We heard some great tips from Relationship Masters during our Roundtable Webinar last week! I'm sure part of the reason for that is that we got suggestions in advance for topics to discuss, including "Crazy Times in Real Estate: How to Cope."
One comment that provoked a lot of discussion and note-taking came from Win Raynor in Virginia Beach. She found a way to respond positively to the negative news we're all hearing lately on the economy. "I'm 
finding that in this market my clients are nervous and need to hear from me more often." Win said. "Tomorrow evening, I've set up a roundtable discussion at my home with a financial guy so they can talk about the economy in a relaxed setting." Great idea! I pointed out that bringing in an additional expert is also a great way to avoid feeling put on the spot.
Other tips and comments about the times we're in that I'd like you to hear in case you couldn't join us:
- Mikki Stockwell, Bloomington: "This session was helpful in making my attitude more positive. As the old saying goes, Real estate is 5% knowledge and 95% attitude."
- Connie Williams from Fayetteville: "Thanks for the tip about printing out the Articles of Value and using them at an Open House!"
- Donna Caddell from Buffalo: "I'm using the Listing Tools for both new listings and ones that aren't moving as fast as I'd like them to."
- Dick McLeod from Louisville: "There is activity; people are buying. Houses are still on the market a little longer, but people are buying and selling. When the going gets tough, we get back to basics."
That's what it's about. The top 3 things to remember in these "Crazy Times" are:
- Get calm. You're not going to be a welcome resource for your clients otherwise.
- Get perspective. This downturn is temporary. Keep an eye on those developing trends.
- Get a plan. And follow it!
Hope to see you on the next online Roundtable. We can learn a lot from one another.
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