Most people get into real estate in order to make lots of money; most of them fail. On today’s podcast with Toronto-based Realtor Laura Stewart, we discuss what new agents need to succeed: a powerful “why.” Tune in for tips on finding the motivation to make it big in this business. You’ll also get practical advice on mastering industry essentials, including follow-up and marketing.
Listen to today’s show and learn:
- The REC Experience Podcast [2:00]
- “He who has a why can endure any how.” [4:38]
- Advice for real estate agents: find a niche [5:35]
- The pitfalls of sudden success [7:21]
- Laura’s new content-creation company [13:07]
- How Laura and her team help real estate investors [14:30]
- What the Toronto real estate market is like right now [21:00]
- Austin real estate trends [23:11]
- Canadian real estate investments [26:58]
- A contract clause to look out for with new builds [30:13]
- Laura’s advice for new agents [33:00]
- The art and science of real estate follow up [37:40]]
- Why customer service skills are key in real estate [39:30]
- Real estate market predictions [41:30]
- The power of the pivot [46:35]
- Where to learn more about Laura and how to reach out [47:49]
Laura Stewart
Laura Stewart is a Realtor, Podcast co-host and blogger. She is the Vice President of REC Canada & Founder of FTGU Media. After receiving an undergraduate degree from the University of Guelph (Bachelor of Applied Science), Laura moved to Toronto and began working for high-net-worth clients through a personal concierge company that specialized in household needs, design and travel. From there, she continued her passion for the luxury industry and joined the buying team at Holt Renfrew and HBC Corporate offices. Wanting to take her career to the next level, she earned a Master’s degree in Business Administration, specializing in Marketing Communications, from the world-renowned Schulich School of Business. Today, Laura serves as a partner in one of Canada’s top real estate sales organizations, using her marketing background to run a well-known real estate brand.
Related Links and Resources:
- Grow Your Real Estate Profits with Our Agent Success Toolbox
- Take Over $13,000 in Real Estate Courses for Just $97
- Enroll in Pat Hiban’s 6 Weeks to 7 Figures Course
- Connect with Laura Stewart on Instagram
- From the Ground Up Media: Become a Real Estate Celebrity
- FTGU Media on Instagram
- Aaron’s Interview with Jas Takhar
Thank You Rockstars!
It might go without saying, but I’m going to say it anyway: We really value listeners like you. We’re constantly working to improve the show, so why not leave us a review? If you love the content and can’t stand the thought of missing the nuggets our Rockstar guests share every week, please subscribe; it’ll get you instant access to our latest episodes and is the best way to support your favorite real estate podcast. Have questions? Suggestions? Want to say hi? Shoot me a message via Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or Email.
-Aaron Amuchastegui
Apple Podcasts
Google Podcasts
Spotify
Stitcher
RSS