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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 Build Customer Loyalty

John Manfred2024-02-08T16:53:24-05:00December 30th, 2022|Categories: Advance Your Career, Home Inspection, Real Estate, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools, Real Estate Salesperson|Tags: Florida Real Estate, Home Inspector Business, New York Real Estate, real estate agent, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools|

A real estate agent, salesperson's job is complicated, especially if you want to do it well while leaving a good impression. To help you do that, here’s a guide on building customer loyalty in real estate. Work on your communication skills The first way to build customer loyalty in real estate is by working on your communication skills. There are two aspects to this. First, you must work on interacting with customers naturally and flexibly. That will help you build rapport and even help with your job, such as hosting an open house. Second is keeping in touch with your [...]

How to Host Your First Open House

John Manfred2024-02-08T16:46:25-05:00October 15th, 2022|Categories: Advance Your Career, Florida Real Estate, Home Staging, Membership, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools, Real Estate Salesperson|Tags: Florida Real Estate, New York Real Estate, real estate agent, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools|

Your first job is always stressful, especially if you are working in sales. Additionally complicating things is just how much more complex working as a real estate agent is! So, to help here’s how to host your first open house as a real estate agent! Do your due research The first step you need to overcome to host your first open house as a real estate agent successfully is… research! You need to know absolutely everything about the property you’re in charge of. The benefits and drawbacks of its location. The state of the yard, interior, and exterior. Even the [...]

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 [...]

Your Superpower is Your Why

John Manfred2023-08-02T15:38:48-04:00July 1st, 2022|Categories: Home Inspection, Real Estate, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools, Real Estate Salesperson|Tags: Florida Real Estate, Home Inspector Business, New York Real Estate, real estate agent, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools|

Let’s take a look at two agents. They both started at the same time, and they both received the same training. However, one is doing great while the other is looking for another career. The reason he is looking for a new career is because he has lost his motivation. A deal he put a lot of time in, just fell apart. He is so frustrated and ready to throw in the towel. Your superpower in the real estate business is your why. Starting a new career in Real Estate is exciting. But when the excitement and vision starts to [...]

Continuing Education Requirements

John Manfred2024-02-08T15:47:37-05:00April 1st, 2022|Categories: Approved Continuing Education, Continuing Education, Real Estate, Real Estate Broker|Tags: NY Real Estate Continuing Education|

The landscape of New York real estate has transformed over the years, and having a firm grip on current continuing education requirements is fundamental for professionals in the industry. The events of the past two years have amplified these regulations, with Governor Kathy Hochul recently signing a series of new Fair Housing bills into law on December 21st, 2022 expanding required continuing education topics for real estate salespeople and broker licensees. This article will provide a comprehensive look into the exact continuing education requirements, the consequences of not renewing licenses, and methods of renewing licenses to ensure you stay ahead [...]

Agent’s Guide to Surviving the Winter

John Manfred2024-01-16T17:06:55-05:00December 15th, 2021|Categories: Broker, Continuing Education, Real Estate, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Business Tools, Real Estate Salesperson|Tags: Real Estate Business Tools|

Winter is considered a slow season for many businesses. The real estate world is no different, as there seems to be significantly less work during the cold months. With holidays just around the corner, the clients' focus seems to shift from buying and selling to spending more time with their loved ones. While that kind of mindset isn't particularly working out in your favor as a real estate agent - at least not in a financial sense - you too could benefit from the decreased workload. To learn how, continue reading this real estate agent's guide to surviving the winter. [...]

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 [...]

Your Online Presence in Real Estate

John Manfred2024-01-13T13:22:45-05:00November 4th, 2021|Categories: Florida Real Estate, Home Inspection, Mlo, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Digital Marketing Tools|Tags: Local SEO in Real Estate, New Real Estate Agent, NYC Real Estate Agent|

Venturing into real estate carries boundless possibilities. However, your digital identity and reputation can be your most potent asset, especially for rookies in the field. It's a widespread misconception that license-oriented education alone equips an agent for success. While it's true that a real estate license is a requirement to practice in most states, it's not enough to make you stand out from the crowd. In fact, many agents who have been in the business for years still struggle with building their digital footprint. Licensing courses come with their limitations on what can be instructively covered. Here are five captivating [...]

Mastering SEO In Your Real Estate Business

John Manfred2024-01-12T08:29:31-05:00August 6th, 2021|Categories: Home Inspection, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Digital Marketing Tools|Tags: Local SEO in Real Estate|

As you grow your business. It’s important to understand search engine optimization (SEO) and its potential impact on your website. Mastering SEO in your real estate business if done correctly, as a result you can see hundreds or even thousands of new visitors to your website. We’ve explained why SEO is important for real estate professionals and how you can optimize on-page elements of your website but in this article, we’re focusing on the importance of local SEO and how to target potential buyers in your area. Mastering SEO is the practice of driving targeted traffic to a website from a search [...]