As of December 21st, the Winter Solstice and my favorite day of the year, there are only 10 days remaining until 2023 becomes a memory. However, when you read this, the year 2023 will be even closer to its end! Today’s post is centered on preparing for 2024, ensuring you’re ready to start strong on…
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Over the past few weeks I have been talking with many agents about how their business is going! When I tell you that some have opted to drive for Uber or Lyft, and that some have taken retail jobs, you’ll understand how dire things are for them. Most of the advice on getting business revolves…
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With just a few weeks left, the end of 2023 presents a unique set of challenges: a holiday season, scarce inventory, uncertainty over interest rates, and the growing concern over homeowners insurance availability. As someone who has weathered numerous market shifts over nearly four decades, I’ve learned that resilience and adaptability are necessary for success…
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Leveraging technology to gain an edge is crucial. One such technological advancement is ChatGPT, an AI-driven tool that can transform the way you work. But to truly harness its power, understanding and utilizing Custom Instructions is key. This feature, available only in the paid version of ChatGPT 4, allows agents to tailor the AI’s responses…
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Recently, I asked ChatGPT to analyze my entire catalog of articles here on RealtyTechBytes. Here is the answer I got: I visited the provided link to RealtyTechBytes, a website by Jerry Kidd dedicated to providing technology tips and techniques for real estate agents. However, it’s not feasible for me to read and analyze all 700…
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I’ve previously written about what I would do if I started over again in the real estate resales market. You can find articles that I have written here: https://realtytechbytes.com/?s=starting+over. But it’s been a while, and since the market has drastically changed since I last wrote about starting over, I thought I’d do a revamp that…
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In this ever-evolving digital world, it’s easy to find ourselves drowning in a sea of digital tools and platforms. From juggling online listings to keeping our social media game strong, the digital demands of our job can sometimes feel like a relentless tide. So, let’s dive into how we can easily ride these waves, streamlining…
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Everyone’s talking about that lawsuit hitting NAR lately. Right now, we’re all in the dark about what to expect down the line, but the word on the street (and from some pretty savvy folks) is that it’s time to brush up on buyer representation. The California Association of REALTORS® just sent an email nudging agents…
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In today’s fast-paced real estate market, standing out from the crowd requires more than just traditional skills and networking; it demands a mastery of modern technology. As the industry continues to evolve, artificial intelligence (AI is becoming an indispensable tool for real estate agents looking to gain a competitive edge. From automating mundane tasks to…
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We are in the final quarter of 2023, so it’s time to start planning 2024! There are any number of business planning tools available to you, but most assume that you are actually prepared to get started. To ensure a smooth path forward in your 2024 business planning, I’ve compiled some crucial considerations with the…
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