Posts from March 2026

Do you like scary movies?

Well, have I got a scary sci-fi story for you—except this one is happening right here, right now. Maybe to you.

Imagine a "perfect" buyer. They text your professional line. Their English is flawless (no more "Dear Kind Sir" typos). They sound local, they're interested in property in your area, and they're ready to move fast. The only catch? They insist on a Google Meet or a Zillow video call. They even send you the link.

Spoiler alert: The "buyer" is a bot, and that link is a digital back door to your entire life.

It's Not Just Us

I'll be honest: when this happened to one of our agents last week, her gut told her it was a scam. My gut told me it was a scam, but I wanted to be su...

Click Here to Read More...

The fact that you're still in it says something about you. Some people never make it past the frustration, the lost deals, the difficult buyers, the contracts that fall apart the day before closing. But every REALTOR® that has been in the business for any length of time has lived through this exact same grind.

The difference between REALTORS® who last and the ones who disappear is simple: They stay in the game.

You're not just selling property.

You're solving problems, guiding people through one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives and protecting them from mistakes they don't even know they can make.

Some days you feel like a:

• therapist

Click Here to Read More...

In real estate, every day looks different. Some weeks are filled with showings, closings, and negotiations, while other times may feel a little quieter. During those slower moments, it can be tempting to skip office meetings, especially if you don't currently have active clients. However, those meetings are often the exact place where growth, knowledge, and opportunity happen. For instance, Fairhope Single Tax gave a class at the Fairhope office meeting this week. I've listened to their information countless times, and I even learned something new!! There are so many great reasons why to attend your office meetings, even if you're not working with anyone.

Let me give you a few reasons:

One of the greatest advantages of being part of a real estate office is the ability to learn from the experiences of fellow agents. Every t...

Click Here to Read More...

Did You Take a Glance at the BR Email Sent on 3/1/26?

I'm guilty of scrolling past many emails, but for some reason, I took a good look at the Baldwin REALTORS® mass email update sent 3/1/2026.  The email is loaded with good content. Let me summarize the subjects:

• Casino Night

• Real Estate Negotiation Expert Course

• Education Survey

• Tax Updates

• Update to Purchase Agreement (FinCEN

Click Here to Read More...