The typical coaching approach in our industry is to focus only on techniques and tactics, not behavior and emotional intelligence. Why is mindset an important part of becoming successful? How do we unlock real change in our businesses and lives? How do we fit our careers into the rest of our lives in a healthy […]
When it comes to buying a home, whether it is your first time or your fifth, it is always important to know all the facts. With the large number of mortgage programs available that allow buyers to purchase homes with down payments below 20%, you can never have too much information about Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI). […]
While we’re often told to strive for balance between our personal and business lives, to be truly successful in the holistic sense, we need to aim for integration. How can we build businesses that allow us to take the time we need to be with our families? How can we manage our time more effectively […]
The results of the 2018 Rental Affordability Report from ATTOM show that buying a median-priced home is more affordable than renting a three-bedroom property in 54% of U.S. counties analyzed for the report. The updated numbers show that renting a three-bedroom property in the United States requires an average of 38.8% of income. The least affordable market for […]
In today’s real estate market, social media is a matter of critical necessity, and if we don’t make it a priority, we risk getting overrun by savvier agents. How do we build a consistent and relevant social media presence around our expertise? How do we balance between work-related and persona content? On this episode, I’m […]
In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homes greatly outnumbers the number of homes for sale. This has led to a competitive marketplace where buyers often need to stand out. One way to show you are serious about buying your dream home is to get pre-qualified or pre-approved for a […]
Successful businesses require great management, so it’s up to us as business owners to provide the right leadership. How can we better prepare ourselves for leadership roles, and what do we do when our plans fall through? Is it possible to be a great leader without sacrificing our personal time? On this episode, podcaster, serial […]
In this extremely hot real estate market, some homeowners might consider selling their homes on their own which is known as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO). They rationalize that they don’t need a real estate agent and believe that they can save the fee for the services a real estate agent offers. However, a […]
Most successful people in this business will tell you that the road to their achievements has been anything but smooth. There are personal setbacks, hard times, and for many of us, the challenges we experienced in the Crash of 2008. My guest today is no exception. After working in Hollywood, she found her way into […]
As team leaders, we have the opportunity to create great working environments that prioritize balance. How can we take excessive work off our agendas and free up time? Can we create a company culture that values family? How can fostering a more balanced environment ultimately impact our customers? On this episode, founder of The Cooksey […]
We’re a 36 years young mortgage firm where EVERYONE MATTERS. Our goal is not to become the largest company, but the one with the greatest impact. To us, making a daily difference in the lives of our teammates, referral partners and our customers is what makes the work that we do so worthwhile and meaningful.