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Lauren & Todd bring you "It's Always Sunny in Colorado", a podcast where we share our best tips & tricks to growing your real estate business by just being YOU. No cold calling, no lead buying, no door knocking, just sharing your life & your business to attract more clients & build relationships. We are a Father & Daughter real estate team in Fort Collins, CO & have built our business solely through social media & investing time into our relationships. We want to share what works to help oth ...
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Juggling work & life is always challenging as a real estate agent but it's not something to ignore! In this episode, we share how we tackle the big issues such as taking care of our health, our loved ones & still running a rockstar business. This episode should help you create new rules for your business that don't hurt your business. You shouldn't…
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Ever wondered how how some real estate agents have reels that go viral? It's not all luck of the draw - there is serious strategy that goes into creating Reels that change your business. In this episode, Lauren is sharing all her secrets to creating viral reels that could skyrocket your reach by 21%. But wait, there's more! This isn't just about cr…
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Discover the secret sauce to magnetizing your dream real estate clients and building a business that thrives on genuine connections. As we share how we went through the process of identifying our ideal clients, you'll grasp the importance of understanding who your ideal client is & what they need from you. By the time you're done listening, you'll …
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Get ready to uncover the secrets of real estate success that can skyrocket your business strategy for 2024! We've just wrapped up our most insightful business planning session ever, and we're here to lay down the game plan that's been a complete game-changer for us. Have you ever wondered why some real estate agents thrive while others barely scrap…
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The holidays should be your time to spend with friends and family and taking a break so you can be refreshed for a busy new year. We have some tips on how to set healthy boundaries, communicate them well with your clients and feel guilt-free for enjoying yourself during the holidays. Grab a coffee or cocktail & join us as we dive in!…
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The holidays are typically slow for real estate agents but that doesn’t mean your business needs to come to a full stop, it just means you need to shift your efforts. The holidays are a perfect time to focus less on real estate & more on the things that matter - but you can do it in a way to stay relevant with your sphere. Grab a coffee or cocktail…
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What is a real estate Ninja? What is the Ninja 9? If you don’t know, this episode is for you! The Ninja 9 is made up of 5 daily habits and 4 weekly habits that make a great Ninja in real estate! We love the Ninja 9 and decided we needed to dedicate an entire episode to all 9 habits. Grab a coffee or cocktail & join us as we dive in!…
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This is Part 3 & our final part of our Rental Property Series where we each share our own journeys of acquiring investment properties. As real estate agents, we know the benefits of investing in real estate and the importance of building your real estate portfolio. It’s equally important to know the ins and outs of owning investment properties so w…
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This episode is Part 2 of our Rental Property Series where we each share our own journeys of acquiring investment properties. This episode is all about the ins and outs of renting and managing our own rental properties. We share our own experiences as a landlords and tips and tricks to managing your rentals! We also share some advice on what NOT to…
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This episode is Part 1 of our Rental Property Series where we each share our own journeys of acquiring investment properties. As real estate agents, we know the benefits of investing in real estate and the importance of building your real estate portfolio. It’s equally important to know the ins and outs of owning investment properties so we can hel…
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There are only 2 more months left in Q4 but that doesn’t mean it’s time to slow down in your business (even if the market has). We are sharing 7 FREE things you can do to get more clients by Christmas - these are things we are doing too! Grab a coffee or cocktail & join us as we dive in!Lauren Galbate & Todd Galbate
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“If you’re not using email templates, you’re doing it wrong.” - Lauren We live by our email templates and have been able to streamline our business practices by using email templates for all different parts of a transaction. If you desire to save yourself more time and have a consistent way of communicating with clients, agents, lenders, etc, this …
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Do you have a strategy when it comes to timing the market to take your listings live? Are you taking into consideration holidays, school breaks, Fed meetings, etc? In this episode, we discuss strategies to avoid the worst weeks to list, how to have that conversation with your clients, etc. Grab a coffee or cocktail & join us as we dive in!…
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We know how tough it has been out there in the real estate market with interest rates on the rise. Join us as we discuss strategies for both buyers and sellers who are facing higher borrowing costs, lower inventory, and less sales. We explore tips that can help buyers secure the best deals right now, setting expectations for sellers and stay up to …
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Let’s talk about home inspection etiquette. There are a lot of difference of opinions when it comes to whether or not Realtors should attend home inspections, if pre-inspections should be performed on listings, how to help guide your clients to come up with a list of repairs for their inspection objection, etc. We discuss our thoughts on home inspe…
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Get ready to level up your social media content game with our latest episode all about timing your social media content! We jump right in to our best tips for timing your social media posts on Instagram & Facebook to get maximum engagement. We’re here to help you make your posts pop and give your followers another reason to double-tap. Grab a coffe…
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In today’s episode, we’re spilling the beans on how to host a successful open house! A successful open house can mean different things depending on your goals such as selling your listing or meeting new buyer clients. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a rookie agent, we tell you our best tips to get the most out of your open houses from marketing st…
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In the real estate business, agents can experience burnout easily due to the 24-7 schedule, tough transactions, and difficult clients. We have always recognized this and we make a big effort to put ourselves in front of the right people so we work with people we like and avoid burnout as much as possible. In this episode, we discuss activities you …
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Aren’t you sick of seeing the same “Just Sold” posts over and over again from your competition? How are you supposed to stand out with your awesome closing posts in such a saturated market? Easy. Stop posting “Just Sold!” and start telling the story. In this episode, we jump right into the issue with doing the same thing that everyone else is doing…
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Which is a better social media strategy? The quality of posts or quantity of posts? Great question! This is a topic a lot of agents seem to have an opinion on and we’re here to tell you what we think is the right answer! Grab a coffee or cocktail & join us as we dive in!Lauren Galbate & Todd Galbate
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Is your marketing plan getting the most eyeballs on your listing? In a market where listings are sitting longer than usual, it’s key to have a solid marketing plan that has a mix of different marketing channels. In this episode, we talk about our plan when we market a listing from Just Listed Postcards to Neighborhood Facebook Groups and so much mo…
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Have you thought about adding a Transaction Coordinator to your business but unsure if it’s really going to add value to your business and your life? We struggled to add a TC for 2 years before making the jump. At the time, we had no work-life balance, we were spending too much time doing paperwork and we we’re getting burnt out. In this episode, w…
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We've all had transactions where the sale of your clients home is contingent on the sale of another home and then the sale of that home. This is what we call "The Ripple Effect". The Ripple Effect can kill a transaction and most of the time, it happens on the day of closing. In this episode, we discuss how to best manage these transactions to avoid…
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Getting a consistent flow of new clients from referring agents is huge in our business and in this episode, we're giving you all the tips & tricks to build this piece of your referral business up. We also discuss how to best navigate relocations, whether they be inbound or outbound, finding the best referral agent for your clients, getting business…
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In real estate, there is a lot of trial and error with building your business. In this episode, we are sharing a list of things that we would do differently if we were starting all over again as a Rookie agent. We’re here to hopefully help you save time and money on things that don’t actually help you build your business. From wasting money on buyi…
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Don’t you hate it when you see a “For Sale” sign in your own neighborhood with a different Realtor? Same. We’re not talking about farming your neighborhood with postcards in this episode. This one is all about how you can leverage your neighborhood through fun activities & being a resource to attract more business, create better relationships with …
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In this episode, we delve into the crucial & possibly controversial topic of professionalism within the real estate industry. We share stories about unprofessionalism that we have experienced with other agents & talk about what not to do in front of your clients. From being rude to other Realtors, lying about property features & putting your OOO em…
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“Flow is the frequency of interaction with your people - face-to-face, phone, email, text, snail mail and social media. Flow is what builds relationships. Flow is like oxygen to your business.” - Ninja Selling by Larry Kendall In this episode, we jump into all things FLOW. This is such an important aspect of your business & something you can start …
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Do you feel like you have a solid Buyer Consultation Process for any new Buyer client you get? Do you typically convert a client after your initial Buyer Consultation or are they choosing to work with a different Realtor? Do you feel like you don't actually have a process? In this episode, we go through our entire process from start to finish when …
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From the annual Santa Pub Crawl to the annual Oktoberfest, client parties are our favorite way to get more business. They are the easiest & most efficient way to get in front of all your clients at once & build a relationship. In this episode, we discuss the client parties that we throw every year and how they have turned into more business for us.…
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Are you using Instagram to build your brand & attract new clients? Are you getting 2-4 new clients a month from Instagram? If your answer is no, then you're missing a HUGE piece of the puzzle when it comes to using Instagram to grow your business. The secret to spending less time creating content that doesn't stick is your INSTAGRAM INSIGHTS. If yo…
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If you haven't had a Branding Photoshoot done for your business yet, this episode is for you! When it comes to real estate, branding is everything & most of us just use our brokerage headshots for all our marketing. In a highly competitive market, it's essential to stand out from the crowd & make a lasting impression on potential clients. This is w…
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Real estate can be difficult on your own & can be a lonely career but it doesn't have to be! We always get asked about our experience working on a team & having a business partner so we wanted to share the pros & cons to joining a team! If you've been thinking about partnering up with someone or joining a team, this episode is for you! Grab a coffe…
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In this episode, we'll be discussing one of the biggest challenges that real estate agents face: managing a transaction where you have to sell your clients' property and help them buy a new one at the same time. Many homeowners want to upgrade to a new home or downsize to a smaller one, but they may not have the financial means to purchase a new pr…
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The market is wild & unpredictable, which is why we wanted to invite our award winning local lender, Lisa Gustafson of Loan Depot on the podcast to ask all our burning questions. We discuss the current market challenges, lending snafu's to help your Buyers avoid, what Realtors should be doing better & so much more! Stay tuned for the end of the epi…
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What do you say when you're at a party & someones asks "Hows the market?"? Real estate conversations come up all the time and sometimes when you least expect it, like at a Super Bowl party. In this episode, we explore the topic of how to get more comfortable talking about real estate that leads to business generation vs scaring people away. Whether…
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You might not realize it but Sellers are watching you! Whether they are your current clients or they are future Sellers, they are watching everything you do online. This doesn’t have to be a bad thing - this is how we get more clients & have grown our reputation as marketing experts. In this episode, you’ll learn how to leverage listings to get mor…
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The big debate: Personal vs. Business social media accounts. This has been a discussion we’ve had over and over again with many Realtors in the business. In our profession, there is a fear of looking too salesy. To avoid this, many of us have created and used business accounts to promote our business on Instagram and Facebook. In this episode, we d…
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Welcome to this episode of It’s Always Sunny In Colorado, where we share part 2 of our interview with our local photographer, Matt Olson with Boxwood Photos. If you haven’t listened to part 1 yet, check that out first so you don’t miss any juicy tips Matt shares with us. Grab a coffee or cocktail & join us as we dive in!…
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Welcome to this episode of It’s Always Sunny In Colorado, where we interview our local photographer, Matt Olson with Boxwood Photos. We have been using Matt and his team for a few years now and they are incredibly talented when it comes to listing photos & video. Matt answers some of our burning questions like “how do you know you’re working with a…
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Social media has become an essential tool for real estate agents to grow their business and reach new clients. In this episode, we'll discuss strategies for using social media to build your brand, connect with potential clients, and grow your real estate business. Grab a coffee or cocktail & join us as we dive into our proven strategies that have h…
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As a real estate agent, attracting new construction buyer clients can be a lucrative opportunity. However, it can also be a challenging process. In this episode, we'll provide a guide on how to attract new construction buyer clients and grow your real estate business. Grab a coffee or cocktail & join us as we dive in & give you action items you can…
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Welcome to this episode of It’s Always Sunny In Colorado, where we dive into the age-old debate of whether or not Realtors should be doing open houses. Some argue that open houses are a waste of time and resources, while others believe they are an essential part of the selling process. Todd & Lauren discuss the success they have found through Open …
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Welcome to this episode of It’s Always Sunny In Colorado, where we explore the world of house hacking and how it can benefit realtors and buyers alike. In this episode, we'll start by defining what house hacking is and the benefits it can offer buyers, such as lower housing expenses, increased cash flow, and the potential to build equity faster tha…
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Welcome to our first episode of It's Always Sunny In Colorado! We are Lauren & Todd Galbate, a Father & Daughter real estate team in Fort Collins, Colorado. We wanted to introduce ourselves & explain why we are passionate about sharing our real estate success that can hopefully be implemented into your own business. We discuss our love for real est…
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