Rethink Real Estate

In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady sits down with Mitch Peereboom, the CEO of Harcourts Queensland, Australia. Mitch is a top real estate auctioneer who has successfully climbed the ranks in the industry and now leads one of the most influential real estate brands in all of Australia and New Zealand. Today, we explore Mitch's journey to success, his insights on taking risks in business, and how he was able to help clients at scale. As a young leader in the industry, Mitch shares his tips and strategies for achieving intentional success from a young age and being able to standout in any marketplace. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of the most innovative and influential people in today's Australian real estate industry! https://www.harcourtsauctions.com

In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady sits down with Diana Koll, Luxury Real Estate Specialist at Compass. Diana's experience as a fifth-generation San Franciscan has given her a unique perspective on the Bay Area real estate market, which has gone through significant changes in recent years, especially with the technology boom. Diana shares her insights on how she navigates these changes and consistently provides top-notch service to her clients. Join us as we explore Diana's journey in real estate and the valuable lessons she has learned along the way. With her extensive knowledge and expertise, Diana provides invaluable advice on how agents can best serve their clients in today's ever-changing market. Don't miss this episode as Diana shares her insights into being a great agent as well as the San Francisco real estate market! Visit Diana Koll's Website: https://dianakoll.com/ Learn More about Harcourts Auctions : https://www.harcourtsauctions.com

In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady sits down with Anne St. Germain, CPA, a Partner at Level Advisors and a seasoned tax professional. With tax season fast approaching, Anne shares her insights on how real estate agents can set themselves up for success both this tax season and in the future.   Join us as we delve into the world of real estate taxes and discover the essential steps you need to take to maximize your deductions and minimize your tax liability. Anne and Ben discuss the common mistakes agents make when filing their taxes and offer valuable advice on how to stay organized and compliant with IRS regulations. Whether you are a seasoned agent or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable tips and strategies to help you navigate the tax season like a pro.  Please note that the information presented in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as professional tax advice. For your own personal tax advice, please reach out to a l

In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady sits down with Chris Cochran, the Director of Marketing at Harcourts Auctions. As an expert in real estate marketing, Chris shares his insights into the critical differences between marketing yourself as an agent and marketing the properties you are trying to sell. Join us as we dive into the world of real estate marketing and discover the essential steps you need to take to get maximum exposure for your properties. Chris and Ben discuss the common pitfalls agents face when marketing their properties and offer valuable advice on how to differentiate yourself from the competition. Whether you are a seasoned agent or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable tips and strategies to help you achieve real estate success. Don't miss this chance to learn from one of the top marketing experts in the industry! https://www.harcourtsauctions.com

In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady sits down with David Morse, the CEO/Team Leader of Keller Williams Arizona Realty. With his extensive experience in the industry, David provides valuable insights into the key aspects of building a successful real estate team and what agents should be focused on to achieve success.   Listen in as we explore David's views on the future of the real estate industry, the importance of focusing on units instead of dollars, and how to build a thriving real estate business. David shares his tips and strategies for success, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to grow their real estate business or transition into a leadership role. Don't miss your chance to learn from one of the top professionals in the industry!   Be sure to check out David's podcast, Real Talk with David Morse on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts from! https://www.harcourtsauctions.com

In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady sits down with Shannon Mesritz, a seasoned real estate professional who has excelled in a handful of different marketplaces and is the Harcourts Auctions Regional Auction Director for the Bay Area. With his extensive knowledge of the local real estate market, Shannon provides a deep dive into the drastic changes happening in San Francisco and the impact of people leaving the city due to remote work options and recent tech job layoffs.  Join us as we explore the current state of the San Francisco real estate market and learn how Shannon is navigating these challenges to help his agents and sellers make informed decisions. Shannon shares his insights and strategies on how to succeed in a constantly evolving market, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the Bay Area real estate industry. Don't miss your chance to hear from one of the top professionals in the business! Harcourts Auctions

In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady sits down with Justin Brennan, a successful real estate professional who has made a remarkable transition from being a luxury real estate agent in La Jolla, California to creating a thriving real estate development business across the country. With his unique story, Justin sheds light on the diverse paths to success in the real estate industry and how you too can find your niche in this exciting field. Today, we delve into Justin's journey and the challenges he faced along the way. Discover how he was able to overcome these obstacles and build a thriving business, while sharing his insights and strategies for success. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in real estate and the many opportunities it holds, so don't miss your chance to learn from one of the industry's top professionals! Visit Justin Brennan's Website! Learn more about Harcourts Auctions!

In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, host Ben Brady sits down with the dynamic and driven Drew Teicheira. Drew is a young real estate professional who has achieved impressive success in the industry, bringing in 1.2 million dollars in gross commission by the age of 30. He shares his story and insights on the key strategies that have driven his success, including cold calling and offering auction as a method of sale to potential clients. Today, we delve into the obstacles that hold many real estate and business professionals back, and learn how Drew has overcome these challenges to achieve his goals both personally as well as for the office he is currently building in Newport Beach, California. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of the most promising young real estate professionals in the industry! Learn More about Harcourts Auctions

In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, we sit down with Julia Gentry! Julia is a best-selling Author, a captivating Speaker, Growth Coach, and Founder of The Dream Factory & Co. Julia provides a fresh, bold approach to creating greater alignment in this life and encourages a more awakened way to live. She is on a mission to create a massive wake up call that ignites people to live as the Dreamers they are in their faith, family, career, and community.   Today, we discuss some of the main things that are holding real estate and business professionals back when trying to take the next step towards their goals in both business and life. Julia has been helping the Harcourts North America Real Estate team for awhile now and we look forward to her being a frequent guest for our Rethink Real Estate listeners!   Visit Julia Gentry's website Listen to Julia's Podcast on YouTube The Dream Factory & Co YouTube Channel  https://www.harcourtsauctions.com

In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, we sit down with one of the top agents in Orange County and leader of The Green Group, Justin Green. Justin Green is an Orange County native, raised in Dana Point, and currently residing in Laguna Niguel. Justin is a former well-respected and devoted high school teacher who decided after a few years in the education system to switch career paths and pursue real estate. Now almost a decade later, Justin is one of the premier agents in Orange County and continues to help clients fall in love with the same neighborhoods that he has enjoyed for his whole life.   Today, we discuss Justin's switch from teaching to real estate, how his analytical mind made auction a simple choice for him, and his lack of traditional real estate experience giving him an edge in his specific marketplace. There are a lot of gems in this interview so we hope you enjoy and share it with a friend!  Don't forget to hit that like button and subscribe for more episodes!   https://www.har

In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, we sit down with Regional Auction Director for Harcourts Auctions, Jonathan Bass. Jonathan has a cast understanding of business cumulated through his expansive experience in sales and marketing. His impressive resume comprises of management roles in Corporate Risk Mitigation, Real Estate Sales, Mortgage and Finance. Jonathan has been with Harcourts Auctions for over 4 years now and has helped navigate hundreds of real estate transactions.   Today, we discuss how agents are handling this current market that is changing drastically and is already much different than this time last year. We discuss the importance of setting yourself apart, creating competition, as well as the agent mindset early on in 2023.   We hope you enjoy and don't forget to LIKE, FOLLOW, and SUBSCRIBE if you found any value in today's podcast! https://www.harcourtsauctions.com

In this episode, we sit down with Jesse Salas who is a Top Producing Real Estate Agent as well as Business Owner mainly serving San Diego and Riverside County. Jesse is an absolute rockstar in the industry and has more accolades and appearances across national media than one can count. He consistently prides himself on providing the best service possible to each and every one of his clients and it also helps that he consistently gets them the results they are looking for.   Today, we talk with Jesse about his initial hesitations with the auction platform, how he has used auction to get more "at bats" with potential clients, and how he has been able to scale his real estate businesses with this tool.   Business Planning Video Harcourts Auctions

Welcome to the Rethink Real Estate podcast, where we discuss the latest trends and strategies in the industry. Today, we have a special guest, Chris Cochran, Director of Marketing for Harcourts Auctions. Chris brings over a decade of marketing experience from real estate agents, brands, and tech companies, and he's here to share his insights on how to work smarter, not harder, with marketing automation. With technology advancing at a rapid pace, there are more opportunities than ever to automate tasks and free up time for more important activities, like prospecting and community engagement. Join us as we dive deep into the world of marketing automation and discover how it can help you grow your real estate business. For any questions or comments feel free to reach out to us anytime, we'd love to hear from you! Don't forget to like, follow, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!

As an experienced auctioneer in Australia, Jason Scott possesses a broad range of auctioneering and sales experience with knowledge well beyond his years. Honed through over a decade spent as a high-performing sales agent and experience as office Broker/Owner, Jason's unwavering determination qualify him as an exceptional negotiator and someone you want on your team. Jason now leads the Harcourts Auctions team as the Director of Auctions and we are thankful to have someone with his reputation of professionalism and delivery of premium results for his clients. Join us as we sit down with guest expert Jason, who directly oversees thousands of property sales every year, to discuss the latest sales and negotiation strategies for the 2023 real estate market. Whether you're a seasoned agent or new to the industry, this podcast is sure to provide valuable insights and tips for success in the ever-evolving world of real estate as we shift in to a completely different market compared to last year at this exact time. F

In our latest episode of Rethink Real Estate, we sit down with California real estate agent Chad Widtfeldt. Chad made his way into real estate in 2005, where he quickly worked up into becoming an owner of Regency Real Estate Brokers and is now the managing partner of The Green Group and Harcourts Prime Properties Monarch Beach. Over the years, Chad has participated in over $1,000,000,000 in sales while helping over 1,000 families with their real estate goals and needs. Chad is an expert in his local area but he wasn't able to fully unlock his real estate potential until he started to think about his team's real estate transactions a little differently. Since then, he has seen a 1900% increase in his real estate business.   Don't forget to subscribe and follow us as we release new episodes of Rethink Real Estate every Monday & Friday with special bonus episodes like this one in between!   For more information on Harcourts Auctions feel free to visit https://www.harcourtsauctions.com

Elevate your real estate business in 2023 with our comprehensive business planning excel file. Designed for real estate professionals, this free tool helps you outline your business plan, set and track your income goals, and manage your prospecting and farm area. With the ability to track actuals throughout the year, you'll have a clear understanding of your progress and any areas that may need adjustment. Whether you're a new agent or a seasoned pro, this excel file is the perfect way to stay organized and on track for success in the coming year. Download now and start planning for your best year yet!   Download the 2023 Real Estate Business Planning Tool for free here: https://info.harcourtsauctions.com/2023-real-estate-business-planning-tool  Jump to a specific section of the video:  00:00 Rethink Real Estate Podcast Intro 03:06 Business Planning Tool Overview 06:15 Business Plan Income Goal 18:22 Prospecting Review 44:20 Farm Area Analysis 52:23 Annual Actuals 56:28 Business Planning T

In today's episode of Rethink Real Estate, we discuss the level of disappointment in some real estate agents' eyes on what they believe was a poor year in 2022. Ben Brady from Harcourts Auctions talks about the importance of understanding and reflecting on the past year and being as aware as possible when it comes to the realistic side of the planning real estate business. He also touches on the ongoing growth pattern that everybody thinks that they can experience within the real estate industry and how indulging into real estate content that isn't as real as the current landscape can affect the planning process. He also talks about the decision of whether or not you want to grow your business or whether or not and how to balancing that decision in the beginning of any planning perspective can actually make sure that you can really hold yourself accountable to the way that you want to be held accountable. Follow Rethink Real Estate for new episodes every Monday & Friday at 5AM PT and special bonus episode

In this episode of Rethink Real Estate, we dive into the world of digital marketing for real estate agents with special guest, Marketing Director for Harcourts Auctions, Chris Cochran. Chris has been helping agents, brokers, and real estate brands position themselves successfully online for over a decade now and we have asked him to be a recurring guest to provide further value to the real estate community. In this episode, we will have a strong emphasis on understanding your target demographic and providing value to your audience, while discussing how to effectively use Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts to connect with potential clients and grow your business. We'll explore the latest trends in digital marketing and provide tips and strategies for creating compelling content that will resonate with your target audience. Whether you're just getting started with social media marketing or looking to up your game, this episode will give you some great insight into what is seeing success online today and will ho

Welcome to our latest episode of Rethink Real Estate. On today's podcast we will be discussing the 2022 real estate and auction statistics every agent should know!   In this video, we will be sharing the key data and trends from the real estate market this year, including information specifically on Harcourts Auctions.   We will be covering topics such as the amount of auctions we conducted across North America, the different levels of interest generated between auctions and traditional real estate methods, as well as the overall performance of the market.   As a real estate agent, it is important to stay informed on the latest trends and data in order to best serve your clients. That's why we've compiled this comprehensive overview of the market that you can download for free here. Feel free to follow and join us every Monday & Friday for new episodes! You won't want to miss out on this essential information for real estate professionals.  Thanks for watching!   Looking for more

We are proud to announce that Rethink Real Estate, the real estate podcast that had real estate professionals across 8 different countries raving, is officially back as well as on YouTube! We look forward to bringing you new content to help your real estate business each and every Monday and Friday at 5AM PT along with bonus episodes thrown in there as well! We look forward to bringing you valuable content that is truly aimed to assist Realtors and Real Estate Agents build better businesses in 2023 and beyond! If this sounds beneficial to you please subscribe so you don't miss an episode! For more information on Harcourts Auctions and how we are helping agents and sellers in North America feel free to visit https://www.harcourtsauctions.com Visit our YouTube Channel & Subscribe at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzzneEMAHR8WOAzz9lUDzFQ