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Given and Take with Flock
The Flock conversation is very important. It never feels right when we think something is being taken from us. However, we give so much away willingly, free of charge,...
2026 Form Updates
New Virginia laws from 2025 have made their way into real estate forms published by Virginia Realtors and the Real Estate Information Network, better known as REIN. Th...
Septic Systems 101
What are the basics of a septic system? Does the septic system have anything to do with the size of a house? Can you put a septic system anywhere on the land that you ...
Turn Junk into Gold
This simple and free system can make you more productive and save you as much as 5 weeks in the upcoming year. By controlling the way you interact with incoming messag...
Home Inspection 101
This is a very good 'basics' coverage of what the home inspection process will be like and how you as an agent can get the most out of the situation for your client. I...
Because I like to read thank you cards
There are no show notes for this one. It was a representation of the organic redevelopment of my answer the question why are you in business.
Insider Tips for Buyer Viewing Homes
Insider tips for buyers who want to look at homes preceeded by a quick overview of the settlement landscape. 1. Proceed to look at open houses 2. Call the listing ag...
Summary of New Laws and Real Estate Forms for July 2024 in Tidewater Virginia
On July 1st new laws took effect in the state of Virginia some of them impacting the world of real estate and the forms that we use. Please enjoy this summary of those...
Commissions and Undisclosed Dual Agency
In thIs podcast I dig into the reasons why lis ing agents and sellers offer different cooperative commissions. My advice is that listing agents should stay focused on ...
A Fire Burns Through
I had the chance to walk through a forest near Luray, VA that had recently been burned in a fire. I was left with so many thoughts of comparison to our industry of rea...
Insider tips on Negotiating a Commercial Lease.
Five insider tips to negotiate a commercial lease. Number one understand the needs of the owner. Many times perspective tenants don't understand that the value of the ...
Commercial Real Estate Model is not right for Residential
A shift towards something already in place Commercial real estate has operated this way for a long time. Commercial listings generally do not offer compensation to ...
Common Sense Term Limit Ideas for the Congress of the United States
To be elected, a representative must be at least 25 years old, a United States citizen for at least seven years and an inhabitant of the state he or she represents. T...
Is your brokerage like a roundabout or a two-way street?
You are an independent contractor if you practice real estate. How much freedom do you have to direct your business the way you want to direct it? Do you have the abil...
Dynamic Pricing for Wendy's and Real Estate Commissions
Wendy's really made a splash when they announced a new pricing model which was compared to, probably improperly, Uber's surge pricing model. The leaders of Wendy's res...
HVAC Changes are Coming in the US.
R454B refrigerant has been designated as a replacement for R410A. This change is coming over the next year for Virginia and you need to be aware of it as you repair...
Tinkering with Your Breakfast
Tinkering with your business is a key component to adjusting to the needs of the marketplace. If you dial into the needs of the customer you will spot areas your busi...
Wood versus Vinyl Fencing
Wood versus Vinyl fencing: which is cheaper, which is easier to maintain, repair, replace? I have a few insights that are of value to pass along. I would like to kn...
NAR President Tracy Kasper Resigns and should be Applauded
NAR President, resigned and reported to authorities that someone was trying to blackmail her to compromise her position at NAR. The former president of the National A...
RE/MAX Capital turns 26
Cheers! We are turning 26! RE/MAX Capital has grown beyond Williamsburg to include offices in Yorktown and Hayes. Our agent-focused model is the bedrock of our office....