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Most real estate agents are using AI for the easiest possible tasks. The real opportunity is putting AI to work inside the actual operation of your real estate business. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain how AI can help agents manage repetitive tasks, organize CRM activity, prepare seller updates, analyze business information, monitor systems, support listing marketing, and stay accountable to their business plan. But there's an important line agents shouldn't cross. AI should create more time for human relationships, not replace them. The core job of a real estate professional remains the same: generate leads, prequalify, present, negotiate, and close. AI can support nearly everything surrounding those activities, but agents still need to talk with prospects, advise clients, handle objections, negotiate deals, and build genuine relationships. You'll learn how to think about dedicated AI responsibilities inside your business, where AI can save time, how it can support CRM and seller communication, why human interaction becomes even more valuable as technology improves, and how Tim and Julie are incorporating AI implementation into Premier Coaching through their AI Business Lab. This isn't about becoming an AI expert. It's about using technology to become more consistent, better prepared, and more productive at the things that have always mattered in real estate. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.comCoaching: PremierCoaching.comJoin eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/HarrisText Tim Direct: 512-758-0206Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

You probably don't need more real estate leads. You need more appointments. If your CRM keeps growing but your calendar doesn't, the problem may not be lead generation at all. It may be what happens after the lead arrives. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris break down why fast personal follow-up, strong prequalification, better questions, and consistent database conversations are often more valuable than simply buying another batch of leads. They explain why experienced agents can accidentally talk themselves out of appointments by giving away too much information too early, why delegating new-lead follow-up can damage conversion, and why a large database isn't valuable if you're not actually talking to the people inside it. You'll learn how to track the numbers that matter from conversations to appointments, agreements, contracts, and closings; why past clients and your center of influence require consistent follow-up; how to avoid hiding behind automation and drip campaigns; and why communication skills remain one of the strongest ways to differentiate yourself as a real estate professional. Before you decide you need more leads, find out what happened to the opportunities you already generated. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.comCoaching: PremierCoaching.comJoin eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/HarrisText Tim Direct: 512-758-0206Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Louise Phillips Forbes started her real estate career making just $8,400 in her first year. More than three decades later, she has closed over $6 billion in real estate, and she credits much of that success to a philosophy that has very little to do with chasing transactions.   James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Louise, founder of the Louise Phillips Forbes Team at Brown Harris Stevens, to discuss why relationships, generosity, service, and authenticity have remained at the center of her business. Louise shares how she built her sphere organically, why other agents should be viewed as colleagues instead of competitors, and why treating every relationship like an opportunity for a commission can actually work against you.   They also explore how New York real estate has changed throughout Louise's 35-year career, the growing battle over private listings, balancing service with being a strong negotiator, and why even a $6 billion producer is still willing to rethink how she runs her business.   Connect with Louise on LinkedIn - Instagram (team) - Instagram (self) - Facebook and online at louisephillipsforbes.com. The industry is evolving. The question is: will your business evolve with it? Join us at Zillow Unlock 2026 and be part of the conversation shaping what comes next. Register today at unlockconference.com and use code REIU20 for 20% off your ticket*.   *Code can be used on all full priced passes leading up to the event and cannot be combined with any other discounts.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.  

Mental Wealth, Leave a New LegacyYour teen may be telling AI things they have not told you yet, and that can stir up plenty of fear, guilt, and questions.

From The Heart, Inspiring Stories told by Inspiring WomenThere was a time when Sammie was carrying so much shame, anger, guilt, and resentment that it started affecting nearly every part of her life.

Stop opening doors before buyers understand why they need you. If your buyer strategy starts with “Meet me at the house,” you may already be giving away the most important part of the relationship: your value. Tim and Julie Harris explain how real estate agents can move from being simple access providers to professional buyer advisors through a structured consultation, pre-qualification process and buyer presentation. You'll hear how Tim and Julie structured the process with their own buyer agents, why the presentation should come before asking for the agreement, how to respond when a buyer hesitates to commit, and when a one-time showing agreement should — and should not — be used. What you'll learn is how to pre-qualify buyer leads, structure a professional buyer appointment, establish your unique value, explain compensation confidently, make the signed buyer agreement the natural conclusion of the presentation, handle predictable objections and differentiate yourself from competing agents. Tim and Julie also explain how Premier Coaching is building buyer and seller presentations, scripts, objection handlers and AI-powered tools designed to help agents execute these systems faster. They close with why agents should evaluate whether their coaching, technology and brokerage environment are helping them stay competitive as the industry evolves. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Most real estate agents have AI. Very few have actually built anything useful around it. If you're still using AI primarily for listing descriptions and basic content, you're missing the bigger opportunity. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain how to start treating AI like a real business assistant instead of another version of Google. They break down how agents can give AI access to the information that matters, including market data, presentations, scripts, objection handlers, database information, and everyday workflows. You'll learn how AI can help organize database prospecting, prepare contacts before calls, assist with CMAs and follow-up, summarize conversations, analyze inspection reports, support listing marketing, create single-property websites, and reduce dependence on expensive software tools. Tim and Julie also explain why agents should stop assuming every new AI widget deserves another monthly subscription. Before buying another tool, understand what it actually does, decide whether your business really needs it, and determine whether the AI you already have can accomplish the same outcome. The goal isn't to become a technology expert. The goal is to eliminate repetitive work so you can spend more time generating leads, talking to buyers and sellers, strengthening relationships, winning listings, and running a more productive real estate business. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

For years, the real estate industry has been told America has a severe housing shortage. But what if the data tells a different story?   James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Ryan McKeveny, Managing Director at Zelman & Associates, to challenge one of housing's biggest assumptions. Ryan explains why declining birth rates, an aging population, slowing household formation, and immigration trends could mean the housing market is much closer to balanced than many believe. They also dig into affordability, mortgage rates, shifting demographics, today's difficult transaction environment, and what agents should be doing now instead of waiting for the market to improve.   Links mentioned during the episode: Zelman Insights: https://www.zelmanassociates.com/resources/zelman-insights   Zelman Housing Summit, September 17-18, InterContinental Boston Register for the Housing Summit: https://events.zelmanassociates.com/2026housingsummit/begin Registrant Type: New Registrant Save $300 off of Registration with Discount Code: PODCAST300   Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.  

Buyers keep saying they're waiting for mortgage rates to come down. But rates may not be the real problem. Monthly affordability is—and most real estate agents know far fewer ways to influence that payment than they should. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris break down financing strategies and programs agents should understand without trying to become loan officers. They explain why seller-paid buydowns can sometimes create more payment relief than a major price reduction, and how that knowledge can become a powerful advantage at listing appointments, expired listings and price-reduction conversations. They also discuss HUD homes, Good Neighbor Next Door, FHA financing, low-down-payment opportunities, state programs, VA and USDA loans, renovation financing and assumable FHA and VA mortgages. What you'll learn is how to shift buyer conversations from interest rate to monthly payment, how to give sellers alternatives to another price cut, how to identify financing opportunities other agents overlook, what questions to add to every buyer consultation, and why deeper knowledge can make you significantly more valuable to both buyers and sellers. Your job isn't to become the lender. Your job is to know which doors exist, recognize when one might apply and connect the client with someone qualified to open it. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Your real estate year has less time left than the calendar makes it appear. And if you want listings that can actually close and pay this year, your true deadline arrives even sooner. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris break down why agents need to stop measuring their remaining opportunity in months and start measuring it in productive workdays. They explain why focused execution matters more than another CRM, marketing strategy, or shortcut—and why top-producing agents consistently do the uncomfortable work at a higher level. You'll learn how to identify activities you should stop doing, why past clients and centers of influence deserve more direct attention, how to separate true workdays from days off, and how to build an honest scoreboard using closed transactions, pendings, active listings, buyers, and your actual production goal. You'll also learn how to calculate the exact number of transactions you still need instead of relying on vague goals like “work harder” or “get more deals,” plus why your existing lead follow-up may contain some of the fastest opportunities available to you. Tim and Julie also discuss Premier Coaching's Real Plan, which works backward from your goals to create specific action steps rather than leaving you with another unstructured business objective. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

What if the best referral system for your real estate business had nothing to do with asking for referrals?   James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Greg Roeder, Founder and Principal Broker of Selling Fort Collins with LIV Sotheby's International Realty to unpack the system that helped him grow from $15 million in solo sales volume in 2023 to $40 million in 2025. Greg shares how client events, niche content, genuine relationships, and consistent follow-up turned his existing network into a powerful source of repeat and referral business. The best part? His strategy starts with something most agents overlook: doing more of what actually brings you joy.   Follow this link to reserve a copy of Greg's book 'Getting to a Million': https://getting-to-a-million.kit.com/book-launch   Connect with Greg on LinkedIn - Facebook.   Learn more about Selling Fort Collins on Facebook - Instagram and online at sellingfortcollins.com. The industry is evolving. The question is: will your business evolve with it? Join us at Zillow Unlock 2026 and be part of the conversation shaping what comes next. Register today at unlockconference.com and use code REIU20 for 20% off your ticket*.   *Code can be used on all full priced passes leading up to the event and cannot be combined with any other discounts.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.  

The real estate market has changed—and the strategies, systems, and mindset that worked a few years ago may no longer be enough.If you're working harder than ever for fewer closings, struggling with difficult transactions, or feeling burned out and isolated, you're not imagining it. This is a challenging market. But agents are still succeeding by adapting to the conditions in front of them.In this episode, I break down the three essential “layers” real estate agents need to navigate today's market:Strategic communication that helps anxious buyers and sellers make clear decisionsAirtight systems that keep leads from falling through the cracksA productive environment and micro-community that prevent isolation and burnoutYou'll also discover why some new agents are adapting faster than experienced agents, how outdated expectations can hold your business back, and why succeeding in a slower real estate market requires more than simply working harder.Winter may be here—but you don't have to navigate it alone.Want help creating a plan to move from 5–10 transactions a year toward 30?

Your seller has already researched you. They may have already asked AI what their house is worth. That means the modern listing appointment begins long before you sit down at the kitchen table. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain how Google, ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, Zillow and other online sources are changing seller expectations before the appointment even begins. Sellers may research your reputation, compare you against other agents, study competing homes, develop their own pricing expectations and begin planning their next move before they ever speak with you. The solution is to combine thorough Seller Prequalification with a strong Pre-Listing Package. Learn about the seller before you arrive while allowing the seller to learn about you. Done correctly, this can turn the appointment from a traditional sales presentation into an informed conversation about what the seller actually needs. What you'll learn: how sellers are using AI to research agents, why your online reputation matters, how to uncover a seller's price before the appointment, how to identify AI-generated pricing objections, what property preparation tells you about motivation, how to discover where sellers are moving next, why you need to know your competition before you arrive, and how Seller Prequalification and your Pre-Listing Package work together to create a stronger listing presentation. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Your seller finally agreed to reduce the price. Now the real work starts. Changing the MLS and waiting for buyers is not a strategy. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain why a meaningful price adjustment should be treated like a second listing launch. You'll hear how to determine whether a reduction is large enough to change buyer behavior, why sellers need consistent communication before the pricing conversation happens, and what agents should do immediately after the new price goes live. Tim and Julie also break down how to contact previous showing agents, reactivate buyers who liked the property, use reverse offers when buyers haven't written contracts, reach buyers who now qualify at the new price, and completely relaunch the property's marketing. You'll also learn why the agents who succeed in the changing 2026 real estate market won't simply rely on automated marketing or AI. They'll combine technology with stronger communication, prospecting, negotiation, past-client relationships, and centers-of-influence marketing. For listing agents, the lesson is simple: don't reduce the price and wait. Reposition the property, relaunch the marketing, communicate the plan to the seller, and actively go find the buyer. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Can a new trade association actually change the real estate industry?   James Dwiggins sits down with Jason Haber, co-founder and president of the American Real Estate Association, to discuss why ARA was created, its rapid growth, and its mission to elevate the industry. Jason opens up about challenging NAR, building an organization from the ground up, expanding into advocacy and lobbying, and why he believes competition between trade groups can ultimately make the industry stronger.   Connect with Jason on LinkedIn. To learn more about the ARA check out Instagram and online at americanrea.org.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.  

Most real estate agents will spend money chasing complete strangers while ignoring hundreds of people who already know them. Before you buy another lead, Tim and Julie Harris want you to look inside your phone. In this episode, Tim and Julie explain why past clients, friends, neighbors, vendors, community connections, and your broader center of influence should play a much bigger role in your real estate lead generation strategy. They break down why having a huge CRM means very little if you are not having actual conversations with the people inside it. You'll learn why Tim and Julie recommend starting with five real conversations per day, how to cycle through a manageable database consistently, how to expand your sphere through normal everyday activities, and why leading with useful information makes prospecting feel far less transactional. You'll also hear why AI may make human relationships more valuable rather than less valuable. AI can create reports, emails, social posts, and automated campaigns, but it cannot replace your reputation inside your community. The agents who learn to combine technology with genuine relationships may have a meaningful advantage as the industry continues changing. Most importantly, Tim and Julie explain how to remain visible as a real estate professional without turning every conversation into a sales pitch—and why people who know and trust you still need to be reminded that you want their referrals. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

The real estate market isn't broken. Agents have simply forgotten what normal looks like. Pricing matters again. Negotiation matters again. Seller communication matters again. And agents who know how to actually manage a transaction have a major advantage. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris break down five realities buyers, sellers, and real estate agents need to understand about today's market. Sellers receiving offers are averaging around two rather than the bidding-war numbers many became accustomed to, buyers are keeping inspection contingencies more often, and the majority of contracts discussed are still making it to closing. You'll learn why overpricing a listing can destroy its strongest marketing window, how to handle sellers who insist on testing a higher price, why agents should counter low offers instead of killing deals emotionally, how renewed buyer leverage changes inspection and concession negotiations, and why proactive seller communication matters even more when days on market increase. You'll also hear why this should be viewed as a skills market rather than a distressed market. When homes no longer sell automatically, professional pricing, lead generation, negotiation, communication, and transaction management become more valuable. For serious agents, that creates opportunity. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

AI can make real estate agents more efficient, but it can't replace the one thing clients actually need from you: human connection. James Dwiggins sits down with human connection keynote speaker, author, and longtime real estate professional Barb Betts to talk about why relationships remain an agent's greatest competitive advantage. Barb shares the relationship-first strategy behind her seven-figure real estate business, her simple "5 by 5 Method," why agents should stop chasing referrals, and how authenticity builds confidence and trust. Plus, they break down how agents should use AI to create more time for relationships. Not automate those relationships away. Links mentioned during the episode: "The Relationship Advantage": https://barbbetts.com/book Connect with Barb on LinkedIn - Instagram - YouTube and online at barbbetts.com. The industry is evolving. The question is: will your business evolve with it? Join us at Zillow Unlock 2026 and be part of the conversation shaping what comes next. Register today at unlockconference.com and use code REIU20 for 20% off your ticket*.   *Code can be used on all full priced passes leading up to the event and cannot be combined with any other discounts.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.  

For ambitious real estate agents looking to scale, using AI is mandatory—but using free, public AI tools is a massive legal liability. In this video, I break down the strict new AI data privacy rules mandated across major brokerages and show you how to set up secure guardrails so you can automate your business without risking your license.

Mental Wealth, Leave a New LegacyShared custody transitions can be hard on everyone, and sometimes the toughest part is when the kids come back home. In this episode of Mental Wealth, Katie and Laura talk about why switching between homes can feel so overwhelming for both kids and parents.​​From different routines and expectations to a child's need for predictability, these transitions take more emotional energy than we may realize. Laura shares practical ways to make transition days easier, including creating space to decompress, keeping routines consistent, and helping kids stay connected to both parents.​​A smoother transition starts with connection, consistency, and giving everyone a little room to adjust.

Real estate prospects aren't always ghosting you. You may simply be giving them no reason to respond. And if you're giving up after one or two attempts, you're probably quitting before the real follow-up has even started. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris break down why buyers and sellers stop responding and why the problem often begins with poor pre-qualification, slow lead response and generic follow-up. They explain how to establish a stronger connection during the first conversation, why new leads demand urgency, and why messages like "just checking in" are so easy to ignore. You'll learn how to structure texts that are easy to answer, leave voicemails that create a reason to call back, use pop-bys and face-to-face contact strategically, and build a multi-channel follow-up cadence without becoming repetitive. Tim and Julie also explain why buyer inquiries can uncover listing opportunities and challenge the industry's dependence on long-term CRM campaigns and automated follow-up. For real estate agents building a serious career in the 2026 market, the message is simple: technology can support sales, but it cannot replace the conversations, pre-qualification, prospecting and follow-up that create appointments and listings. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty. Income results are not typical. Individual results will vary.

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Your clients are already using AI to question pricing, offers, inspections and agent recommendations. The agents who still believe access to information is their competitive advantage are about to have a problem. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain how AI is changing the relationship between real estate agents and consumers. Buyers and sellers can now pressure-test your recommendations before, during and after your conversations with them. The answer isn't to dismiss ChatGPT or fight with your clients about whether AI is right. The opportunity is to become better at the things information alone cannot solve. You'll learn why agents should pressure-test AI instead of arguing with it, how to give AI enough transaction context to produce more useful answers, why strategy and negotiation matter more than access to comps, how AI search could affect agent visibility, and why Google Business Profile and hyperlocal content deserve attention. You'll also hear why Tim and Julie believe real estate agents need to get back in front of people. Human conversations, body language, seller motivation, past clients and centers of influence become even more valuable as more of the industry moves behind screens. Use AI to become faster. Then use the time it gives back to build relationships, negotiate better, solve problems and have more real conversations. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Are tariffs really driving housing costs or is something else having a bigger impact?   James Dwiggins sits down with Brad Case, Chief Residential Economist at Homes.com, for an in-depth look at the forces shaping today's housing market. From inflation and mortgage rates to immigration, tariffs, and global conflict, Brad separates headlines from economic reality and explains why consumers may finally be adapting to today's market. Connect with Brad on LinkedIn and online at homes.com.  Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.  

Most real estate agents make the same mistake when a seller receives a disappointing offer: they lead with the price. That one decision can turn a workable offer into an emotional rejection before the seller ever understands the full deal. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain how listing agents should present the whole offer instead of anchoring the conversation around purchase price. They break down why the seller's actual net proceeds, earnest money, financing strength, closing timeline, contingencies, rent-back terms, repair requests, carrying costs, and certainty of closing can matter more than the headline number. You'll learn how to sequence the offer presentation, why a seller net sheet can completely change the conversation, how to evaluate the true cost of waiting for another buyer, why agents should stop automatically rejecting low offers, and how consistent seller communication makes difficult negotiations easier. Tim and Julie also discuss assumable mortgages, seller financing concepts, and why stronger transaction and negotiation skills create a major advantage for listing agents when the market gets more difficult. If you're serious about generating more listings, becoming a stronger negotiator, and building a long-term real estate career, this is the type of skill that matters in the 2026 market. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Everybody says it's a buyer's market. But is it actually a buyer's market where you sell real estate? Nationally, buyers have gained leverage in 2026. Inventory is higher, homes are sitting longer, seller concessions are becoming more common, and more sellers are reducing their prices. But national averages are not enough to win a listing appointment. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain how real estate agents can determine whether their own market—and their individual micromarkets—actually favors buyers or sellers. They break down months of supply, buyer leverage, seller concessions, price reductions, the cost of waiting, pricing strategy, and why knowing your local numbers can separate you from agents simply repeating national housing headlines. You'll learn how months of supply helps determine market leverage, why buyers are successfully negotiating more concessions, why overpricing has become increasingly dangerous for listing agents, how agents can handle sellers who want an unrealistic price, and why zip code, price range, property type, neighborhood, and even individual streets can behave completely differently from national averages. You'll also hear why information alone is no longer enough. AI can produce information instantly. The career advantage belongs to agents who can interpret market data, communicate it clearly, and help buyers and sellers make confident decisions. If you want more listings and a more predictable real estate business in 2026, know your market cold. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.comCoaching: PremierCoaching.comJoin eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/HarrisText Tim Direct: 512-758-0206Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Can you build one of the top real estate businesses in the country without a CRM? Jonathan Stein has. After selling a $27 million property, building a top-producing business in New York City, and becoming one of Douglas Elliman's top agents, Jonathan joins James Dwiggins to share why relationships, not software, have always been the foundation of his success. They also discuss luxury real estate, private listings, AI, resilience, and the mindset required to survive one of the toughest industries in the world. Connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn - Instagram - Facebook and online at elliman.com. The industry is evolving. The question is: will your business evolve with it? Join us at Zillow Unlock 2026 and be part of the conversation shaping what comes next. Register today at unlockconference.com and use code REIU20 for 20% off your ticket*.   *Code can be used on all full priced passes leading up to the event and cannot be combined with any other discounts.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.  

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Nurturing first-time homebuyers for months—or even years—with no guarantee they'll ever close is a massive drain on an agent's time.In this video, I break down a different approach: using buyer education and Nestment as a hands-free incubation system for the people in your database who aren't ready to buy yet.Instead of manually following up for 18 months, you make the introduction. Nestment provides the education, coaching, resources, and connections buyers need to become ready, willing, and able homeowners. When they're ready to transact, the opportunity comes back to you for a standard referral fee.I also break down the bigger B2B opportunity: introducing Nestment as an employee benefit to companies and potentially becoming the primary real estate agent for the buyer opportunities that come from that relationship.

Arizona State and Local Government Without the OverwhelmArizona families need to understand this one.​In this episode of Kate48, I sit down with Tamara Apodaca with AP Doc Prep to talk about HB 2995, known as the Alec and Lydia Act, a major Arizona family court law that brings serious attention to child safety, domestic violence, legal decision making, and parenting time.​​This conversation is not legal advice. It is a plain language discussion to help parents, families, and anyone navigating the family court system better understand what changed, why this law matters, and where people can start if they need help understanding the process.​​Tamara and I are also both part of The Divorce Defenders, a resource created to help people find trusted support during one of the most overwhelming seasons of life.​​Learn more about The Divorce Defenders here:https://direct.me/thedivorcedefenders​​If you are an Arizona parent, divorcing spouse, co-parent, or someone trying to understand how family court decisions can impact child safety, this is an episode you do not want to miss.​​Connect with Tamara: https://www.facebook.com/APDocprep/about/​Connect with Katie: https://www.facebook.com/KatieHalleLambert​​Tune in now on YouTube (@momnationUSA) or your favorite podcast platform under MOMnation Talk Radio. Like, subscribe, and share to help other AZ moms find this empowering conversation.​​Brought to you by Team EvoAZ at eXp Realty.​​The information provided in this video, podcast, and related content is for general educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal advice.Nothing discussed should be relied upon as a substitute for advice from a qualified attorney regarding your specific circumstances. Laws and legal procedures can change, and their application may vary depending on the facts of each individual situation.Please consult a licensed attorney directly before making legal decisions or taking action based on information discussed in this content. No attorney client relationship is created by viewing, listening to, or interacting with this content.

This is, on record, the toughest real estate market in at least two decades, and most agents are still operating on habits built during the easy years. In this episode, John Kitchens sits down with Brandon Town, who has built one of the largest Canadian organizations within eXp Realty over the past decade, mentoring hundreds of agents while leading a high-performing team across Ontario. Brandon Town shares exactly what it looks like to take market share while everyone else pulls back. He breaks down why real estate is a contact sport, how many touches it actually takes today to move a prospect, why in-person events are the single best way to stay top of mind with a database, and why the marketing meeting is the one meeting that heads of every real estate business can never skip. Key Topics Covered: Why real estate is a contact sport, and what that means for how you spend your day The habits that formed during the easy years of 2020 and 2021, and why they're killing business today How many touches it actually takes to convert a prospect in this market Using texting, video, email, and AI together in a follow-up system Why in-person events are the number one way to stay top of mind with your database The law of reciprocity and how giving real value drives referrals Why environment and community matter more than ever in a tough market Why the marketing meeting is the most non-negotiable meeting for any agent or team leader Becoming a marketer who happens to sell real estate Notable Quote: "You have to become world-class at inviting." - Brandon Town, quoting Vincent Koo Connect With Us: Ready to buy back 15-plus hours a week without guessing between AI and hiring? Save your seat at 7FigureBP.com for our live Thursday training. Want a plan built around your business? Book your 7 Figure Audit at 7figurecall.com. Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook @johnkitchenscoach. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit johnkitchenscoachpodcast.substack.com

Most real estate agents are paying for strangers while ignoring the people most likely to hire them. Your next listing may already be sitting inside your phone. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris challenge one of the real estate industry's most expensive assumptions: that agents need to constantly purchase leads, build complicated marketing funnels, or become social media personalities to create a predictable business. The statistics discussed in the episode show that roughly 90% of brokerage sales volume comes from repeat clients and referrals. Meanwhile, internet leads may convert into closed transactions at only approximately 1% to 3%, depending on the lead source, response time, follow-up system, and agent skill. Tim and Julie explain why agents frequently misattribute referral business to social media, how the sunk-cost fallacy keeps agents spending money on ineffective marketing, and why your database should be treated as hidden real estate inventory. You will learn how to audit your paid lead sources, organize a manageable database, complete five meaningful conversations per day, use the FORD conversation framework, bring value to past clients, and create referral opportunities without making every interaction feel like a sales call. You will also learn why passive CRM campaigns cannot replace direct communication, why service-focused agents often outperform real estate celebrities, and how the right coaching and career environment can help serious agents build a sustainable listing business. This episode is for agents who want more listings, stronger relationships, better lead generation, and a real estate career built on skills rather than marketing gimmicks. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty. Income results are not typical. Individual results will vary.

Your clients are already using AI to evaluate your real estate advice. The agents who dismiss it may lose trust, listings, and relevance faster than they expect. Buyers and sellers are asking AI whether they overpaid, whether a listing is priced correctly, whether an offer should be rejected, and whether waiting for lower mortgage rates is the better decision. The problem is that biased questions can produce biased answers. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain why the quality of an AI answer begins with the quality of the question. They break down the difference between weak prompts that seek agreement and professional prompts that demand evidence, uncertainty, reasoning, and trade-offs. You'll learn how to use AI as a devil's advocate, challenge your pricing strategy, prepare for difficult listing appointments, evaluate offers from multiple perspectives, and support client recommendations with comparable sales, competing inventory, market data, and clear reasoning. You'll also learn why agents should consider sharing their prompts and AI research directly with buyers and sellers. Instead of becoming defensive when a client mentions AI, agents can use the technology to double-check their work and create a more transparent decision-making process. Real estate agents who adapt will be better positioned to protect client trust and strengthen their careers. Agents who refuse to engage with AI may quickly discover that their buyers, sellers, and competitors have already moved ahead. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Most sellers focus on listing their home, but what if the biggest mistake happens before it ever hits the market? James Dwiggins sits down with Austin Lane, CEO of Notable, to discuss why preparing a home before listing can dramatically increase its value, shorten time on market, and improve the overall selling experience. They also explore consumer expectations, AI, and why agents who skip pre-listing preparation may be doing their clients a disservice. Connect with Austin on LinkedIn. Learn more about Notable on LinkedIn and online at notablehome.com. Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.  

Most real estate agents are waiting for lower rates right alongside their clients. That is exactly why other agents are still closing transactions in the same market. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain why mortgage rates influence affordability, but life changes create real estate motivation. Buyers and sellers move because they get married, have children, relocate, retire, inherit property, change jobs, outgrow their homes, or need a different living situation. You will learn how to uncover the real motivation behind a buyer or seller, prequalify buyers without sounding pushy, respond when someone says they are waiting for rates, and focus the conversation on monthly payment instead of market headlines. Tim and Julie also explain why agents should stop acting like market reporters, why stronger lead generation creates better professional boundaries, and why listing-focused agents are positioned to build more durable businesses. Your next transactions may not be hiding inside a portal, new CRM, social media strategy, or branding campaign. They may already be inside your database of past clients and sphere contacts whose lives are changing. This episode delivers the kind of practical skill development serious agents need to compete in the 2026 market and advance their careers through professional coaching, eXp Realty, and the Libertas community. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Success begets success, and investment often begets investment. I recently saw an article about sections of Kalamazoo making major investment, and learned more about how that might affect the housing nearby. Joining Chris to share his perspective of these endeavors is a Realtor with EXP Realty of SW Michigan, Jared Stout!

That offer your seller finds insulting may be the only offer capable of becoming a closed transaction. Before rejecting it, ask what the market is actually trying to tell you. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain the difference between a true lowball offer and an aggressive offer supported by market evidence. They break down how listing agents can prepare sellers before offers arrive, how buyer agents should determine an offer price, and why both sides must communicate before emotion destroys the negotiation. You'll learn why active listings need an updated CMA every two to four weeks, why a buyer who submits an offer deserves respect, and why the first offer may be the seller's best or only offer. Tim and Julie also explain how possession dates, leasebacks, closing costs, inspection terms, contingencies, earnest money, and convenience can save a transaction when the original price does not work. The biggest lesson is simple: never let a deal die in your court. Keep asking questions, identify what matters to each party, and explore every reasonable contract term before allowing the transaction to fall apart. For agents who want stronger negotiation scripts, better listing skills, and a serious long-term career path, explore Premier Coaching and Libertas at eXp Realty. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Luxury isn't defined by the price of the home, it's defined by the experience. James Dwiggins sits down with Ricardo Rodriguez, Principal of Ricardo Rodriguez & Associates with Coldwell Banker and the #1 large team in New England, to discuss what truly separates luxury agents from everyone else. Ricardo shares his incredible journey from arriving in Boston with just $25 and little English to becoming one of the most respected luxury real estate professionals in the country. They also dive into private listings, consumer experience, the future of the MLS, and why exceptional service should never depend on price point. Connect with Ricardo on LinkedIn - Facebook - Instagram (Boston) - Instagram (New England) and online at ricardohomes.com. Also, check out his Tequila Chats podcast on YouTube. The industry is evolving. The question is: will your business evolve with it? Join us at Zillow Unlock 2026 and be part of the conversation shaping what comes next. Register today at unlockconference.com and use code REIU20 for 20% off your ticket*.   *Code can be used on all full priced passes leading up to the event and cannot be combined with any other discounts.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.  

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Most real estate coaching tells you to grind 24/7. I tried that. I closed 52 solo transactions in a single year, and it almost broke me.In this episode, I break down the exact mistakes that cost me years of time and thousands of dollars as a solo agent, along with the systems I built to transition from a burnt-out salesperson into a strategic business operator.

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The market changed. Has your listing presentation changed with it? Your clients are checking your pricing recommendations through Zillow, relatives, online headlines, and AI. Agents who cannot confidently interpret that information risk losing the client before they ever secure the listing. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain how real estate agents should update their pricing conversations for today's market. They discuss why yesterday's comparable sales can create unrealistic seller expectations, which current-market indicators matter more, and how agents can pre-educate sellers before the listing appointment. You will learn how emotionally loaded AI prompts can reinforce a buyer's or seller's existing fears, how to provide clients with more neutral prompts, and why agents should use AI as an advocate instead of fighting it. Tim and Julie also share the questions agents should ask when buyers insist on submitting lowball offers. You will learn how to uncover misinformation, identify affordability problems, distinguish serious buyers from home lookers, and use better prequalification to protect your time. As consumers gain access to more information, skilled real estate professionals become more valuable. Your advantage is the ability to interpret data, apply local context, ask better questions, and help clients make decisions with confidence. This is the practical, skills-based training agents need to win more listings, navigate the 2026 real estate market, and build a stronger career through coaching, Libertas, and eXp Realty. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Foreclosures are rising, but that does not automatically mean the 2026 housing market is heading toward another crash. The comparison behind the headline changes the entire story. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain why real estate agents should stop comparing today's market to the abnormal COVID housing years. They break down the difference between market normalization and genuine crisis conditions, why homeowner equity matters, and where limited pre-foreclosure listing opportunities may exist. They also explain how fear-based predictions affect buyer behavior, seller decisions, and agent productivity. An agent who expects the market to collapse may stop prospecting, delay skill development, and wait for conditions that never arrive. What you'll learn: You'll learn how to evaluate foreclosure headlines, compare current conditions with 2019 and the 2008 crisis, identify potential pre-foreclosure opportunities, analyze your local MLS, and build the skills required to serve clients in any market. Serious real estate agents do not build careers around perfect conditions. They learn how to generate listings, communicate with authority, negotiate effectively, and pivot as the market changes. This is exactly the kind of practical, career-focused training available through coaching and the Libertas group at eXp Realty. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.comCoaching: PremierCoaching.comJoin eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/HarrisText Tim Direct: 512-758-0206Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.Income results are not typical. Individual results will vary.

If your listings are sitting on the market, the problem may not be the market. Real estate coach and brokerage leader Mike Bernier joins James Dwiggins to discuss why today's listings aren't selling, how agents can have better pricing conversations with sellers, and the repeatable habits that separate top producers from everyone else. They also dive into fiduciary duty, private listings, and why consistency, not shiny objects, is still the key to long-term success. Links mentioned during the episode: Episode with Robert Palmer: https://youtu.be/FO_LED-R83U Attorney Article on Fiduciary: https://www.realestatenews.com/2026/07/14/sellers-are-only-making-a-choice-if-they-know-all-the-facts Connect with Mike on LinkedIn - Instagram and online at realtygroupmn.com. Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.  

Most real estate agents negotiate every property exactly the same.That is why strong offers get rejected and difficult transactions fall apart. Seller concessions are not automatic demands. They are strategic tools that should be matched to the property, the market, the seller's motivation, the buyer's financing, and the obstacle preventing the buyer from moving forward. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain how real estate agents can use days on market, listing history, comparable sales, property condition, builder incentives, financing options, and seller goals to create offers with a higher probability of acceptance. You will learn why combining a low offer with excessive concession requests can backfire, how to package concessions strategically, why nearby new construction affects resale negotiations, and how to match the concession to the buyer's actual problem. Tim and Julie also break down home-sale contingencies, buyer qualification, communication between agents, and why calm negotiation skills create more value than manufactured drama. In a market where every agent can use AI and publish content, the real career advantage is knowing how to solve problems, protect the transaction, and get the deal closed. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

The housing market is not crashing. It is negotiating.Agents who only focus on price are leaving valuable concessions on the table. Seller concessions appeared in 46% of May home sales, the highest May percentage on record. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain how agents can negotiate closing cost credits, seller-paid repairs, mortgage rate buydowns, flexible possession terms, rent-backs, contingencies, and other forms of value. A basic price reduction may only modestly change the buyer's monthly payment. A better concession strategy may reduce the buyer's cash to close, lower the monthly payment, resolve inspection concerns, or solve an important timing problem for the seller. You'll learn why agents must evaluate the entire transaction, how financing rules affect allowable concessions, how conventional, FHA, USDA, VA, and investment-property limits differ, and why the buyer's real priority should determine the offer strategy. You'll also learn how listing agents can prepare sellers for secondary negotiations and how buyer agents can use possession terms to strengthen an offer. Knowledge creates confidence. Agents who understand these strategies can demonstrate greater value, write stronger offers, protect listings, and build more sustainable careers through professional coaching, eXp Realty, and Libertas. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

How do you grow a successful real estate business without losing the qualities that make you different? In this conversation, I sit down with Wendy Forsythe, Chief Operating Officer of eXp Realty and author of Leverage Your X Factor, to discuss business growth, personal branding, leadership and long-term success. Wendy shares her six-part FACTOR framework: focus, action, community, technology, operations and resilience. We break down why agents need more than leads and production to build a business that lasts. You will learn how to use the right technology, create stronger business systems, surround yourself with growth-minded people and protect your energy while scaling. We also discuss the power of community, women in leadership, avoiding burnout and using your unique strengths as a competitive advantage. Your X factor is not something to hide. It is the foundation you can use to stand out, build trust, increase your impact and grow your income.  

Most buyers are not actually waiting for a lower mortgage rate.They are waiting for a monthly payment they can afford. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain how real estate agents can help buyers and sellers think beyond the advertised interest rate. They break down permanent mortgage rate buydowns, temporary 2-1 buydowns, seller concessions, adjustable-rate mortgages, builder incentives, refinance strategies, and assumable loans. You will learn why negotiating the cost of financing can be more effective than negotiating only the purchase price, how listing agents can compete with new-construction incentives, and why automatically reducing the price may not be the seller's best option. Tim and Julie also discuss the true cost of waiting, the questions buyers should ask before choosing a mortgage, and how an existing low-rate assumable loan can become one of the strongest marketing features of a listing. The episode concludes with a look at the Dorado Beach Insider book and how agents can build a long-term authority brand around a specific neighborhood or community. This is the kind of practical financing and career training real estate agents need to navigate the 2026 market, create more opportunities, and build a business that does not depend on perfect market conditions. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

Buying leads may keep your phone ringing, but it can also leave your entire real estate career dependent on a platform you do not control. When the provider controls the price, rules, territory, lead quality, and consumer relationship, do you actually own your business? In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris stage a five-step intervention for real estate agents who have become dependent on purchased leads. They explain why clicks, impressions, transaction count, and sales volume do not automatically equal profitability—and why net income is the metric agents should be watching. You will learn how to evaluate the real return from purchased leads, identify when a lead source has become a dependency, take responsibility for your own lead generation, reconnect with neglected past clients and prospects, and build a business that does not have to be repurchased every month. Tim and Julie also explain why agents should prioritize database conversations, past-client follow-up, expired listings, FSBOs, open houses, referrals, local relationships, and proactive prospecting. Paid leads may have a place, but they should supplement the business you control rather than determine whether your career survives. This is the kind of practical listing and lead-generation training serious real estate agents need to compete in the 2026 market and build a more independent career. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.comCoaching: PremierCoaching.comJoin eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/HarrisText Tim Direct: 512-758-0206Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.