Welcome to Rethink Real Estate, a podcast for real estate agents looking to take their business to a new level. On this show, you'll get the latest sales strategies, business insights, and marketing tips to help grow your real estate business. Our expert guests share their insights on everything from negotiations to building a strong personal brand. Whether you're new to the industry or a seasoned pro, there's something for everyone on Rethink Real Estate. Tune in for actionable advice and i ...
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Welcome to the reThink Real Estate Podcast: Your best source for practical and entertaining industry insights, conversations and interviews. Dedicated to provide you with actionable takeaways in each episode, to help you build and grow your real estate business. Your hosts are Christian Harris, leader of the Sea-Town Team in Seattle, WA and Kellen Hoskins in Prescott, AZ. The RTRE Podcast is a proud members of the Industry Syndicate Podcast Network.
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From Pantry to Powerhouse: Will Grimes' $200M Real Estate Journey | Rethink Real Estate S2 Ep. #79
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In this inspiring episode of 'Rethink Real Estate,' host Ben Brady delves into the transformative journey of Will Grimes, a former SOCOM Marine turned top-tier real estate mogul. From sleeping in a pantry to conducting over $200 million in annual transactions, Will's story is a testament to resilience and strategic prowess in the competitive real e…
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September Real Estate Trends: Why Waiting for Perfect Market Conditions Can Cost You
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In this informative episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady provides a detailed wrap-up of September's activities for the Harcourts Auctions team and the broader real estate market. The team had a robust month, listing 68 properties and successfully closing 67. Despite the high transaction volume, there remains a cautious sentiment among sel…
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How to Handle Buyer Representation Amidst New NAR Regulations with Lori Namazi
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Ben Brady is joined by Lori Namazi, a seasoned Brokerage Operations and Compliance Consultant from Namazi Real Estate Resources. As the real estate landscape undergoes significant shifts due to recent changes by the National Association of Realtors concerning buyer representation, Lori has become a sought-after expert on how agents and brokers can …
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Rental Laws and Advertising: Avoid These Common Leasing Mistakes with Tips from David Chesnosky
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In this informative episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady engages in a detailed discussion with David Chesnosky, Managing Broker and Owner of RentingSF, Inc. With over 20 years of experience as a leasing agent in the competitive San Francisco market, David brings a wealth of knowledge on rental laws, pricing strategies, advertising, and ma…
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25+ Years and Peaking: Meet the Realtor Who’s Growing While the Real Estate Market is Slowing Down
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Ben sits down with Dianna McGarvin, a standout Realtor® from Harcourts Prime Properties - Monarch Beach. Unlike many in her field who have experienced a decline since the market boom of 2020-2021, Dianna has seen her real estate business flourish as of late.With over 25 years in the industry, Dianna is experiencing some of the best years of her rea…
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Personal Details Matter: Elevate Client Engagement with These Proven Data Enrichment Strategies
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Join host Ben Brady and returning guest Chris Cochran, Director of Marketing for Harcourts Auctions, as they delve into the critical role of data enrichment in real estate marketing and client relationship management.Ben and Chris discuss the strategic importance of adding comprehensive information like social media profiles, personal interests, bi…
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Why Low Offers Are a Gift in Today's Real Estate Market: Strategic Insights for Real Estate Agents
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In this compelling episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady addresses a common lament among real estate agents: the frustration with low offers. Ben challenges this mindset, illustrating why low offers should be viewed not as obstacles but as opportunities within a balanced real estate market.Today's discussion highlights why agents who dismi…
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How to Fix Broken Sales Cycles: Scaling Real Estate Sales Like a Fortune 500 with Paul R. Butterfield
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Ben Brady is joined by Paul R. Butterfield, Founder and CEO of Revenue Flywheel Group and a renowned expert in optimizing sales cycles. Together, they tackle the unique challenges real estate agents face within their sales processes and discuss actionable strategies for improvement. Paul shares his insights on common pitfalls in real estate sales c…
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Handling Buyer Contingencies and Unrealistic Offers in Today's Market with Key Seller Communication
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In this vital episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady addresses a growing concern among sellers: buyers submitting above-market offers loaded with contingencies, only to prolong the sale process without genuine intent to close. Given the complexity and frustration this trend causes, Ben discusses effective strategies for managing these situa…
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Innovative Marketing Strategies from eCommerce Marketing Expert to Boost Real Estate Sales
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We are joined by Avdhesh "Avi" Kumar, the visionary Founder and CEO of KUWARE. Avi specializes in the science of marketing, applying a coaching-like strategy to ensure that marketing implementation is straightforward and effective across various business sectors. Avi has an impressive background in the eCommerce sector but his insights translate re…
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August Real Estate Recap: Navigating Buyer Hesitancy and Seller Expectations in Today's Market
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Take a deep dive into the latest developments in the real estate market with the August monthly recap episode of Rethink Real Estate. In this episode, Ben provides a transparent look at the operations and challenges faced by our team as we conduct real estate auctions across 12 different states. This discussion highlights the current dynamics betwe…
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Optimizing Contract Signings: Elevate Your Real Estate Closings with Streamlined Signing Strategies
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Engage in an enlightening conversation with Phillip Hogan, CEO and Founder of Signing Services of America. As a leader in an often overlooked aspect of real estate transactions—the signing and notary services—Phillip brings valuable insights into how to streamline and enhance the closing process. Join us as Phillip discusses the common challenges a…
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How NAR's New Buyer Side Commission Structure Affects Realtors
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In this critical episode of Rethink Real Estate, we sit down with Aaron Hodson, Founder & CEO of Sellwell Inc. The focus of today's discussion is on the National Association of Realtors' (NAR) recent adjustments to the buyer side commission structure affecting real estate agents across North America. Ben and Aaron explore the implications of these …
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How to Turn Vacant Vacation Homes into a Global Passport with Wade Shealy
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This intriguing episode of Rethink Real Estate, featuring Wade Shealy, the innovative Founder, Chairman, & CEO of ThirdHome. ThirdHome is a pioneering platform that transforms how homeowners utilize their vacant properties. By allowing homeowners to rent out their seldom-used properties, they earn credits which can then be used to stay at any of th…
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Effective Marketing Strategies for New Contacts in Your Real Estate Database
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Today we explore the nuances of marketing your real estate business to contacts at various stages in their lead lifecycle. Today’s focus specifically is on 'D' leads—individuals who have recently entered your database but may not yet know or trust you enough to engage your services as a Realtor. Our goal is to give you some of the strategies and in…
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Guide to Winning Expired Real Estate Listings: Realtor Strategies & Scripts with Chad Widtfeldt
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In this episode, Chad Widtfeldt joins Ben Brady to share the proven scripts and strategic talking points that his team uses to successfully secure listings—particularly those that have expired under other agents—through the innovative auction method.Ben and Chad dive deep into the techniques that make Chad’s team one of the highest volume prospecti…
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Why are Buyer's Agents Creating a False Economy with Unrealistic Offers?
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In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady delves into a troubling trend affecting today's housing market: buyer's agents submitting overinflated offers laden with contingencies. Ben discusses the tactics where agents encourage clients to bid significantly above asking price, only to attach a string of contingencies that delay the closi…
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Real Estate Insurance Mistakes You Can't Afford to Make: Handling Real Estate Insurance Claims
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In this enlightening episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady is joined by Andy Gurczak, Founder and CEO of AllCity Adjusting. Andy brings a wealth of knowledge from the world of real estate insurance, discussing the common pitfalls that real estate professionals encounter when dealing with property insurance claims.Throughout the episode, An…
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Keeping Real Estate Deals Together Amidst Market Challenges: July’s Insights from 12 States
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In this month's recap episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady shares valuable insights and lessons from conducting real estate auctions in 12 different states throughout July. With auction numbers and listings at record highs, Ben provides a transparent look into the efforts of our team and the diverse markets they navigate.This episode delv…
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The Real Impact of Overpromising Marketing in Real Estate: Honest Advice on Seller Conversations
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A common issue in the real estate industry: the problem of real estate agents overselling their marketing capabilities. Ben expresses his concerns about the generic marketing strategies that nearly every agent promises will set their listings apart, and the potential backlash that comes when these exaggerated promises don't meet seller expectations…
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Cape Cod Holiday Homes to Havens: Exploring Unique Real Estate Markets with Tia Lilly
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Join host Ben Brady in this enlightening episode of Rethink Real Estate as he sits down with Tia Lilly, the seasoned Founder, Broker Owner, and REALTOR® at Property Cape Cod Real Estate. Tia brings over two decades of experience in one of North America's most coveted locations—Cape Cod.In this episode, Tia shares her extensive knowledge of operatin…
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Effectively Manage Hidden Seller Expectations for Better Sales: Real Estate Insights with Ben Brady
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In this revealing episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady shares his unique perspective as a third party in real estate transactions, highlighting his ability to unearth the hidden expectations of sellers. Ben discusses the common scenario where seasoned Realtors might struggle with sellers who have hidden pricing expectations. He explores h…
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How Top Agents Use Purpose to Drive Success: A Transformative Conversation with Jim Haley
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In this transformative episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady is joined by Jim Haley, President of Signature Impact Coaching, who has a proven track record of guiding business owners to surpass their professional and personal goals. Today, Jim brings his expertise to the real estate sector, having notably assisted one of our top agents, Dre…
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Real Estate Digital Marketing: Growing Dominance of Social Media Over Traditional Search Engines
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In this thought-provoking episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady is joined by Chris Cochran, Director of Marketing for Harcourts Auctions, to delve into a recent Forbes article that explores the evolving landscape of internet and social media usage across different generations. The article, which can be found below, provides a comprehensive…
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Scaling Your Business with Virtual Assistants: The Real Estate Game Changer You Need to Know About
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In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady is joined by Jonathan Bell, Owner and Director of Wingman Group, based in Australia. Jonathan is a pioneer in utilizing virtual assistants to scale businesses, particularly in the property management sector. He shares his journey of growing his property management business from zero to managing…
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Avoid Listing Loss: Winning Techniques for Handling Price Reductions in Real Estate
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Join hosts Ben Brady and Jesse Salas in this special episode of Rethink Real Estate, featuring a webinar that addresses one of the most pressing challenges for real estate agents today: discussing price reductions with clients. With the changing market dynamics, homes are remaining on the market longer, and seller expectations remain high due to pr…
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Innovative Real Estate Practices: Discover Scout Realty’s Secrets to Success with Jonathan Harris
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Join host Ben Brady in this episode of Rethink Real Estate as he engages in a fascinating conversation with Jonathan Harris, CEO of Scout Realty and a prominent member of the Forbes Real Estate Council. Broadcasting from Nashville, Tennessee, Jonathan is renowned for his innovative approach to real estate, consistently thinking outside the box to a…
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Auction Sales in 15 Different States: What June Taught Us About the Real Estate Market
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Join host Ben Brady in this informative episode of Rethink Real Estate as he takes you through a detailed analysis of the past month's real estate auctions conducted across 15 states in the United States. This episode is a crucial part of our monthly series designed to provide transparent and direct insights from our team's experiences in diverse m…
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Secure Your Wealth: How Real Estate Agents Can Achieve Financial Freedom Through Infinite Banking
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In this insightful episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady is joined by Dr. Robert Scranton, the visionary behind YourFinancialIQ.org. Dr. Rob introduces the concept of the 'Infinite Banking System,' a strategic approach to managing and growing wealth through whole life insurance policies. Throughout the discussion, Dr. Rob explains how real…
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Being the Market Differentiator: Lessons Learned from the Startup Sales World with Matt Blethen
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Join host Ben Brady in today’s episode of Rethink Real Estate, where he sits down with the newest member of the Harcourts Auctions team, Matt Blethen. Coming from a robust background in startup and tech sales, Matt recently made a dynamic shift into the real estate industry, joining Harcourts Auctions as an Auction Associate.In this discussion, Mat…
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Awkward to Awesome: Overcoming Socially Awkward Moments in Real Estate with Ty Tashiro
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In this engaging episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady is joined by Ty Tashiro, acclaimed author of 'AWKWARD: The Science of Why We're Socially Awkward and Why That's Awesome' and renowned TED speaker. Ty brings his expertise on social awkwardness to the realm of real estate, a field where interpersonal skills are crucial yet often challen…
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Chris Miller is chair and one of the founding board members of the National Coalition for Community Capital, a 501c3. Among NC3’s goals are to empower ordinary citizens and strengthen local economies through community investment and ownership, with particular attention to wealth-building by non-accredited investors and to underserved populations an…
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For Chris Miller, it’s all about community capital. Chris is chair and one of the founding board members of the National Coalition for Community Capital - or NC3. They are leading the charge to strengthen local economies by empowering ordinary citizens through community investment and ownership. Chris has been working on community, economic, and en…
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Effective Use of Data: Navigating Meta’s Advertising Shifts for Real Estate Agents
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Join host Ben Brady and Chris Cochran, Marketing Director of Harcourts Auctions, in this episode of Rethink Real Estate as they explore the crucial role of data in today’s targeted marketing landscape. This discussion delves into the strategies for acquiring and utilizing data to effectively target prospective clients through platforms like Meta (F…
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Unlocking Financial Success: Financial Blueprint Specifically for Real Estate Agents with NW Premier
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In this vital episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady is joined by Mike Ross and Nathan Ganz of NW Premier - Creative Financial Solutions. Together, they delve into the intricacies of financial planning and tax optimization specifically tailored for real estate professionals, as detailed in their book 'The Financial Blueprint for Real Estate…
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Talent Over Passion: From Scott Galloway's Advice to Real Estate Mastery
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In this insightful episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady delves into a compelling concept from Scott Galloway's latest book, "The Algebra of Wealth." The idea discussed is 'don't follow your passion, follow your talent,' which has resonated deeply with Ben, both personally and professionally, and is something he sees exemplified by the mos…
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Turning Transactions into Clients for Life: The Tool Revolutionizing Post-Sale Real Estate Services
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Join host Ben Brady in this enlightening episode of Rethink Real Estate as he sits down with Jeffrey Revoy, a seasoned entrepreneur and innovator across various industries. Jeff’s latest venture, Joyst, is set to transform how real estate agents engage with their clients long after the sale is closed.In today’s real estate market, the relationship …
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Early in her career, very early, Katie McCamant visited Copenhagen. She was an architecture student studying abroad. In Copenhagen she learned of a new housing model called co-housing -- a small intentional community of private homes clustered around a shared space. Common space usually includes a large kitchen, dining area and other common facilit…
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Kathryn (Katie) McCamant brings the depth and diversity of her 35 years of experience as a developer, architect, and cohousing resident to benefit her clients. Coauthor of Cohousing: A Contemporary Approach to Housing Ourselves, the book that introduced cohousing to North America and the English-speaking world, and more recently, Creating Cohousing…
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May Real Estate Market Review: Real Estate Trends and Auction Insights Revealed
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Join host Ben Brady in this episode of Rethink Real Estate for a comprehensive breakdown of the real estate market in May, with a special focus on the non-distressed auction process. This episode kicks off a new monthly series aimed at providing transparency and detailed insights into the successes, strategies, and challenges faced by Harcourts Auc…
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Embracing Being Misunderstood: The Power of Unconventional Thinking in Business and Real Estate
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In this thought-provoking episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady explores the concept that being misunderstood is often a precursor to making a significant impact. Drawing inspiration from a recent statement by Airbnb's CEO Brian Chesky, Ben discusses the importance of embracing unconventional ideas and the courage to be different in order …
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Why Auction in Waxahachie? Texas Real Estate Insights from Top Dallas Agent Karen Cuskey-Hartman
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In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady is joined by Karen Cuskey-Hartman, a standout real estate agent from Coldwell Banker in Dallas, Texas. Today, they delve into Karen's decision to utilize the non-distressed luxury auction process for one of the most unique properties on the market. Karen shares her strategic thinking behind cho…
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How Will the NAR Settlement Change Real Estate? Insight & Foresight with Bob Wolff
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In this enlightening episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady is joined by Bob Wolff, one of the top real estate agents not only in the nation but globally. The focus of today's discussion is the National Association of Realtors (NAR) lawsuit settlement, a pivotal event with significant implications for real estate professionals everywhere.Bo…
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As mayor of Salt Lake County a decade ago, Ben McAdams was frustrated that there wasn’t $500,000 in a $1.3 billion annual budget for a promising early childhood education program. Not one to permit defeat, he decided to map the value of the city’s underutilized real estate. And that yielded an impressive number: All of a sudden the city had $45 bil…
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Former U.S. Congressman Ben McAdams is the founder and CEO of the Common Ground Institute, an organization supporting jurisdictions working to create revenue and other public benefits from government-owned real estate through public-private partnerships. He is also a Senior Fellow for the Government Finance Officers Association, where he leads the …
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Leveraging Shorts & Reels as Ads to Grow Your Real Estate Clientele
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Join host Ben Brady in this insightful episode of Rethink Real Estate as he sits down with Chris Cochran, Director of Marketing for Harcourts Auctions. In today’s discussion, Ben and Chris explore the recent shift in digital advertising towards more unpolished, organic-looking ads, which are resonating strongly with audiences and driving significan…
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Break Free from Zillow Leads: Owning Your Lead Generation System with Eric Preston
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In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady welcomes Eric Preston, a former real estate agent who has transitioned into a skilled digital marketer. Today, they delve into an essential topic for any real estate professional: lead generation. Moving away from the common practice of purchasing leads from platforms like Zillow, Eric advocate…
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How to Capture 200 Leads with One Brilliant Listing Marketing Campaign with Rachael Ashley
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This exciting episode of Rethink Real Estate Ben Brady sits down with Rachael Ashley, a fast-rising star in the Orange County real estate scene from Harcourts Prime Properties - Monarch Beach. Rachael has quickly built a formidable repeat and referral business, and today's discussion focuses on her highly successful marketing campaign for a recent …
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Breaking into a New Market: Insights of a Coast-to-Coast Relocation Journey with Tara Morawski
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Ben Brady sits down with Tara Morawski, the Broker and Owner of Harcourts Carolinas, to explore her incredible journey of relocating her real estate business from Orange County, California, to the East Coast of the United States in Columbia, South Carolina. Tara's story is a testament to the power of prioritizing family and personal needs, even if …
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This is a long one. But I couldn’t help myself. You’ll soon see why. Enrique Penalosa is an exuberant lover of cities. Equitable cities. He served as Mayor of Bogota, Colombia not once, but twice, profoundly transforming his city from one with no self-esteem into an international model. As Mayor, Enrique launched TransMilenio, a bus mass transit sy…
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