Posts from April 2026

This specific transaction situation is where REALTORS® really earn their commission. The instinct is often to "keep the peace", but that alone will not get a deal to the closing table - you need structure, control and clarity.

This is easier said than done, so the main thing to remember is always remain calm!

Start by Resetting Expectation Early

If both sides are emotional or demanding, don't just react - reset the tone. Be very clear about timelines, what's realistic and what is not realistic in the transaction. A lot of "difficult" behavior comes from misaligned expectations.

Take Control of Communication

Don't let conversations become reactive or chaotic. Slow things down. Summarize conversations in writing so nothing gets twi...

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Historically, we have referred to termite contracts on our client's homes as Termite Bonds.  It is important that we do not just generically call any termite coverage a BOND with the assumption that the home is covered for termite damage repairs.

The termite coverage contracts have changed over time, and the industry momentum is trending towards Termite Warranties, which mainly just provide coverage for re-treatment only. Some termite companies still refer to their protection for retreatment warranties as Bonds, which may mislead the consumer about their purchased termite coverage.  

Excluding the types of termites that are included or excluded in contracts, there are basically two types of termite contract coverages available in the market:

From a Google search:

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Real estate is not for the faint of heart.

Deadlines. Emotions. Negotiations. Expectations.

It's a business where pressure shows up daily—and sometimes hourly. And in the middle of it all, it's easy to forget one simple, powerful truth:

We are called to lead with generosity… of every kind.

At Bellator, that includes something we don't talk about enough:

Generosity of spirit. Assume the Best—Even When It's Hard.

Let's talk about that listing. You know the one.The price makes you pause. Maybe even shake your head. And the temptation comes quickly:

"What in the world was that agent thinking?"

But what if we flipped that? What if instead...

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