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Why You Choose to Sidestep the National Association of Realtors (NAR)?

John Manfred2024-05-05T13:15:09-04:00May 10th, 2024|Categories: Appraisal, Choosing a Sponsoring Broker, Commercial Real Estate, Florida Real Estate, Real Estate, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools, Real Estate Salesperson|Tags: Level Up Your Real Estate Business, NAR Law Suit, New York Appraiser|

The most powerful real estate trade organization has been long recognized for boasting a strong network, comprehensive data reports, and extensive member benefits. But like every coin's other side, there are reasons why you choose to sidestep the National Association of Realtors (NAR)? Or leave them if you're already members. Here are a few of the reasons why you choose to sidestep the NAR: Unpacking the NAR: An Overview Before dissecting why one may consider parting ways with the NAR, it's crucial to understand what it entails. The organization mandates rigid membership requirements and necessitates a binding agreement known as [...]

Top Non-Realtor MLS Platforms

John Manfred2024-05-10T06:21:57-04:00May 5th, 2024|Categories: Appraisal, Commercial Real Estate, Florida Real Estate, NYC Real Estate, Real Estate, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools, Real Estate Salesperson|Tags: NAR Law Suit, New York Appraiser, New York Real Estate|

In the wake of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) lawsuit settlement. Many brokers and agents have started re-evaluating their association with traditional MLS systems tightly intertwined with NAR regulations. The landscape is shifting, and for those looking to sidestep the potential limitations posed by this settlement. Alternative platforms offer a fresh lease on operational freedom and innovation. This blog unveils the top Non-Realtor MLS Platforms. That are reshaping the way brokers and agents operate in the real estate market. 1. MyStateMLS Distinctively serving the entire United States with a particular focus on providing flexibility. MyStateMLS stands out for its [...]

Exploring GSE Requirements for Desktop Appraisals

John Manfred2024-02-08T21:11:39-05:00May 1st, 2023|Categories: Appraisal, Appraiser Assistant, Approved Continuing Education, Continuing Education, Real Estate Broker|Tags: Appraisal Business, Florida Appraiser, New York Appraiser, Real Estate Broker|

The desktop appraisal process has become increasingly important to the real estate appraising industry. As such, it is essential that all appraisers understand how to properly comply with GSE requirements when conducting a desktop appraisal. Exploring GSE requirements for desktop appraisals will cover the various requirements and steps you need to take to ensure compliance. Definition of a Desktop Appraisal A desktop appraisal is an appraisal report that is prepared using data from third-party sources without any physical inspection of the subject property. This type of appraisal is typically used for low value properties. For example manufactured homes and small [...]

Real Estate Agent’s Guide to Handling Difficult Clients

John Manfred2023-08-02T15:11:51-04:00March 15th, 2023|Categories: Advance Your Career, Appraisal, Appraiser Assistant, Florida Real Estate, Home Inspection, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools|Tags: Florida Appraiser, Florida Real Estate, Home Inspector Business, New York Appraiser, New York Real Estate, real estate agent, Real Estate Broker|

The most successful real estate professionals are the ones who can thrive despite facing challenges from challenging clients. However, an agent's answer to a demanding client requires strategic planning and sensitivity. Excellent agents and brokers can quickly figure out the issues and make sound, forward-thinking judgments. Customers, whether difficult or not, are not all the same. This is why there has to be a plan in place for agents to detect and handle customer problems quickly. We've created this real estate agent's guide to handling difficult clients to get you started. Understand Difficult Clients Continuous learning is key to becoming a [...]

How to Select Good Comparables for Appraisals

John Manfred2024-02-08T16:59:13-05:00February 1st, 2023|Categories: Appraisal, Appraiser Assistant, Approved Continuing Education, Florida Real Estate, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools|Tags: Florida Appraiser, Florida Real Estate, New York Appraiser, New York Real Estate, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools|

Real estate appraisers must consider many factors when determining a property's worth. One of the key components is selecting comparable properties. This process can be tricky. As there are many factors to consider and it requires more than just finding homes with similar square footage. Let’s look at some of the criteria for how to select good comparables for appraisals. What is a Comparable? A comparable is a property that has recently sold in the same market as the one being evaluated. The more similar the comparable is to the subject property, both in terms of location and physical attributes, [...]

How to Prepare an Unbiased Real Estate Report

John Manfred2024-02-08T16:56:35-05:00January 15th, 2023|Categories: Appraisal, Continuing Education, Home Inspection, Real Estate|Tags: Appraisal Business, New York Appraiser, New York Real Estate, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools|

Preparing a real estate report can be daunting. It is important to make sure that the report you compose is accurate and unbiased. As a real estate professional, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided in the report is factually correct and not influenced by any personal biases or opinions. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the best practices for how to prepare an unbiased real estate report. Gather Information from Multiple Sources When composing a real estate report, it is essential to do your research and gather information from multiple sources. This helps [...]

5 Reasons Why You Should Become a Member

John Manfred2024-02-08T16:39:17-05:00September 1st, 2022|Categories: Advance Your Career, Appraisal, Continuing Education, Home Inspection, Membership, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools|Tags: Appraisal Business, Home Inspector Business, New York Appraiser, real estate agent, Real Estate Broker|

Here at Manfred Real Estate Learning Center we learn success from success. Above all, our courses, classrooms, webinars and online courses are specifically designed by real estate professionals. Who are considered experts in the topics they teach and are activity listing and selling in today’s market. In addition, our instructors recognize the balance of technical skills along with compassion, critical thinking and effective communication skills. 5 reasons why you should become a Member. How do you know what you know? What is the litmus test? It’s the ability to take what you learn and teach it to someone else. Who [...]

The Ethical Agent Always Wins

John Manfred2024-01-14T09:35:05-05:00November 12th, 2021|Categories: Appraisal, Appraiser Assistant, Approved Continuing Education, Broker, Commercial Real Estate, Continuing Education, Florida Real Estate, Mlo, New Jersey Real Estate, Real Estate, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools, Real Estate Salesperson, Real Estate Scams|Tags: New Real Estate Agent, New York Appraiser|

In the dynamic drama of the real estate realm, the character of an Ethical Agent often shines the brightest, outperforming others with their torch of integrity and resilience. Two perennial themes that color this character's journey - ethics and fair housing - often steer the course of the Agent's professional saga. Yet the Ethical Agent stands undeterred, honoring the mantra: The Ethical Agent Always Wins! Unraveling the essence of ethical behavior, we unearth a simple conjecture. Connected as closely to the philosophical arena as to commonplace conduct, ethics essentially means doing the right thing, however challenging that may be. It's [...]