Tom Ferry and Jimmy Mackin break down the three biggest stories shaping the real estate market right now, and what smart agents should be doing about them.

First up: the $2B expired listing jump-ball happening January 1. Why it matters, what’s working right now, and the playbook top agents are already using to turn expireds into listings…without sounding like every other salesperson in their market.

Then, they unpack the new class action lawsuit against Zillow. The allegations, the fallout, and what it signals about lead flow, mortgage quotas, and the future of referral-based business.

Finally, they take a clear-eyed look at the 50-year mortgage. Good idea or long-term trap? They dig into the math, the psychology, and the surprising equity edge that early buyers might have over renters who wait.

This is a tactical, high-signal episode for agents who want to grow their business by understanding the trends and turning it into appointments.

🎧 This is Episode 14 of Growth Mode, the weekly podcast for agents, marketers, and business owners who want to move faster, think bigger, and grow on purpose.

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Tom Ferry

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