Damage Control

Damage Control

By Anthony Angelillo and Melinda GrimaldiBusinessEntrepreneurship
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Damage Control episodes

  • Ep. 31: Recent Changes in Lending Guidelines & The Real Deal on Closing Statements

    The FHFA last week announced the maximum conforming loan limits for mortgages to INCREASE! Ā Ā Ā 

    Learn about how this impacts your deals. Ā We will also have been requested to cover closing statements so ask and you shall receive! Ā 

    Listen this episode to learn: Ā 

    • Ā Biggest advantages of updated lending guidelinesĀ 
    • Ā How to handle Closing Statements - What is an ALTA Statement, HUD, Seller CD, Borrower CD. Ā 
    • Ā When do you useĀ 
    • Ā which one and how do you read one?Ā 
    • Ā What to know and look out for, and much more…
    • 43 min
    • Ep. 30: Tips on becoming a luxury agent

      We know becoming a luxury agent is no easy taskšŸ¤”. It requires a huge personal effort, whether you have hundreds of successfully closed deals, or just planning to get a license. Ā 

      In addition, now businesses have been forced to go digital šŸ‘©ā€šŸ’»šŸ‘Øā€šŸ’», which makes things much more complicated. Ā 

      So where to begin if you want to pursue something more than being a real estate agentā“ Ā 

      We’ve invited to our next ā€œDamage Controlā€ episode - Sarah Desamours, to break down what she’s learned from selling high-end, luxury listings šŸ˜Ž. Ā 

      Sarah considers herself not only a Realtor but an advisor who goes above and beyond for each client regardless of the price point. Success and confidence come from her repeated practice. Ā 

      Weā€˜re confident this episode will help you make your next year unforgettable and more profitablešŸ’ø.

      1 hr 9 min
    • Ep. 29: Knowing Your Numbers

      The most exciting months are ahead of you.Ā 

      They bring a lot of planning, calculating, and strategizing šŸ“ˆšŸ“‰ - all of which be summed up into one crucial question: Ā Ā 

      • Am I Doing it Rightā“ Ā Ā 
      • So...Are Youā“ Ā Ā 
      • Let's get a little context for just how significant knowing your numbers šŸ“Š are. Ā Ā It means knowing your real estate business and is critical to making the right decisions.    🧐 Numbers reveal strengths and weaknesses, performance trends, break-even points, and other intelligence for decision-making and problem-solving. Ā Ā Ā 

        So… Do you know your numbersā“Ā 

        Will you grow next yearā“ OrĀ 

        Do you need to change the strategy to meet your desired goalā“ Ā Ā 


        Ok. Breathe in. Breathe out. We got you!šŸ˜€ ā€œDamage Controlā€ Episode 29, where for the first time ever - we broke down the numbers for an agent that is on the show that is willing to share! Ā Ā 

        BONUS: To all our attendees we will provide a worksheet to help work out your numbers!

        57 min
      • Ep. 28: The Power Of Intake

        Asking the right questions upfront will not only save you time but will make you look like a pro and get your deals closed! Ā Ā 

        In this podcast we are covering:Ā 

        šŸ‘‰ The importance of a strong intake during the sales process,Ā 

        šŸ‘‰ The house-hunting process,Ā 

        šŸ‘‰ And the right questions to ask so that you have a smooth closing. Ā Ā 

        Proper intake during the sales process can help you better handle objections and close the client. Ā Ā 

        Strong intake for the house-hunting process will help you find the client's dream home quicker and be more productive Ā Ā 

        šŸ˜Ž The right intake for the closing process will help predict and prevent closing landmines that can blow up or delay your deal!

        1 hr
      • Ep. 27: Reviewing DUs and Offers Like a Top Producer PART 2

        The secret weapon behind the success of Top Producer Real Estate Listing Agents is here! Ā 

        Listen to this recording of our LIVE Webinar to learn from leaders who are paving the way for Top Agents in Real Estate. Ā 

        This is the 2nd part of the desktop underwritings (DUs) šŸ“‘ and offers topic, where Melinda and Anthony will review how to better understand them AND how to review them like a šŸ˜Ž Top Producer Agent. Ā 

        What you will learn:Ā 

        šŸ“Œ How do DUs workĀ 

        šŸ“Œ How to review an offer for your listingĀ 

        šŸ“Œ Best practices from Top Producers

        54 min
      • Ep. 26: 5 Things I've learned as a Real Estate Broker to be successful

        It's funny how the things we used to consider crucial for a successful real estate business turned out to be complete BS 😫.  

        And even funnier, how we were completely ignoring the pieces of the puzzle that together made the conversion rate go from good to jaw-dropping šŸŽ¢. Ā 

        Don't make the same mistakes we did, since it will cost you money šŸ’ø, but more importantly time ā°. Ā 

        That’s why for the first time ever Brandy Whitford, Anthony Angelillo, and Melinda Grimaldi join forces to present you a special live webinar. Ā 

        What is it aboutā“ Ā 

        šŸ‘‰We will share with you the top takeaways Brandy has learned as a Real Estate Broker that agents need to focus on to have a successful business. Ā 

        Listen to this now to get the best strategies and advice on having a successful real estate business.

        57 min
      • Ep. 25: Reviewing DUs and Offers Like a Top Producer

        Ever wondered what are the secret šŸ‘€ weapons behind the success of Top Producer Real Estate Listing Agents? Ā 

        Listen to our Webinar because we’re going to get into the nuts and bolts of desktop underwritings (DUs) šŸ“‘ and offers, why they matter, how to better understand them AND most importantly how to review them like a šŸ˜Ž Top Producer Agent. Ā 

        What you will learn:Ā 

        šŸ“Œ How do DUs workĀ 

        šŸ“Œ How to review an offer for your listingĀ 

        šŸ“Œ Best practices from Top ProducersĀ 

        šŸŽ Make sure to stick around until the very end as we are giving away something special!

        57 min
      • Ep. 24: Why are deals blowing up in your face

        Have you ever found yourself in one of these situationsā“ Ā 

        - Have your deals fallen apart after clients picked the lender or title company?Ā 

        - Has your client’s title company been rude or relationships with it resulted in a bad experience?Ā 

        - Has your client’s lender said they were pre-approved when really they can’t afford a snickers bar?Ā 

        - Or have you had a closed client, but it was a very rocky road for him/her? What could you have done differently? Ā 

        A buyer does not remember their lender, lawyer, or inspector. They will always remember their Realtor. Ā Ā 

        If you’ve ticked one of the boxes above with ''Hell Yes'', then our upcoming webinar is for you. Ā 

        You can try to find a way out yourself and waste (a lot of) money down the line, OR you can take it from the people who have their own skin in the game - Anthony Angelillo & Melinda Grimaldi.

        57 min
      • Ep. 23: The Profitability of Influence

        Influencer marketing grew to a $5-10 billion dollar industry. Ā 

        • Ā But does influencer marketing really work for all businesses?Ā 
        • Ā How many followers does it take to become a profitable influencer?Ā 
        • Ā Is it more social than media?Ā 
        • Ā Should you be focusing on brand awareness OR lead generation?Ā 
        • Ā What makes a quality influencer? Ā 
        • Neal Oates joined us for the LIVE session and all those questions were answered!

          1 hr
        • Ep. 22: Grow Your Business on LinkedIn

          Did you know LinkedIn conversion rate is 227 times higher than Facebook? šŸ“¢ Join us on July 30th at 11 am EST for a discussion with Gabriela Aparicio, International Real Estate Agent, Owner at eXp Realty & LinkedIn lead gen expert. Ā 

          We'll cover:Ā 

          āœ…How to grow your business using LinkedInĀ 

          āœ…How to build connections and organically get FREE leads through this platform. Ā 

          Don't miss out on the great session!

          48 min

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        Damage control is a weekly series where Melinda and Anthony bring you solutions to help grow your real estate business.