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All Forum Posts by: Holly Barrett

Holly Barrett has started 14 posts and replied 192 times.

Post: Find the right broker as a new Real Estate Licensee

Holly BarrettPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Dawsonville, GA
  • Posts 203
  • Votes 143

@Reza Hosseini

I am an investor and a mom of 3 and 1 year old.

I knew I didn’t want a old school lead generation type of brokerage or a team with a W2/job kind of environment. I wanted to do things at my pace, on my time, in my preferred way.

I followed other investor realtors who were with EXP so I just jumped in. I love it, but it’s not for everyone!

EXP seems to be on the lists for best brokerage for part timers. And we have a really strong investor community here.

Good luck and congrats!

Post: How are you generating and nurturing leads?

Holly BarrettPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Dawsonville, GA
  • Posts 203
  • Votes 143

@Jacob Zimerman

I just do BP activities and referrals.

Post: Exp sponsor selection dilemna

Holly BarrettPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Dawsonville, GA
  • Posts 203
  • Votes 143

@Pam Wils

Ok here’s the deal with this, technically you are supposed to pick the individual who has been the most influential in your decision to come on board with EXP.

That said, if it’s a tie, go with your gut on which group you vibe most with.

Don’t worry so much about local vs remote IMO. Most of my group is in FL and I’m in GA. I’m very connected with them though bc we have morning calls and fb group etc.

Good luck!

Post: Best brokerages to join as a new agent?

Holly BarrettPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Dawsonville, GA
  • Posts 203
  • Votes 143

@Anthony Parello

I have only ever been with EXP.

I think it’s a great choice if you are:

super bought into the model

part of an internal group that is supportive

connected with a great mentor

tech savvy

comfortable working remote

Self sufficient

Resourceful

Need flexibility

Not a bad idea to join a team if you want to get things going quicker. Perhaps interview teams instead of brokerages if you want to go that route. At the end of the day the brokerages all have pros and cons!

Post: What is one thing you are struggling with right now?

Holly BarrettPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Dawsonville, GA
  • Posts 203
  • Votes 143

@JD Martin ^^ What he said!

Post: New Agent Tips for working with investors m

Holly BarrettPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Dawsonville, GA
  • Posts 203
  • Votes 143

@Eric Gainor

Owning rentals yourself or at least being driven by that goal is helpful.

Asking the right questions to uncover their vision and help them craft the game plan, seeing yourself as a part of their team and helping them with their REI journey, having passion for that!

Listening and being humble, willing to learn from them as well, sometimes you’ll have clients who are extremely knowledgeable, but people love to share their wisdom so don’t be afraid to expose ignorance by asking what they think whilst still being confident in your own knowledge, it’s a team effort!

You are going to help so many people build their empires, woohoo!

Post: Where do I start/what to ask?

Holly BarrettPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Dawsonville, GA
  • Posts 203
  • Votes 143

@Febe Espino

What is your top sales price that still yields your returns based upon their current rent?

If they have offers on the table above that that are solid, keep it moving and let them know you’re interested if it falls through.

No need to spend too much time asking questions of the listing agent if it’s not a realistic option.

Post: New Home Construction Check list

Holly BarrettPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Dawsonville, GA
  • Posts 203
  • Votes 143

Hey Isrrael, I am currently in the process of builing a custom home in Dawson County. I'm also a realtor. The above items look right, although in Dawson County you do not need a survey, a plat is sufficient, perhaps it's different in the county your client is building in though. 

Beyond that, I'm assuming he'll be using a GC and/or architect? They will really be the ones to guide them through the process. 

If he wants to do DIY, that's a whole other can of worms, if he's going to finance through a bank they typically require a licensed GC to manage the project.

I hope that helps!

Post: Starting my RE Reciprocal Application. Any Brokerage recom?

Holly BarrettPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Dawsonville, GA
  • Posts 203
  • Votes 143

That's a loaded question! It depends on so many factors. I'm super happy with EXP as a realtor & investor - for many different reasons. No perfect brokerage to be sure, but I like that we have such a robust internal referral network via Workplace. Admittadly I've only every been w/EXP so I have no way to compare! 

Good luck to you! Exciting stuff!

Post: Bridgewell Capital Feedback and Reviews

Holly BarrettPosted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Dawsonville, GA
  • Posts 203
  • Votes 143

Kram Capital is another one locally and they are solid. 

Good luck to you! I'm sorry to hear of the identity fraud, that is awful!