Join Steve Martin Smith, Ian, and Angela on the Real Estate Agent Man podcast to explore Slice of Florida Realty’s (SOFR) agent-focused Policies and Procedures Handbook. Learn how SOFR cuts industry costs, boosts agents, and elevates client service in Florida’s real estate market. Timestamps and insights for agents, buyers, and sellers below.
Episode Overview
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Could SOFR’s model set a new Florida real estate standard?
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Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Inspired by this SliceOfFlorida.com Blog Post
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Inspired by this SliceOfFlorida.com Blog Post
Episode Overview
In this episode of the Real Estate Agent Man Podcast, hosts Ian and Angela explore the "Florida Inspection Bluff," a buyer strategy in Florida real estate that leverages the inspection period to renegotiate prices. They break down how it works, signs to watch for, and why it can fail, with a real-world case study. A must-listen for anyone navigating real estate negotiations.
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Source Material
Based on Failed Buyer Tactic: The Florida Inspection Bluff, featuring the Brad and Shelley case study.
Transcribed by otter.ai
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Read the BLOG POST that was inspired by this episode
Navigating Buyer Broker Agreements
Episode Overview
In this episode, host Steve Martin Smith, joined by attorney Lauren Cole and his wife Katrina, tackles the complexities and confusion surrounding buyer broker agreements in Florida real estate. They discuss recent changes in real estate rules, share real-world stories of buyers being pressured into signing agreements, and clarify what consumers need to know to protect themselves. This episode is essential for anyone navigating the home-buying process in a shifting market.
Key Topics and Timestamps
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Episode Overview
In this episode, host Steve Martin Smith, joined by attorney Lauren Cole and his wife Katrina, tackles the complexities and confusion surrounding buyer broker agreements in Florida real estate. They discuss recent changes in real estate rules, share real-world stories of buyers being pressured into signing agreements, and clarify what consumers need to know to protect themselves. This episode is essential for anyone navigating the home-buying process in a shifting market.
Key Topics and Timestamps
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
The cost of a buyer's professional real estate representative has always been paid by the buyer. Never the seller. If you think I'm wrong, this episode should prove my point . Buyers and their agents are hurting the buyer by making this an issue. This short episode will help you to focus on the simplicity of getting the best house at the best price. After all, isn't that the goal?
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Decoding Real Estate: Licenses vs. REALTOR® Membership – What Everyone Should Know
Have you ever heard someone mention a "REALTOR® license"? If so, you’re not alone! It’s a common misconception, and it’s time to set the record straight. Spoiler alert: there’s no such thing as a specific REALTOR® license. Even more surprising, only about 52% of licensed real estate agents and brokers in Florida are members of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).
This blog post will break down some key differences between a real estate license and REALTOR® membership, clearing up confusion and offering valuable insights for consumers and both new and experienced agents.
Read The Full Blog Here
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Find Lauren Kohl online @ https://www.sarasotaclosings.com/
CALL HER TODAY 941-365-1166
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
The Department Of Justice ( DOJ ) changes are taking effect. If you ever plan to buy or sell a home, you need this information.
Understand representation options: Listen to Season 4, Episode 4
Understand the contract types: Listen to Season 4, Episode 5
CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES
Call (941) 894-9800 for more information
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
The contract you sign can affect your outcome in ways you are not likely aware of.
Today's episode provides coaching for both sellers and buyers regarding this critical part of every home sale and purchase.
As always, you are encouraged to reach out to Slice Of Florida Realty with your questions.
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Steve & Nicole shed much needed light on the mind boggling topic of real estate representation in Florida.
This is a crash course on one of the MOST IMPORTANT topics in Florida Real Estate. This 25 minute podcast will dramatically improve your understanding and experiences going forward.
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
The 2024 national lawsuit against the real estate industry is resulting in the removal of a long standing benefit to our American Military Veterans. We find that appalling and discuss our immediate solution to this travesty in this episode. Professional representation has been available to all buyers for decades. It's been paid for by the listing brokerage and wrapped up in the cost of the home that a buyer was purchasing. That equates to the buyer actually paying for all of the commission in their mortgage or in cash when they bring the money to closing.
Click here for more details on how Steve Martin Homes Group is tackling this issue head on.
https://www.stevemartinhomes.com/cp/military-benefits/
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Join Steve Martin Smith and Tony Moore as they discuss the proposed changes in real estate commission structures and the impact on buyers and sellers. Discover why full disclosure is crucial in real estate transactions, understand the value of representation, and stay informed about the evolving landscape of real estate practices. Subscribe now to stay updated on the latest developments!
Visit the Real Estate Agent Man Podcast landing page https://www.stevemartinhomes.com/cp/podcasts-and-videos/
Fill out your Florida Real Estate Wish List at https://www.stevemartinhomes.com/cp/wish-list/
Find out why so many Floridians trust Steve Martin Homes Group with their Slice of Florida.
Platinum Award Winning - Sarasota Area Team.
Steve Martin Smith ranks #1 within RE/MAX Platinum Realty in both units and dollar value sold from 2020 thru 2023 as reported by the FLORIDA MLS.
Over $100 Million Sold In the Greater Sarasota County Area
Six offices servicing Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte Counties.
Call or Text (941) 894-9800
RE/MAX Platinum Realty
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
In this first episode of 2024, Steve Martin & Katrina Smith discuss some pros and cons of home staging options.
Real Estate professionals everywhere agree on the value of depersonalizing your property prior to listing it. Have you ever seen staged homes that obviously had the personality of the stager/decorator all over it? Can that actually be counter productive to the sale of your property?
What if a potential buyer or your listing agent need to move some of the furniture to show the potential buyer other layout options? Will that "staging company" allow you to do that?
These valuable insights and more are included in this episode of the Real Estate Agent Man podcast
Learn more here about our FREE HOME STAGING GUARANTEE
Katrina Smith is a licensed Florida REALTOR® with RE/MAX Platinum Realty and owner of Little Black Dress Home Staging and Detailing.
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
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Rumble
Written and Performed by: Steve Martin Smith
With Jeff Lusk on Lead Guitar
Copyright 2023
Verse 1
Sunblock on my face and hands
The Back hurts when I get up or down
That won’t stop me - from living my plans
My brain thinks that I’m a younger man
Chorus
Yet I’m 60, I’d rather golf every day
60, and live the Florida way 60, I pay my HOA
My neighbors hang out at my place, but
My hot tub is my personal space oh yeah
Verse 2
I’ve got a - fishing boat and cool golf cart
Still love to rock - on my guitar
Well I was daddy and I dug that a lot
But Now I’m grandpa - and grandma’s so hot
Chorus
Yeah I’m 60, and my hairs gettin’ gray
60 but it’s - still fun to play 60 do you - get what I say?
Guitar Solo
Verse 3
Well Sunblock is on my face and my hands
And Pickle ball is really outta sight
Past the middle, the middle of life
The dirts below me - I’m a happy man
OUTRO
60 and I like it Yea I like it Cuz you can Like it or lump it
Lump it or like it. 60, 60, 60. I’m 60 and I like it
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Jenn comes through again with an excellent real life example of someone using the PACE program. The Florida PACE program is often suggested as a way to get much needed home improvements. As with most things in life, you don't know what you don't know.
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
IS IT WORTH GIVING UP 19% OF YOUR SALES PRICE?
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
View the full property listing with photos HERE
2,167 sq ft under air on Claw Lake.
Huge lania with garage increases the total square footage to 3,162
Call the Real Estate Agent Man @ (941) 894-9800 if you are interested in the property
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Watch the full music video on YouTube and Rumble.
Leaving In My Chevy
By Steve Martin Smith
Copyright 2023
(Parody of Leaving on a jet Plane, by John Denver)
All my bags are packed, I'm happy to go
It's time to leave this freaking cold
And sing a tropical parody of this song
My body’s achin’ from slippin on ice
That feeling is not very nice
I want sunshine on my shoulders all year long
Chorus
So kiss off if you’re mad at me - For leaving you in this misery
Or join me now, but hey - it’s time to go
Cuz I’m leaving in my Chevy - This time I’m finally ready
To say goodbye yellow snow
So many skies are only grey
For months they just won’t go away
And freezing slush, well that just really sucks
So many times I’ve raked the leaves
So many times I’ve had to freeze
So many pot holes make me yell - oh fudge
Repeat chorus
Now’s the time - I start to drive
To where baby boomers come alive
Where 63 is the new 42
At Venice Beach I’ll fit right in
Enjoying sunshine and a swim
Posting selfies to show them off to you
So kiss off if you’re mad at me - For leaving you in this misery
Or join me now, but hey - it’s time to go
Cuz I’m leaving in my Chevy
Cuz I’m leaving in my Chevy
Cuz I’m leaving in my Chevy
Cuz I’m leaving in my Chevy - This time I’m finally ready
To say goodbye yellow snow
All my bags are packed, I'm happy to go
It's time to leave this freaking cold
And sing a tropical parody of this song
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Top Selling Sarasota Florida RE/MAX Agent, Steve Martin, and Tony Moore from Gulfside Mortgage Services, discuss REAL opportunities for down payment assistance. Not only for low income buyers, but many higher income purchases as well. The best way to find out if you qualify is to call Gulfside Mortgage at (941) 485-4222. Ask for The Moore Team and tell them Steve Martin sent you.
Visit the Real Estate Agent Man Podcast landing page https://www.stevemartinhomes.com/cp/podcasts-and-videos/
Fill out your Florida Real Estate Wish List at https://www.stevemartinhomes.com/cp/wish-list/
Find out why so many Floridians trust Steve Martin Homes Group with their Slice of Florida.
Platinum Award Winning - Sarasota Area Team.
Steve Martin Smith ranks #1 within RE/MAX Platinum Realty in both units and dollar value sold from 2020 thru 2022 as reported by the FLORIDA MLS.
Over $90 Million Sold In the Greater Sarasota County Area
Five offices servicing Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte Counties.
Call or Text (941) 894-9800
RE/MAX Platinum Realty
Tony Moore: NMLS #220640
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Steve Martin Smith & Tony Moore talk about the current real estate market in the greater Sarasota County Florida area, along with home mortgage options that you and your loved ones do not want to miss out on. Options that help make NOW a great time to buy a home.
Visit the Real Estate Agent Man Podcast landing page https://www.stevemartinhomes.com/cp/p...
Fill out your Florida Real Estate Wish List at https://www.stevemartinhomes.com/cp/w...
Find out why so many Floridians trust Steve Martin Homes Group with their Slice of Florida.
Platinum Award Winning - Sarasota Area Team.
Steve Martin Smith ranks #1 within RE/MAX Platinum Realty in both units and dollar value sold from 2020 thru 2022 as reported by the FLORIDA MLS.
Over $90 Million Sold In the Greater Sarasota County Area
Five offices servicing Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte Counties.
Call or Text (941) 894-9800
RE/MAX Platinum Realty
Tony Moore: NMLS #220640
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Understanding Roof Leaks with Bonedry Roofing
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Part Two of what to expect from your Florida Home Inspection.
In this episode we address some things that can go seriously wrong in the inspection process and touch on new construction inspections.
Licensed Florida Inspector Brad Moltrup from Pillar To Post Inspections is our guest for this series.
You may reach Brad at (941) 302-5541
Find out why so many Floridians trust Steve Martin Homes Group with their Slice of Florida. Award Winning, Sarasota Area Agents. #1 Closing RE/MAX Platinum Realty agent for 2020 and 2021.
Five offices servicing Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte Counties.
Call or Text (941) 894-9800
RE/MAX Platinum Realty
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
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Part Two of what to expect from your Florida Home Inspection.
In this episode we address some things that can go seriously wrong in the inspection process and touch on new construction inspections.
Licensed Florida Inspector Brad Moltrup from Pillar To Post Inspections is our guest for this series.
You may reach Brad at (941) 302-5541
Find out why so many Floridians trust Steve Martin Homes Group with their Slice of Florida. Award Winning, Sarasota Area Agents. #1 Closing RE/MAX Platinum Realty agent for 2020 and 2021.
Five offices servicing Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte Counties.
Call or Text (941) 894-9800
RE/MAX Platinum Realty
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Referenced Podcast Episode with Marc Good "Cool Under Fire" from the STRAIGHT OUTTA COMBAT series. https://open.spotify.com/episode/7isaFBiL5efhaSCm01eARh
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Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.