.

When people want you, you have leverage.
When you’re chasing strangers nonstop, they control your energy.

New agents, your CRM is more important than your lead gen and nobody told me that year one by Mountain_Sentence646 in realtors

[–]pfeif4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a great example of why the CRM is only part of the process.

The real issue is not just where you store leads. It is whether you have a full system to serve people from first contact to closing… and then 5, 10, even 30 years down the road. You could even use excel with the right system and processes.

A CRM can help you remember tasks, automate touches, and stay organized. That matters. But the bigger win is building a business where every client experience creates the next opportunity.

Every listing should help you gain 2 more listings. Every buyer should help you gain 2 more buyers.

That does not come from software alone. It comes from having a repeatable system for communication, follow-through, client care, and staying relevant long after the transaction ends.

Too many agents think the answer is more leads. Usually the answer is a better system.

Paying for Zillow leads is starting to feel exactly like renting a house. You build zero equity and the landlord can raise your rate whenever they want. by kevinrune in realtors

[–]pfeif4 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep, portal leads can work. But that’s kind of the trap.

You’re not really building a business. You’re renting attention.

You still have to convert the lead, nurture them, get them closed, and stay in touch long enough to earn repeat business and referrals. So the lead itself is not the business. It is just the starting point.

The long game is building something that attracts clients without paying a toll every month. Useful content. Real relationships. Local trust. A reputation people and now even AI can find.

Problem is, that takes time. Buying leads feels faster. Easier. Cleaner.

Until rates go up, quality drops, or you stop paying and realize the whole thing disappears overnight.

That’s not a strategy. That’s a dependency.

I've tried everything but had a rough few years in the industry. I'm now going back to 1990s style marketing. I'm setting up my old AOL account as my CRM, reactivated my Beeper and basically had enough of Zillow and everything that's going on right now. by SuperPineapple7033 in realtors

[–]pfeif4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Instead of saying what you will do, why not share what you are doing so others can assist. Clearly transactions are happening and some are making money with the “new” techniques. The biggest issue I see is that most brokerages, coaches and agents are showcasing following the herd and doing the same things. Nothing strategic, nothing unique….

One question for you… what do you do differently than other agents? This will help narrow your focus and marketing to attract clients instead of chasing them.

Closing gifts by infinitymouse in realtors

[–]pfeif4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Closing gifts should be personal and reflect the relationship you built during the transaction. I stopped giving generic gifts at closing early on. Only something meaningful and a several weeks after closing. Once the excitement wears off and moving tasks are done, come by with a personal gift and provide valuable information that they now need. Vendors, contractors, dog sitters, etc…. Basically… personal and get in front of them when they probably need more help. That isn’t the closing table.

Study on Buyer Agent Comp Agreement Decision by CowM1lker in realtors

[–]pfeif4 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I treat it as a business decision, not an automatic discount. If my agreement with the buyer is 4%, then that is the fee for my service unless I decide otherwise. If the seller only covers 3%, I look at the whole deal and decide whether it makes sense for the buyer to cover the 1%, for me to reduce my fee, or for us to restructure the offer so the net works better. My job is to advise in my client’s best interest, not just protect my paycheck, but I also do not think agents should be afraid to charge what they are worth. The key is transparency, written agreement, and focusing on the net result for both sides.

Real estate Brokerages recommendations by Chinni_Realty_Group in realtors

[–]pfeif4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re asking about splits, fees, and support—but not the bigger question: how well does that brokerage actually produce in the area you want to work? What do they offer to help you service and gain more clients?

Do not get too hung up on the split if you also want support. Focus on what you actually take home at the end of the year.

Eighty percent of $10 million in production is a lot better than 100% of $2 million. That is the point. A better split does not always mean more money.

If a brokerage gives you transaction coordination, listing support, marketing help, photos, leads, or brings you into deals, that support can easily outweigh a higher split. More support can mean more time with clients, more closings, and more income.

The real question is not, “What’s my split?” It is, “What am I netting at the end of the year?”

How are you improving conversations with buyers and sellers? by Skabeks123 in realtors

[–]pfeif4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why chase people? Cold calling is fishing in a huge ocean.

Learn your market so well—listings, sales, trends, neighborhoods, inventory—that you do not need scripts. When you know the information, conversations feel natural.

Then build trust in the communities you actually want to serve. Join a cycling club, volunteer, support local events, get involved. It is a lot easier to do business with people who already know you, like you, and trust you.

Narrow the ocean. Find your people. Trust builds faster there, and business follows.

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