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Episode 139: Preparing Buyers For The Spring Real Estate Market

Alright BusBenchBabes, it’s almost here. The spring market. Many potential homebuyers chose to sit out during 2023 due to the high interest rates. The large number of homeowners sitting on historically low rates also had a dramatic effect on home sales due to the relatively low available inventory throughout the year. We were faced with a kind of stalemate. But with rates creeping down in 2024 we are starting to see things pick up already. 

 

Our first listing at The BPR Experience went into multiple offers, and we are expecting to see a busy spring and summer. This week on the podcast we are sharing 5 things you need to know if you’re thinking about buying a house this year, or if you are a Realtor working with buyers, things your clients need to know. We are sharing our top tips to help prepare you to successfully navigate the spring market. Let’s dive in!

Episode 138: Preparing For A Busy Spring Real Estate Market

Here in Minnesota it doesn’t feel like the spring real estate market is right around the corner, but the Super Bowl is kind of the unofficial kickoff to the spring market and that’s just a couple weeks away. With interest rates coming down a little bit, the buyer demand is starting to increase, and before you know it we will be in full swing of the busy season. Before we reach the busiest time of the year it’s important to make sure you’ve got processes in place and your life dialed in so that you don’t come skidding into the end of 2024 looking like you’ve been through the ringer. 

 

What does that look like? It could be setting a good morning routine, making sure you have “you” time scheduled, and prioritizing ways to fill your own cup. As for your business it could be making sure you’ve got client events planned, looking to outsource some tasks so you can free up more time, updating your website and so many other behind the scenes details that tend to go to the back burner when you’re busy closing deals. This week Beth is going to cover all the things you should make sure to plan while you’ve got time so you have the best year that you can personally and professionally. Let’s dive in! 

Episode 137: Goal and Intention Setting in 2024

It’s the time of year where it seems like everyone is talking about resolutions, intentions and what’s ahead in 2024. New Year, new you, right? But what if you already like you the way you are? You don’t have to throw out everything about yourself just because you threw out last year's calendar and planner. The new year can be about growth, and learning, and planning and you don’t have to throw out anything. Instead, how about adding to how amazing you already are and ditching the things that no longer serve you? 

 

This week we are chatting all about goals and intentions for 2024, and how you can decide what those are going to be. The new year is a great time to reflect on who we are, who we've been in the last year, what we are proud of, what served us most and what didn’t. You’ll never know how far you’ve come unless you look back once in a while, right? Don’t forget to grab the tissues, this one gets a little emotional, and get ready for one of our favorite shows of the year!  Let’s dive in!

Episode 136: Our Favorite Shows of 2023

Happy New Year to everyone! This year was full of progress and growth for all of us on the podcast and the BPR Experience and we are excited for what 2024 has in store for us. We hope the start of this new year finds you well and it is full of good things for all of you. We are grateful for everyone that tunes in to listen each week. So thank you all! 

 

We always have fun doing this show and taking a minute to look back on the year that’s past. This week we are doing our year in review and going over our favorite shows, and playing highlights from each show. In case you missed them, be sure to go back and check them out! Let’s dive in!

Episode 135: Sharing Christmas Memories and Traditions

We love this time of year and we absolutely love doing this episode and reminiscing about Christmases past, and talking about our favorite traditions. It brings up all the feels and we never get tired of doing it. We are so excited to celebrate, and we are wishing you all a wonderful Christmas, and a Happy New Year this year. Let’s dive in!

Episode 134: Navigating Uncertainty In The Real Estate Market

As we dive into the heart of the holiday season, we understand that it's easy to feel overwhelmed and perhaps a bit disheartened if the year hasn't unfolded as planned. Trust us, you're not alone

In a year that has proven to be more challenging than we've seen in a while, over 100,000 Realtors have made the tough decision to turn in their licenses. We are all out there competing for less business, and there is still a lot of uncertainty in the market, the rates are still high, and things just seem to be kind of stuck. This market hasn’t necessarily been easy to navigate, but it also won’t last forever.

If you are considering throwing in the towel and trying another career path, this episode is for you. Let’s dive in.

Episode 133: Signs You Should Consider Switching Real Estate Teams

As the end of the year approaches, maybe things aren’t where you want them to be with your business, and maybe you are feeling like a change is on the horizon. We feel you. The market right now isn’t bad, but it’s challenging for sure, and if you haven’t been in the business a long time you might not be feeling sure of what to do. If you are on a team and not feeling like you are getting the support you need, or maybe not getting the education or help in building your own business it’s possible a change is the right thing to consider right now. The end of the year is a great time for a fresh start, and if you aren’t busy right now it’s also a great time for change because it’s hard to switch things up when business is busy. We are going to dive into some of the signs that maybe it’s time to consider switching real estate teams. Let’s dive in!

Episode 132: How To Beat Overwhelm During The Holidays

The holiday season is in full swing and while it can be filled with magic and cheer, we know it can also be a source of stress for many people. Whether it be family gatherings, parties with friends, work related invites, or the end of year rush at work, there can be so many things to increase the pressure we feel to be everything for everyone. This week we are going to explore setting boundaries and how to gracefully decline commitments without feeling guilty. Join us as we share valuable insights on reclaiming control of your schedule, ensuring a more relaxed and joyful holiday experience. Say goodbye to overwhelm and hello to a more intentional and fulfilling celebration. Let’s dive in!

Episode 131: Thanksgiving Gratitude

We can’t even believe it, but it’s already that time of year again! It’s Thanksgiving week, and once again this year we have so, so much to be thankful for. We are going to share some of the many things in our personal and professional lives that we are thankful for this year, and we even have listeners calling in and sharing what they are grateful for as well. We love this time of year, and this is a super fun feel good episode to accompany you while you are getting ready for the big day. Happy Thanksgiving!

Episode 130: Rewind: Connecting With Customers Over The Holidays

Did someone press rewind? Get ready for our very first rewind episode because the first one was that good. On Episode 85 last year we shared how to connect with clients over the holidays and this year we are focusing on the same things The holidays are a fantastic time to connect with clients in a non-salesy way. There are many reasons to reach out and get together that have absolutely nothing to do with real estate or selling, and it can help you put yourself front of mind heading into the New Year. Instead of checking out you can actually have fun and continue to move your business forward. We all want a paycheck in January and this episode will give you the tips you need to serve your clients at the highest level this holiday season, and guess what? They might even be a little easier than you think. Let's dive in!