Mission Forge

The Flock conversation is very important. It never feels right when we think something is being taken from us. However, we give so much away willingly, free of charge, and with consent. Should we spend time thinking about our data and modify our behavior?

New Virginia laws from 2025 have made their way into real estate forms published by Virginia Realtors and the Real Estate Information Network, better known as REIN. The changes are few in number but still important for you to be versed on. Please listen in for a quick overview of the form changes.

What are the basics of a septic system? Does the septic system have anything to do with the size of a house? Can you put a septic system anywhere on the land that you want to? Are there any laws regarding septic systems and their inspections?

This simple and free system can make you more productive and save you as much as 5 weeks in the upcoming year. By controlling the way you interact with incoming messages you can vastly reduce time wasted thus creating gold or other treasured things in your life.

This is a very good 'basics' coverage of what the home inspection process will be like and how you as an agent can get the most out of the situation for your client. It involves a lot of communication, remaining focused on the best interest of the client, and ample time to read discover and request. This episode is good for first time agents, experienced agents who want to go back to the well, and even buyers who can learn a little bit more about the value a strong buyer agent brings to the process of purchasing a home.

There are no show notes for this one. It was a representation of the organic redevelopment of my answer the question why are you in business.

Insider tips for buyers who want to look at homes preceeded by a quick overview of the settlement landscape. 
1. Proceed to look at open houses 
2. Call the listing agent 
3. Proceed unrepresented 
4. Work with the agent that you already have a relationship with. This will probably represent the majority of consumers 
5. Locate and utilize a showing service. 
6. Interview potential buyer's agents and try to select one who best fits with your personality and also displays the ability to deliver good service.

On July 1st new laws took effect in the state of Virginia some of them impacting the world of real estate and the forms that we use. Please enjoy this summary of those changes.

In thIs podcast I dig into the reasons why lis ing agents and sellers offer different cooperative commissions. My advice is that listing agents should stay focused on advising the seller what commission rate or flat fee will get the job done depending on the current market conditions. Listing agents should avoid making decisions and giving advice to sellers based on duties to buyer's agents and reactions of others in the industry. Losing focus of the best interest of the seller by focusing on what others may think could be an example of undisclosed dual agency.

I had the chance to walk through a forest near Luray, VA that had recently been burned in a fire. I was left with so many thoughts of comparison to our industry of real estate which feels as though it's on fire right now. Please listen and share.