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Episode 78: Advertising Absolute Auctions when it is Not



In this episode we are joined in the studio by Mr. Mike Brandly, professional auctioneer and auction industry expert witness.  Mike talks about a string of recent incidents which involve auction companies using advertising language designed to lead consumers to believe auctions are being held without a reserve price (absolute), when in fact they are not.  This practice has been taking place in the auction industry for years, however consumers are now become aware of the practice and are beginning to hire attorney’s post auction to dispute the outcomes. A very interesting podcast with a LOT of insightful information.  Enjoy the show.

 

Mike Brandly blog


Episode 77: Starting a Commercial Brokerage with Kirsten Flory



We first met Kirsten Flory several years ago on a large commercial project in NE Kansas.  Since then, she has written books, started a podcast show and most of all, opened her own Commercial Real Estate Brokerage in Lawrence, Kansas.  In this episode we talk about all things commercial like the challenges and opportunities that come with opening your own brokerage.  We also discuss the commercial real estate industry in post-Covid times and Kirsten offers some great insight into client relationship management and building loyalty that will last a lifetime.  Great insight from a seasoned professional, so enjoy the show.

Foundations Commercial Real Estate

The Small Business Mindset (book) 

The Small Business Mindset (podcast show)


Episode 75: The Changes in the Real Estate and Auction Industry



Lots of changes happening in both the real estate world as well as the auction industry.  More and more auctioneers moving to online bidding platforms, consolidation of auction groups happening around the country, and we are now seeing the housing markets beginning to slow.  Homes are spending more time on the shelf before offers are presented, what does all of this mean?  Jimmie Dean Coffey joins us in the studio and we discuss the changing times and what it means for the real estate and auction industry’s.  Enjoy the show.


Episode 74: Why a West Texas Broker Buys a Franchise



This episode sheds a lot of light on the advantages of a brokerage joining a real estate franchise system like United Country Real Estate. We are joined in the studio by professional farm & ranch broker Monty Edwards of Sudan, Texas as he discusses his decision to franchise and the advantages he has experienced over the past year.  The conversation covers technology advancements, national marketing exposure, niche property groups and agent recruiting.  This is a very insightful podcast, enjoy the show.

UNITED COUNTRY REAL ESTATE

UC – M. EDWARDS REALTY & LAND

HOW TO BUY A FRANCHISE – LEARN MORE


Episode 72: How to Win in Google Search Rankings



We are joined in the studio by United Country Real Estates technology expert, Jim Nowak as we discuss how Google ranks websites and how we can win the ranking game. Jim offers great insight into the way Google web-crawlers find and rank websites and then offers multiple strategies into ways that office owners can get their websites to rank higher.  Join us as we uncover some awesome strategies that may make it possible to get to page (1) on Google searches.


Episode 70: Day in the Life of an Auctioneer



We are joined in the studio by fellow auctioneer and all around good guy, Jimmie Dean Coffey, as we discuss our day of driving around and meeting with auction clients.  Personal property, collector cars, guns, commercial building and lots of insight to consider if your an auctioneer or considering getting into the auction profession.  Enjoy the show..


Episode 69: Adding Auction Services to Your Brokerage with Kevin Jaquay



Long time broker and recent auctioneer Kevin Jaquay joins Trina and Shawn in the studio for an in-depth discussion about adding auction services to a real estate brokerage.  Kevin is a franchise owner with United Country Real Estate | Auction Services and has three offices in the State of New York.  We discuss the opening of all three offices and how he managed to enter the auction services industry and add 7 auctioneers to his company in just the past two years.  Great episode with lots of information, enjoy….


Episode 67: Selling the Historic 6666 Ranch with Don Bell



The legendary 6666 Ranch hit the market in 2021 and sold successfully due to United Country broker, Don Bell of Texas. This sale will undoubtedly be the “Sale of the Year” in the rural land and ranch industry and we are joined in the studio by professional ranch broker Don Bell, as well as the president of United Country Real Estate Mike Duffy.  If you are curious why large ranches like this are selling or how to get in front of the next one that may be coming on the market, then this is the show for you.  Great insight and experience shared, so enjoy the show.

6666 Ranch Sale Article

Don Bell’s website

United Country Real Estate website


Episode 66: The Land & Lifestyle Real Estate Markets are HOT, with Mike Duffy



If you have been trying to purchase land or a rural lifestyle property than you already know the markets are HOT….!

In this episode we are joined by Mike Duffy, president of United Country Real Estate which is the largest seller of land and rural lifestyle properties in America. He provides valuable insight into why the markets are still holding, and we discuss his outlook for the remainder of the year, as well as the next few years.  There is a ton of great content in this episode so don’t miss it.

UNITED COUNTRY REAL ESTATE


Episode 65: Right of First Refusal with Shane Terrel



The dreaded “right of first refusal” can be found in real estate transactions across America.  Often times we see it in non-urban land sales like Farms, Ranches, Recreational properties and it can be a challenge when working with sellers that have already committed to the agreement, but now want to get the “most” out of their property.  We are joined in the studio by seasoned real estate broker, Shane Terrel as we discuss the different types of (ROFR) agreements and their affects on property sales.  Great information and also some funny stories of us growing up as a gypsy custom harvesters.  Enjoy the show.