Are Rates Too High To Buy Right Now? • Learn With A Lender • Christian Bachelder

Welcome to our monthly feature Unpopular Real Estate Opinions with Chris Linsell. In this episode, Chris explains Clear Cooperation Policy and together with DJ they debate about whether sellers should have full control over property marketing. Chris also discusses Compass vs. Zillow Lawsuit. Chris and DJ discuss real estate market information access and the potential need for a centralized, public real estate information repository. Chris discusses the role of local real estate agents emphasizing the importance of local market expertise. Last, Chris discusses industry regulation and future possibilities exploring how the industry might evolve to better serve consumers. Please check Chris’ profile on LinkedIn. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to our new series The Inner Game of Real Estate Success with the high-performance hypnotherapist and mindset coach Paul Salter. What if every time you got close to that next big breakthrough—more sales, more freedom, more wealth—you unknowingly sabotaged it? In this episode, we explore the Upper Limit Problem and how your subconscious beliefs could be capping your potential. Learn to recognize the invisible thermostat that’s keeping you stuck and how to rewire it for next-level growth. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Book a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to another episode of Learn With A Lender with Christian Bachelder! In this episode Christian discusses current market conditions and interest rates. Christian shares long-term real estate investment strategies and advises on how to build generational wealth through real estate. Next, Christian shares tips for buyers navigating the current mortgage landscape. Last, Christian talks about real estate investment principles emphasizing the importance of purchase price over interest rates. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Christian Bachelder can be reached at [email protected]. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg shares content and messaging ideas to show people you are worth the investment. Sign up for Kim’s “5 Videos Every Real Estate Agent Must Make to Sell More Homes“. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Check out Kim Rittberg's REAL ESTATE VIDEO KICKSTART. Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master classes on marketing every Friday on The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg podcast. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is the second session of our “How To Find Inventory In 2025: The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025” Mary-Lou Dingman shares top open house strategies and the 10 most common agent mistakes. She covers how open houses can generate leads, the value of coaching and script practice, and the importance of networking with neighbors, agents, and potential clients. Last, Mary-Lou shares her systematic approach to marketing open houses, including virtual tours, door knocking, and follow-up strategies. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Mary-Lou Dingman can be reached at 919-796-7512 and [email protected] This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is the first session of our “How To Find Inventory In 2025: The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025” with Amy Duong Kim talking about current challenges in the real estate market with low inventory. Amy talks about prospecting and client acquisition, focusing on daily outreach techniques, social media marketing and building and nurturing client relationships. Next, Amy talks about systems and marketing, emphasizing the importance of consistent social media posting. Last, Amy discusses professional development and work-life balance emphasizing the importance of creating boundaries but also adapting to market changes. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Amy Duong Kim can be reached at 773-295-4387 and [email protected]. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to our series Better Your Business With Ben. In this episode Ben Lalez talks about the importance of consistency in building a successful business. Ben and DJ discuss why agents avoid doing important activities for their business and how they should develop strategies to motivate themselves. Next, Ben shares tips on how to stay consistent and what software agents can use. Ben also discusses setting up rewards and punishment systems for yourself. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Ben Lalez can be reached at 312.789.4054 and [email protected]. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to another episode of Learn With A Lender with Christian Bachelder! In this episode Christian explains how he breaks down lending into three main categories. Christian also discusses alternative financing options, giving examples and explaining how they work. Next, Christian discusses loan underwriting process highlighting the importance of understanding financing options. Last, Christian talks about creative real estate financing and why working with a versatile lending institution is important. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Christian Bachelder can be reached at [email protected]. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to our newest series The Inner Game of Real Estate Success with the high-performance hypnotherapist and mindset coach Paul Salter. If you feel you're doing everything right but still not getting the results you want, this series is for you. Hosted by high-performance mindset coach and hypnotherapist Paul Salter, each monthly episode uncovers the hidden mental and emotional patterns holding top producers back—and shows you how to eliminate them for good. You’ll gain practical tools to overcome fear, thrive under pressure, and avoid burnout—so you can perform at your peak without sacrificing your peace, health, or happiness. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Book a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg talks about the videos content agents can make when the markets are uncertain. Sign up for Kim’s “5 Videos Every Real Estate Agent Must Make to Sell More Homes“. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master classes on marketing every Friday on The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg podcast.