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NAR NXT | Board of Directors Special Report

By Breanna Vanstrom posted 10 days ago
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Missouri REALTORS ® : The NAR NXT conference recently concluded in Anaheim, CA. The theme for this year’s event was “Own the Moment.” Throughout the week, several Missouri REALTORS ® were either recognized for their contributions to the real estate industry or served as event presenters. We’re extremely proud of the following individuals! Jennifer Langston-Justus was honored as Missouri’s 2023 REALTOR ® of the Year during Thursday’s General Session! John Mayfield presented “20 Team Meeting Ideas in 20 Minutes.” Focused on delivering creative and innovative meetings to REALTOR ® teams, this session highlighted how fun and exciting it can be ...
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Winter Wins: Strategies for REALTOR® Success

By Missouri REALTORS posted 15 days ago
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As REALTORS ® , it's common to associate the winter season with a slowdown in the industry. However, instead of waiting for the spring thaw, this winter presents a unique chance to distinguish yourself from the rest of the competition. Here are five different strategies aimed at maximizing the winter season, establishing connections with clients, and ensuring the prosperity of your business throughout the colder months. Winter Curb Appeal: While gardens may not be in full bloom and the sun may set early, there's a unique charm to winter curb appeal. Encourage your sellers to embrace the season by keeping walkways clear of snow and ice, decorating ...
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Leadership Spotlight: Kalan Hubbard

By Missouri REALTORS posted 15 days ago
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Missouri REALTORS ® are so much more than just real estate professionals. They dedicate their time to serving on school boards and running for elected positions. They educate, serve on panels, volunteer and facilitate industry discussions. Their philanthropic efforts are inspiring, and the difference they are making within their communities is significant. Our Leadership Spotlight series highlights these efforts and introduces some of our wonderful members. This month, we are shining the Leadership Spotlight on Kalan Hubbard. Kalan Hubbard, a REALTOR ® with Hubbard Realty Group, serves the Joplin community. As an outstanding real estate professional and esteemed ...
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Include Everyone with a Legal Stake in the Property in the Negotiations

By Lisa Scoble posted 16 days ago
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It may be easier to only deal with one person, but it is imperative to ensure everyone with a legal stake in the property is included in the negotiations. Learn from this broker’s situation how good communication could have helped them avoid legal action. Situation A real estate broker listed a commercial property on behalf of its owner, who planned to relocate his manufacturing business across town to accommodate future growth. Several months went by before a buyer emerged and submitted an offer through his own broker. After extensive negotiations, the parties decided to move forward and enter into a contractual agreement. Problem The property owner ...
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Columbia, Missouri Recognized as the Top City for Real Estate Investment in the Next Decade

By Missouri REALTORS posted 10-27-2023
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Situated in the heart of Missouri, Columbia has long been an excellent city, renowned for its college sports and bustling downtown scene, making it a magnet for prospective homeowners. Safe to say that the Missouri REALTORS® headquarters is located in Columbia for good reason! A recent accolade has now catapulted Columbia to the forefront of real estate desirability. According to a recent Yahoo Finance article , Columbia, Missouri has been named the number one most attractive city to purchase real estate in the coming decade. Let's dive into the numbers behind this recognition and what it means for homeowners and investors in Columbia. March 2023 ...
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Avoid the Pitfalls of Acting Outside Your Area of Expertise

By Lisa Scoble posted 10-23-2023
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Selling real-estate owned (REO) residential properties can be a tricky business. As an agent, and as a brokerage, it's important to decide whether you want to take on that additional risk. Situation A bank hired an agent to list and sell an REO residential property after the homeowners defaulted on their mortgage and lost it through foreclosure. The agreement required the agent to ensure the property was habitable and properly maintained. However, facing a challenging economy and a lack of qualified buyers, the bank decided to lease the property for a year with the hope that the local real estate market would recover quickly. Shortly thereafter, the ...
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November is National Career Development Month

By Missouri REALTORS posted 10-19-2023
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Professional development is a cornerstone of success in the ever-evolving world of real estate. And here at Missouri REALTORS ® , leading in professional excellence is a pillar of our mission statement. This November, we are celebrating National Career Development month, as well as NAR’s Designation Awareness Month. At the local, state and national level, REALTOR ® Associations offer a wide array of professional development opportunities. Interested in getting started and enhancing your professional growth? Here's how to begin: 1. The 2023 President’s Challenge - Extended deadline! Have you completed the Missouri REALTORS ® President’s Challenge? ...
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Leadership Spotlight: Megan Muñoz

By Missouri REALTORS posted 10-12-2023
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Missouri REALTORS ® are so much more than just real estate professionals. They dedicate their time to serving on school boards and running for elected positions. They educate, serve on panels, volunteer and facilitate industry discussions. Their philanthropic efforts are inspiring, and the difference they are making within their communities is significant. Our Leadership Spotlight series highlights these efforts and introduces some of our wonderful members. This month, we are shining the Leadership Spotlight on Megan Muñoz. Megan Muñoz, a REALTOR ® at RE/MAX Results in St. Louis, MO, stands out as a top-notch REALTOR ® and distinguished leader in ...
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President’s Blog | 2023 Fall Business Conference Recap

By Andrea Sheridan posted 10-02-2023
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Missouri REALTORS ® , We recently wrapped up another fantastic Fall Business Conference, and I’m excited to share highlights with you! The week officially began on Tuesday with governance meetings and educational opportunities. That afternoon, members participated in the Opening General Session, where they heard from Missourians for Fair Governance (MFG) grassroots Chairman Matt Becker and President-Elect Derek Schriewer. Discussion revolved around protecting the citizen initiative process and MFG’s role in responding to any 2024 legislative efforts to weaken the rights of citizens and protect majority rule. For questions related to the citizen’s initiative ...
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Must-Have Mobile Apps

By Missouri REALTORS posted 09-28-2023
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In today's competitive real estate market, it is of the utmost importance to stay on the cutting edge of all the latest, groundbreaking technology at your disposal. The digital era has ushered in a wealth of mobile applications poised to elevate your personal and professional game. At the 2023 Fall Business Conference, we met at an “Appy Hour” to discuss the various mobile apps we have on our phones and how they impact our business as real estate professionals. Together, we curated a list of essential apps, each addressing distinct facets of a Missouri REALTOR ® 's daily life, encompassing safety, content creation, fitness, and mental well-being. These applications ...
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Leadership Spotlight: Tony Conant

By Missouri REALTORS posted 09-28-2023
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Missouri REALTORS ® are so much more than just real estate professionals. They dedicate their time to serving on school boards and running for elected positions. They educate, serve on panels, volunteer and facilitate industry discussions. Their philanthropic efforts are inspiring, and the difference they are making within their communities is significant. Our Leadership Spotlight series highlights these efforts and introduces some of our wonderful members. This month, we are shining the Leadership Spotlight on Tony Conant. Tony Conant, a REALTOR ® at Keller Williams in Lee's Summit, MO, is undoubtedly committed to the American Dream of Homeownership. He ...
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Reviewing and Discussing Current Agreements in Place Before Executing a Contract

By Lisa Scoble posted 09-13-2023
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Current agreements are an extremely important piece of information to review and discuss prior to executing a contract. This agent learns a hard lesson about current agreements firsthand in this scenario. Situation An absentee owner of residential property entered into a listing agreement with a real estate agent knowing his employer was planning to transfer him to another state. With excellent tenants living in the home, both the agent and owner believed that it would be attractive to potential investors. The tenants were then given notice that buyers could be entering the home and that ownership could change hands. Soon afterward, a couple viewed the ...
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Announcing 2024 O2 Leadership for Missouri REALTORS®!

By Missouri REALTORS posted 09-01-2023
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Missouri REALTORS ® ,  We are excited to announce 2024 Leadership for Missouri REALTORS ® , including committee leadership and output group chairs and vice chairs. This amazing collective of individuals is focused on providing essential resources to continue advancing the role of REALTORS ® in real estate transactions as we serve our Missouri consumers and ultimately safeguard Missouri real property rights. We are committed to ensuring our Association is a great source for essential business resources while defending the American Dream of Homeownership. As your 2024 President, I am excited to work with these dedicated members to ensure the products ...
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Leadership Spotlight: Antwann Rhodes

By Missouri REALTORS posted 08-21-2023
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Missouri REALTORS ® are so much more than just real estate professionals. They dedicate their time to serving on school boards and running for elected positions. They educate, serve on panels, volunteer and facilitate industry discussions. Their philanthropic efforts are inspiring, and the difference they are making within their communities is significant. Our Leadership Spotlight series highlights these efforts and introduces some of our wonderful members. This month, we are shining the Leadership Spotlight on Antwann Rhodes. Antwann Rhodes, a dedicated REALTOR ® with Eagle Realty Group & Associates in St. Robert, MO, showcases his unwavering dedication ...
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September is REALTOR® Safety Month

By Missouri REALTORS posted 08-21-2023
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September is recognized as REALTOR ® Safety Month, a time to come together to raise awareness about the potential risks and challenges REALTORS ® face while serving clients. With open houses, property showings and meeting unfamiliar individuals, it's imperative for real estate agents to prioritize their personal safety. With the tips below, Missouri REALTORS ® can equip themselves with strategies and best practices to ensure their safety and wellbeing while performing their professional duties. Pre-Screen Clients: Before meeting clients in person, conduct thorough background checks and gather essential information about them. This can help identify ...
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Never Assume—It Can Only Increase Exposure to You and Your Firm

By Lisa Scoble posted 08-15-2023
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You know what they say about assuming: it only creates problems. This is true in both your personal and professional life. Never assume that the buyers know something because it could lead to expensive claims and a damaged reputation. Situation A real estate agent was given the opportunity to list and sell a historic residence situated on a tourist road that linked the town center and an interstate highway. The property was surrounded by fields of wildflowers and picturesque views of a lake and mountain range. Once the home was advertised in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), it garnered tremendous interest but no serious offers. However, the property ...
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President’s Blog | Looking Ahead to the 2023 Fall Business Conference!

By Andrea Sheridan posted 08-14-2023
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Missouri REALTORS ® , The Fall Business Conference is quickly approaching and I’d like to personally invite you to join me, September 19-21, in Springfield. With a fantastic lineup of speakers and networking opportunities, it will be a great time! We will get the week started on Monday with Missouri Ag Law and Foreign Ownership of Land , The Hot Topic in Real Estate: 1031 Exchanges , and At Home With Diversity ® . Tuesday will begin with a diverse offering of educational opportunities, including Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing and AI: Harnessing the Good, Confronting the Bad, and Defending Against Cyber Dangers in Real Estate . Throughout ...
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President’s Blog | Recapping the Show-Me Emerging Issues Real Estate Summit

By Missouri REALTORS posted 07-24-2023
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Missouri REALTORS ® , It was great to see you at the recent Show-Me Emerging Issues Real Estate Summit, July 16-18, at the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks! The Summit, featuring NAR’s Riding with the Brand, launched Sunday with Pricing is Paramount, an RRC Designation Course led by instructor Kim Cameron. Throughout this course, participants were provided techniques to creatively price properties while also navigating consumer pricing objections. That evening, attendees gathered for a welcome reception to reconnect with peers from across the state in anticipation for the upcoming festivities. Monday kicked off with Future Proof Your Business in 2023 and Beyond ...
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Leadership Spotlight | Shelly O'Bryan

By Missouri REALTORS posted 07-24-2023
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Missouri REALTORS ® are so much more than just real estate professionals. They dedicate their time to serving on school boards and running for elected positions. They educate, serve on panels, volunteer and facilitate industry discussions. Their philanthropic efforts are inspiring, and the difference they are making within their communities is significant. Our Leadership Spotlight series highlights these efforts and introduces some of our wonderful members. This month, we are shining the Leadership Spotlight on Shelly O’Bryan. Shelly O’Bryan, a REALTOR ® with Simply Realty LLC from Marshall, MO, demonstrates her commitment to the American Dream of Homeownership ...
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Reporting a Lawsuit or Claim in a Timely Manner

By Lisa Scoble posted 07-19-2023
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It is imperative to immediately report a lawsuit or claim to comply with your insurance carrier. Any delay could jeopardize coverage and defense for your company. Situation Following the closure of escrow on a residential property, a real estate broker and his agent were both sued by the buyers. The buyers sued the broker and agent for allegedly failing to provide the required Seller's Property Disclosure Statement. Both the broker and agent were adamant that they were incompliance and would have been able to provide documentary evidence that the statement was provided to the buyers' agent. The evidence included a facsimile transmission of a cover letter ...
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