Week Ahead – Fed to Stay the Course, Huge Earnings Week for Big-Tech, and OPEC+ meets
Wall Street could see more volatility during a very busy trading week that is filled with a wrath of central bank decisions, surging international COVID-19 cases, solid economic data, effects of stimulus working its way through the economy, and pent-up…
Wall Street could see more volatility during a very busy trading week that is filled with a wrath of central bank decisions, surging international COVID-19 cases, solid economic data, effects of stimulus working its way through the economy, and pent-up consumer demand. Financial markets are edge, especially considering how quickly stocks sold off following news of the White House plans for capital gains tax. A lot of the good news has been priced in for the US and some investors are focusing on Europe’s recovery potential.
The Fed will likely stay the course at the April policy meeting. The Fed will have to become even more optimistic given the better-than-expected vaccination rollout and improvement in the labor market. The Fed will stick to the script that the recovery is incomplete and that more support is warranted. Greater clarity that they will tolerate most inflation for the rest of the year could provide what the bond market needs to keep the rise in Treasury yields slow.
The upcoming earnings week will see big-tech results from Tesla, Apple, Facebook, and Amazon. Netflix was the first FAANG stock to report and was punished after a disappointing report. The streaming giant saw a sharp slowdown with subscribers as reopening momentum damaged demand for staying at home. This quarter could be the unwind of many of the favorite pandemic trades and investors will pay close attention to this round of results. Buybacks and dividend announcements are important, but an optimistic outlook going forward will be key.
After some debate, OPEC+ will go forward with another key ministerial meeting. A disappointing short-term demand outlook could complicate their plans to gradual ramp up oil production.
This should be a very easy FOMC meeting now that financial markets have started to drink the Fed’s Kool-Aid that it is too early to talk about the exit and that a few hot inflation readings won’t phase them. US economic data is strongly improving as the country continues to make progress towards herd immunity. Since the March 17th policy decision, calm has entered the bond market as rising bond yields have hit a wall, with the 10-year Treasury yield now drifting back to the 1.545% region. The Fed should be on cruise control as no changes with both rates and asset purchases are warranted.
Traders will also have a baseline of how this economy is going to get with the advance reading of first quarter GDP. The first of three readings is expected to show 6.5% quarterly growth, which is a significant improvement over the previous 4.3% reading. First quarter personal consumption forecasts are calling for a 10.3% surge while Core PCE is expected to rise from 1.3% to 1.6%.
This is a big earnings week as big-tech will see results from Tesla, Apple, Facebook, and Foxconn. HSBC and UBS will also release first quarter results.
EU
After a painfully poor start, the EU Covid vaccine rollout appears to be on track, finally. The rollout has been hampered by setbacks, including delays in shipments of the AstraZeneca vaccine and concerns over a possible link between blood clots and the AstraZeneca shots. This resulted in some EU members restricting the use of AstraZeneca and led to a deep public mistrust of the rollout program.
However, the rollout appears to have turned a corner and an increase in supplies has seen Germany, France and other countries in Western Europe significantly ramp up the pace of vaccinations. This should curb Covid rates and allow for the reopening of these economies in the coming months.
Turning to economic data, the focus will be on German data next week. Ifo Business Climate will be released on Monday. The business sector remains optimistic about economic conditions in the Eurozone’s largest economy. Business Climate has risen in the past two months, pointing to an increase in business confidence.
Germany’s employment picture has been improving, with mostly declines in monthly unemployment figures over the past 10 months. In March, there were 8 thousand fewer unemployed persons and the consensus for April, which will be released on Thursday, is for an additional drop of 10 thousand.
On Friday, Germany releases Preliminary GDP for the first quarter. The latest restrictive measures in the first quarter likely sent Germany’s economy back into contraction territory. Germany’s first quarter Q/Q GDP is expected to decline by 1.5%, down from the 0.3% gain in the fourth quarter.
UK
We are looking at a very light data calendar in the UK. Much attention will fall on UK PM Johnson’s meeting with his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi. The two are expected to discuss trade and security.
The UK vaccine rollout has been a success story, and business confidence has climbed as a result. In March, the Lloyds Business Barometer climbed 13 percentage points to 15 per cent. This marked the highest level since March 2020.
The housing market is red-hot, as a frenzy of activity has led to sharply higher property prices. This should make the Nationwide House Price Index for April, which will be released sometime this week all the more interesting.
Sweden
The Riksbank is expected to keep policy unchanged as the Swedish economic recovery unfolds. A new wave of infections removes any risks of taper tantrum until the second half of the year.
Emerging Markets
Turkey
The Turkish lira continues to weaken, as the threat of a chill in US-Turkey relations is weighing on the currency. US President Joe Biden may formally recognize the Armenian genocide in a speech on Saturday. Millions of Armenians died during the First World War in areas controlled by the Ottoman Empire, and Turkey has been extremely sensitive at any moves to label the mass killings as genocide. On Thursday, the lira was down as much as 2.8% against the US dollar.
On Friday, Turkey releases the Trade Balance for March. Expectations are for the trade deficit to widen by -4.7 billion forint.
Hungary
Hungary’s central bank (MNB) is projected to maintain interest rates at a record low of 0.60%, where it has been pegged since July 2020. The MNB will hold its policy meeting on Tuesday.
China
China equity markets have held steady this week with data showing record short positions on both the Shanghai Composite and Shenzhen exchanges. Each sell-off has been met with the Chinese “national team” of government linked investment funds on the bid and we expect that pattern to continue in the week ahead. There is a possibility that authorities may try to engineer a short squeeze of the above.
The Yuan remains firm with the PBOC commenting that the Yuan is fairly valued. USD/CNY has slipped back below 6.5000 as Asiajn currencies have firmed. Much will depend on the direction of US long-dated Treasuries in the week ahead and the wording of the FOMC statement.
Data highlights are Factory profits on Tuesday which should still have climbed 45% on a YoY basis. Friday sees official Manufacturing and Services PMI’s released. A print near 50 and 55 respectively could be a short-term headwind for Mainland equities.
India
India’s outlook continues to deteriorate as Covid-19 cases continue a chaotic surge. New virus cases jumped over 300,000 with the health system under severe strain. The Rupee is Asia’s worst performing currency and that could remain the case until the current COVID wave eases. USD/INR has retreated from near 76.00 but is showing no signs of being able to recapture 75.00. USD/INR risks remain heavily weighted to the topside.
The focus for India will primarily be on the COVID situation but. Indian sovereign bond yields jumped higher after the RBI’s first QE debt purchases.
No economic releases of note this coming week.
Australia & New Zealand
The Australian and New Zealand Dollars have bounced around with intraday risk sentiment over the past week, ignoring domestic data, which continues to outperform. Both have made technical breaks higher from falling wedge patterns, suggesting further gains in the week ahead, if not in a linear fashion.
Australian yields have risen after an Australian bank upgraded the country’s economic outlook and brought forward the RBA tapering date to late 2022. Higher than expected Australian trimmed CPI and also PPI prints next week could increase that normalization noise, pressuring bonds, lifting the AUD, but acting as a headwind to Australian equities except banking stocks.
Japan
USD/JPY has fallen 300 points to 108.00 in the past two weeks as the US/Japan long-dated yield gap has shrunk as US yields fell. USD/JPY’s direction will continue to be dictated by this correlation with the Yen ignoring the Covid-19 states of emergency and data releases.
Next week should be much of the same despite a BoJ rate decision, and a heavy data release calendar. The Covid-19 states of emergency in selected cities, starting this weekend, are more likely to be a headwind for equities and not the currency.
The BoJ releases its latest rate decision on Tuesday, but any change to it or its QE programme are remote in the extreme, given that the BoJ tinkered with its programme in March. Despite the heavy data calendar, all roads for Japanese asset classes seemingly lead to Wall Street or the US 10-year yield at the moment.
Markets
Oil
Crude prices have been consolidating over the past couple of months as the bullish trend has paused given short-term demand concerns from Asia. This will be a busy week for energy markets as OPEC + goes forward with another monthly meeting. On Monday, the OPEC+ joint technical committee will convene and will most likely be posturing from the members who want to increase output and the Saudis who will have a more cautious approach.
The debate over increasing output by around 2 million barrels per day from May to July will likely lead to some tweaks given the short-term hit to demand, primarily with COVID out of control in India.
On Tuesday, BP will report earnings and after the US close, the API weekly oil inventories will be released.
Wednesday is the big day with OPEC+ JMMC meeting and the release of both Genscape weekly crude inventories in Europe’s ARA region and the EIA crude oil inventory report.
On Friday, the weekly Baker Hughes rig count will be released.
Gold
Gold is starting to gain some momentum after its third weekly gain. The macro backdrop is mostly bullish for gold now that bond yields remain in a downtrend. Improving physical demand from India and China alongside strong central bank demand has provided some underlying support for gold.
The $1,800 level is proving to be a key resistance gold, followed by $1,850 region. Strong support should remain at the $1,747.90 level.
Bitcoin
The latest Bitcoin mania run higher has completely run out of steam. Bearish calls are starting to grow and the news cycle seems a bit exhausted with positive headlines. Bitcoin’s market cap has fallen below $1 trillion dollars and many cryptocurrency traders are growing nervous that the popping of the Dogecoin bubble is triggering a mass unwind of positions. The potential Biden tax on crypto was the primary catalyst for Friday’s 10% drop.
Turkey’s ban on use of cryptocurrency for payments and restrictions to transfer funds is also raising some concerns in the cryptoverse that other countries might follow suit. Despite overdue correction, many retail investors are likely to be buying this dip. Institutional cryptocurrency traders might wait for a deeper drop.
Key Economic Events
Monday, April 26
-UK Prime Minister Johnson and his Indian counterpart, Modi, discuss trade and security.
-ECB Executive Board member Panetta speaks
-ECB Chief Economist Lane speaks at the European Statistical Forum.
-Iran nuclear deal joint commission reconvenes
Economic Data:
US durable goods
Germany Apr IFO business climate: 97.5 estimate v 96.6 prior; Expectations: 101.2 estimate v 100.4 prior
Singapore industrial production
Turkey capacity utilization
Poland unemployment
Spain PPI
Belgium business confidence
OPEC+ joint technical committee meets
Tuesday, April 27
-U.K. Chancellor of the Exchequer Sunak takes questions in the House of Commons.
Economic Data
US FHFA house price index, Conference Board consumer confidence
Bank of Japan (BOJ) Rate decision and press conference: No changes expected
Hungary Central Bank Rate Decision: No changes expected with interest rates
Sweden central bank (Riksbank) Rate Decision: to maintain asset purchase program and to keep rates and the rate path at zero through Q 12024.
– Fed Chair Powell holds a press conference following the FOMC policy decision
– President Biden delivers first address to a joint session of Congress.
– ECB President Lagarde speaks
– Riksbank Deputy Governor Breman speaks on current monetary policy
– OPEC and its allies hold a full ministerial meeting
– Turkey central bank Governor Kavcioglu holds his first press conference on the inflation outlook.
– South Africa President Ramaphosa testifies at an inquiry into state corruption.
Economic Data/Events:
FOMC Policy Decision and press conference: No change in policy expected; Powell likely to remain upbeat but avoid giving any clues on the taper asset purchases
US wholesale inventories
Australia CPI
Russia CPI
Japan Retail sales
France Consumer confidence
Singapore Unemployment
Hungary Unemployment
Earnings results from Facebook, Apple, Boeing, and Deutsche Bank
EIA Crude Oil Inventory Report
Thursday, April 29
– ECB Vice President de Guindos speaks.
-Swiss National Bank reports Q1 results and currency allocation.
Economic Data:
US Q1 Advance GDP Q/Q: 6.5% estimate v 4.3% prior, initial jobless claims, pending home sales
Eurozone economic/consumer confidence
Germany CPI, unemployment
New Zealand trade balance, ANZ business confidence
Spain CPI, unemployment
Sweden economic tendency survey, consumer confidence
Denmark unemployment
South Africa PPI
Italy PPI
Hungary trade balance
Russia gold and forex reserves
Earnings results from Royal Dutch Shell, Amazon, Caterpillar, and Samsung
Friday, April 30
– Turkey’s central bank bans regulatory ban on cryptocurrencies begins
– SNB President Jordan speaks at the central bank’s annual general meeting.
– South Africa’s ruling African National Congress could use corruption charges to suspend its secretary-general, Magashule, a key opponent of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s economic reforms
Economic Data:
US personal income/spending, University of Michigan consumer sentiment, MNI Chicago PMI,
Baker Hughes rig count
Eurozone Unemployment
Italy Unemployment
China Apr Manufacturing PMI: 51.6 estimate v 51.9 prior; Non-Mfg: 56.0 estimate v 56.3 prior
Germany Q1 Q/Q GDP: -1.5% estimate v 0.3% prior
Eurozone Q1 Q/Q GDP: -0.8% estimate v -0.7% prior
France Q1 GDP
Italy Q1 GDP
Mexico Q1 GDP
Spain Q1 GDP
Portugal Q1 GDP
Eurozone CPI
Poland CPI
Japan Tokyo CPI, jobless rate, industrial production, Manufacturing PMI, housing starts
Australia private sector credit, PPI
South Africa trade balance, money supply, budget balance
Switzerland Retail sales
Turkey Trade balance
Earnings Results from Barclays, Exxon Mobil and Chevron
The New Mexico Department of Health, in a statement, said that a man in Lincoln County “succumbed to the plague.” The man, who was not identified, was hospitalized before his death, officials said.
They further noted that it is the first human case of plague in New Mexico since 2021 and also the first death since 2020, according to the statement. No other details were provided, including how the disease spread to the man.
The agency is now doing outreach in Lincoln County, while “an environmental assessment will also be conducted in the community to look for ongoing risk,” the statement continued.
“This tragic incident serves as a clear reminder of the threat posed by this ancient disease and emphasizes the need for heightened community awareness and proactive measures to prevent its spread,” the agency said.
A bacterial disease that spreads via rodents, it is generally spread to people through the bites of infected fleas. The plague, known as the black death or the bubonic plague, can spread by contact with infected animals such as rodents, pets, or wildlife.
The New Mexico Health Department statement said that pets such as dogs and cats that roam and hunt can bring infected fleas back into homes and put residents at risk.
Officials warned people in the area to “avoid sick or dead rodents and rabbits, and their nests and burrows” and to “prevent pets from roaming and hunting.”
“Talk to your veterinarian about using an appropriate flea control product on your pets as not all products are safe for cats, dogs or your children” and “have sick pets examined promptly by a veterinarian,” it added.
“See your doctor about any unexplained illness involving a sudden and severe fever, the statement continued, adding that locals should clean areas around their home that could house rodents like wood piles, junk piles, old vehicles, and brush piles.
The plague, which is spread by the bacteria Yersinia pestis, famously caused the deaths of an estimated hundreds of millions of Europeans in the 14th and 15th centuries following the Mongol invasions. In that pandemic, the bacteria spread via fleas on black rats, which historians say was not known by the people at the time.
Other outbreaks of the plague, such as the Plague of Justinian in the 6th century, are also believed to have killed about one-fifth of the population of the Byzantine Empire, according to historical records and accounts. In 2013, researchers said the Justinian plague was also caused by the Yersinia pestis bacteria.
But in the United States, it is considered a rare disease and usually occurs only in several countries worldwide. Generally, according to the Mayo Clinic, the bacteria affects only a few people in U.S. rural areas in Western states.
Recent cases have occurred mainly in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Countries with frequent plague cases include Madagascar, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Peru, the clinic says. There were multiple cases of plague reported in Inner Mongolia, China, in recent years, too.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a bubonic plague infection include headache, chills, fever, and weakness. Health officials say it can usually cause a painful swelling of lymph nodes in the groin, armpit, or neck areas. The swelling usually occurs within about two to eight days.
The disease can generally be treated with antibiotics, but it is usually deadly when not treated, the Mayo Clinic website says.
“Plague is considered a potential bioweapon. The U.S. government has plans and treatments in place if the disease is used as a weapon,” the website also says.
According to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the last time that plague deaths were reported in the United States was in 2020 when two people died.
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Real estate is a vibrant, dynamic and competitive industry. From the thrill of a sale to the pursuit of new leads, it keeps you on your toes. That said, it can also be incredibly isolating, and it can be hard to stay motivated. As a way to deal with this, many agents and brokers seek out professional mentorship as a means to gain insight and level up their performance. Across the country, the best real estate coaches serve as valuable mentors who can help agents and brokers achieve the success they deserve.
“It’s really hard for independent business owners to get unbiased advice from themselves,” says Kyle Scott, President of SERHANT. Ventures. “So they need unbiased experts to work with that will help them grow their business — someone who has been there, who has done it, and who is able to see their business from both the 35,000-foot view and down in the weeds.”
A quick internet search will prove that real estate coaching programs are plentiful. Whether you’re looking to expand your team or client network or figure out how to delegate work so you can focus on the tasks you do best, a real estate coaching program could be a valuable launchpad. But when it comes to choosing the right one for your unique needs, there’s a lot to consider. Here, we highlight some of the best real estate coaches in the industry and their programs.
An unbiased view is worth millions. Often, we turn to our closest friends and family for guidance. Unfortunately, they’re usually not familiar with the ins and outs of the real estate industry and can’t provide you with the relevant feedback you need. As a result, many independent contractors rely on themselves, which generally doesn’t work either.
You can’t advise yourself, you’re too close to it. A coach works best for someone who is actually looking to grow their business, someone who is looking to put in the time and the energy to make a difference in achieving more income this year.
Hire a coach if you want to start taking your business to the next level for any reason — you want to make more money, have more freedom with your time, or stop riding the ins and outs of the commission cycle.President of SERHANT. Ventures
1. Sell It Like Serhant
Key Facts
Grown throughout the pandemic, the Sell It Like Serhant program has been carefully adapted to the current market. It follows a weekly and bi-weekly platform featuring one-on-one virtual coaching from Serhant’s proprietary video platform. After a half-hour or hour-long group meeting every week or every other week, participants follow actionable steps to help them grow their business. Thus far, more than 22,000 enrollees in 128 countries have been through the Sell It Like Serhant program.
What We Love
Serhant offers daily office hours so participants can pop into virtual sessions to ask questions or get expert advice between their regularly scheduled sessions. A community platform also allows participants to pass referrals to each other. Thus far, it seems to have worked: To date, participating agents have closed over $250 million of referral deals.
Pricing
There are different membership tiers, depending on the level of guidance you need. The introductory Real Estate Core Course starts at $497. Prices are higher for a more specific course or one with 1:1 coaching.
Who’s it Best For?
If you’re looking to build a memorable personal brand, SERHANT. is the way to go. “The number one differentiator about our program is we understand that as a real estate agent, you have one job: to generate leads,” says SERHANT. Ventures President Kyle Scott. “Our number one focus is helping you build a clear, compelling, memorable personal brand and put your lead generation on autopilot. So that way, you can do what you do best, which is build relationships and close deals.”
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2. Tom Ferry International
Key Facts
For good reason, Ferry International refers to itself as the real estate industry’s leading coaching and training company. Focused on Ferry’s “8 Levels of Performance,” the programs are a staple of real estate coaching. Their new group coaching sessions cover various aspects of real estate sales.
Prospecting Bootcamp is a 14-hour program comprised of seven two-hour group coaching sessions, and includes a peer-to-peer collaboration space. It involves independent work pulled from training videos and downloadable resources.
Recruitment Roadmap consists of hour-long sessions each week for ten weeks. Completed over Zoom and through the Tom Ferry video platform, each group coaching program offers a high level of specialization.
Finally, their Fast Track program offers 12 interactive group coaching sessions designed to help new agents build the necessary skills to succeed — like mastering listing presentations and handling objections.
What we love
If you’re looking for the gold standard of real estate coaching, Tom Ferry has the goods to back up the bravado. Because of their many years in the biz, Tom Ferry has a huge base of coaches, which means there are plenty of options to find the program best suited for your specific needs.
Pricing
Tom Ferry’s Prospecting Bootcamp and Fast Track coaching programs cost $999 but can be broken down into three monthly payments. The Recruitment Roadmap group coaching costs $1,499 but can be split into three monthly payments of $500. Consider their free coaching consultation if you want to dip your toes in the water. Check out their customer reviews, where several coaching program alums rave about the program.
Who’s it Best For?
If you thrive in a group setting that allows you to feed off the energy of others, Tom Ferry might be right for you. Their group coaching programs are new and more affordable alternatives to often costly 1:1 coaching fees.
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3. Tim and Julie Harris
Key Facts
The dynamic duo of real estate coaching, Tim and Julie Harris are a major name in the industry. Under their business, Harris Real Estate Coaching, their programs are divided into three tiers: Premier, Premier Plus, and VIP, all of which rely on a user-friendly online platform.
Pricing
Premier platform costs $197 per month, but a 30-day free trial is available. Premier Plus costs $599 per month, while VIP costs $999 per month. Of course, their wildly successful podcast is a great free resource to tap into, as well as Tim and Julie’s many written contributions to HousingWire.
Who’s it Best For?
If you’re constantly on the go, the ability to access the course from any device is a major asset.
4. Candy Miles-Crocker
Key Facts
Newbies are welcome at Candy Miles Crocker’s program. Known as the “Real Life Realtor,” she’s the brain behind Real Life Real Estate Training. With a variety of courses in her offerings, including a plethora of self-paced online courses, Miles-Crocker gives new agents a leg-up on the rest.
What we love
Miles-Crocker is still an active agent, working with clients to close deals. Her 20+ years of experience practicing in Washington, D.C., Virginia and Maryland have helped her build “systems, strategies and scripts” that she shares with her coaching clients.
Pricing
The CORE Essentials Blueprint program retails for $1,597. Smaller, more specific courses, such as The Buyer Presentation, are priced at $347. While all pricing isn’t listed on her website, Miles-Crocker also offers a free course that includes her 6-point system for growth.
Who’s it Best For?
Miles-Crocker’s courses could be beneficial if you are new to agent life or looking to get your business reorganized. She even has one specifically for your first 30 days as a real estate agent.
5. Ashley Harwood
Key Facts
Boston-based Ashley Harwood inspires introverts with her convincing, heartfelt and high-touch approach to practicing real estate. Her very human, very relatable Move Over Extroverts coaching approach is the perfect antidote for cheerleader-style coaches that urge you to door-knock, chase down divorce leads or become a social media superstar.
What we love
Harwood is a licensed agent coaching agents week-in and week-out at no less than three Keller-Williams offices in the great Boston metro. We love her humanity, inspiring videos, and her latest enterpise — The Quiet Success Club. Inspired by Susan Cain’s New York Times bestseller Quiet, about the power of introverts, Harwood brings together a community of like-minded real estate agents wanting a more client-centric approach to succeeding as an agent.
Pricing
Join The Quiet Success Club for $45 per month (paid monthly) or get two months free when you pay for an annual subscription (for $450). The club is currently offering founding member pricing for $25 per month or $250, but it’s a limited-time offer available only under April 30, 2024. Or get a lifetime membership to Harwood’s suite of courses, called IntrovertU, for a one-time cost of $997.
Who’s it Best For?
Introverts, of course! While you may not count yourself as one, if you read Susan Cain’s book, you may unearth your more introverted traits — like recharging your battery by being alone. Ok, even if you don’t bask in solitude, Harwood promises a calming community where agents can be themselves, be seen, and where they don’t have to be the loudest voice in her mastermind group, purposefully (and quietly) designed to teach successful lead generation and other strategies.
6. Levi Lascsak
If you’re looking to improve your social media game, Levi Lascsak is the YouTube master. The author of Passive Prospecting specializes in helping real estate professionals embrace the video platform, and he does so in jam-packed, 2-day virtual events. Discover how he earned over $4 million in gross commission income as a new agent.
What we love
Lascsak’s social media marketing skills are top-of-the-line. While he may not be part of the traditional world of real estate coaching, Lascak’s ability to relate to younger audiences is an asset that Millennial and Gen Z agents might appreciate.
Pricing
The live, 2-day events are available at a discount for $47. But as you can expect, he’s got endless information available for free on YouTube.
Who’s it best for?
If you’re a digital native looking to pack a bunch of education into a short period, a Lascsak course is particularly beneficial.
7. Jess Lenouvel
Key Facts
Promising to help agents scale from six to seven figures, The Listings Lab founder Jess Lenouvel is the author of More Money, Less Hustle. A strong example of a coach with a significant understanding of social media, Lenouvel hosts vibrant live events that hype up the audience and prepare them to take their career to the next level.
What we Love
Lenouvel emphasizes the significant power of mindset to achieve one’s goals. She understands how quickly the market shifts and emphasizes staying on top of trends to succeed.
Lenouvel’s live events focus on messaging. For those looking to solidify their brand and develop a clear, concise message, her events might be what you need.
8. Buffini & Company
Key Facts
Another giant of the real estate coaching industry, Buffini & Company is one of the largest coaching and training companies in the United States. They have two major coaching programs: The Leadership Coaching program includes three monthly coaching calls, free admission to a 2-day conference, and curriculums and training led by Brian Buffini. There are also bi-monthly coaching sessions and a monthly web series with a live Q&A.
Buffini & Company also performs a REALstrengths profile — an in-depth personality assessment. In the One2One Coaching program, there are two coaching calls per month, a monthly marketing kit, the REALStrengths profile, and as with the SERHANT. program, Buffini features the Buffini Referral Network, allowing participants to send and receive referrals with other agents.
What We Love
Buffini coaches aren’t independent contractors. Instead, they’re full-time employees who go through intense training. Thus far, they’ve conducted 1.7 million coaching calls and more than one million hours of coaching.
Pricing
The Leadership Coaching program costs $1,499 a month. Private coaching, referred to as One2One Coaching, costs $549 per month. Two tiers of Referral Maker courses are available from $45 to $149 each per month.
Who’s it Best For?
Team spirit is the name of the game for Buffini’s Leadership Coaching program. If you’re a team leader looking to improve your coaching skills and assist your team in leveling up, the Leadership Coaching program might be right for you. If you want a more personalized path as a solo agent, the One2One Coaching program may be a better fit.
9. Vanda Martin
Key Facts
A popular name in the real estate coaching industry, Vanda Martin’s VIP Coaching Program follows three components: coaching, content, and community. Martin doesn’t shy away from mistakes – instead, she emphasizes avoiding indecision that puts you behind the pack.
What we love
Positive vibes are plentiful in Martin’s world, and her energy is tangible. Just check out her Instagram videos.
Pricing
Martin’s pricing isn’t listed.
Who’s it best for?
If you’re looking for a female leader who emphasizes loving your job and building habits that will take you to a greater level of success, Martin’s ability to convey those feelings is clear. Just check out the endless testimonials on her website.
9. Tat Londono
Key Facts
Tatiana Londono is the founder and CEO of Londono Realty Group Inc. The author of Real Estate Unfiltered, she offers a variety of programming that ranges from free templates to intensive coaching sessions. The Millionaire Realtor Membership provides weekly input from Londono, while the intensive Millionaire Real Estate Agent Coaching Program focuses on building 12-month objectives using a custom success action plan. It uses live programming and workshops with Londono herself, as well as an exclusive online community and referral network for members.
What we love
Londono’s keen sense of social media and her posts are a masterclass in how to boost your engagement on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Don’t miss her takes on Taylor Swift’s real estate portfolio.
Londono’s programs specifically target agents who are looking to scale their business. If you’re struggling with lead generation or want to increase the number of views you’re racking up on social media, Londono is a valuable source within the industry.
10. Steve Shull
Key Facts
Steve Shull’s Performance Coaching focuses on using consistent execution to achieve your goals. With options ranging from 1:1 private coaching to small group coaching for 10 to 20 agents, the groups have 30-minute Zoom calls three times a day, but the number of sessions you choose to attend is up to you. Several self-directed courses are also available on the website, focusing on topics ranging from mindset to time blocking.
What we love
If you’re not positive you want to make the investment, Performance Coaching allows a 14-day free trial of daily accountability calls.
Pricing
Small group coaching costs $6,000 a year, and while 1:1 coaching prices aren’t listed online, you should prepare for a hefty price tag.
Who’s it Best For?
If you have a specific area you’re looking to improve upon, Performance Coaching offers coaches with unique areas of expertise, ranging from CRMs to business strategy. Tailoring your program to your greatest areas of weakness can help you become a more well-rounded agent.
11. Aaron Novello
Key Facts
Aaron Novello of Elite Real Estate Coaching has several programs tailor-made for agents looking to hone their craft. A Masterclass in Systems works to teach agents how to scale their real estate business, organize their team, and use programming like Follow Up Boss to manage their business.
The Role Play Mastermind is for agents looking to prepare themselves for tough discussions by working with a role-play partner for 15 to 30 minutes, five days a week. The group coaching option includes a variety of scripts Novello used to close on homes, as well as mindset guides, skill sheets, and expert guidance from experts in the field.
What we love
Novello’s exclusive accountability group allows active members and former coaching clients to share everything from guidance to motivation. If you’re looking to save money, Novello also has a free podcast available on YouTube.
If you struggle with having difficult conversations and are looking for solid templates to guide you, Novello’s Role Play Mastermind is a solid investment. The group coaching option emphasizes taking the educational portion and putting it into practice in the real world rather than just watching videos.
12. Krista Mashore Coaching
Key Facts
Filled with energy and known for popping up in the press, Krista Mashore is the mind behind Unstoppable Agent, her 3-day mastery class. It includes over 15 hours of coaching, group workshops, breakout sessions, and skill-building workshops to provide you with the skills to implement digital marketing successfully into your real estate business.
What we love
A positive attitude counts for a lot, and Mashore’s personality is a key component of the success of her course.
Pricing
Mashore’s accessibility is another one of her program’s best assets. Her 3-day class is currently priced at $47, but pricing occasionally varies.
Who’s it best for?
If you crave energy and enthusiasm, Krista Mashore has the goods. She’s also an expert on working in today’s low-inventory market, which is ideal for someone struggling with the current housing shortage. But she’s also got a good sense of humor, which shines through in her social media presence.
The full picture: The best real estate coaches for 2024
Hiring a top real estate coach goes far beyond just expanding your skills. While growing and educating yourself as you navigate your career is essential, hiring a coach is all about seeking to achieve more. Whether you’re looking to boost lead generation, build a solid personal brand, or make more commission income, having the input of a seasoned expert is a priceless step in the right direction. As you can see through the endless reviews and testimonials on coaches’ websites, agents who want to scale their business and take their profits to a higher level often seek the outside guidance of a coach. While the cost of hiring someone may be significant, the return on investment is equally as monumental.
Real estate coaching programs vary in price significantly. Most cost over $500 per month, with others charging several thousand dollars per month. “Oftentimes, it is the case that you get what you pay for,” said Kyle Scott, President of SERHANT. Ventures.
However, prices can also vary depending on the specific niche of real estate coaching you’re focusing on. The more specificity you’re seeking, the higher the financial investment. Of course, self-led courses are likely to cost much less.
Does your career feel stalled right now? Are you ready to take your career to the next level, but you’re not sure where to start? In a down market, you can channel your time and energy into actively improving your business skills so that you’ll be sufficiently prepared for when the market changes.
“When things pick up again, you’re ready to capture the climbing market,” says Scott. “If that’s the case, then the best time to embrace coaching is now. At the same time, a thriving market presents agents with new challenges, ranging from having to turn away business or being unable to service your existing business in a way you’re proud of,” Scott noted. “In that type of market, a real estate coach can help you determine what kind of junior agent or assistant would serve you best. How do I figure out how to manage my business in a way that I can keep up with the volume?”
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said in a new interview that he’s not ruling out accepting a White House position if former President Donald Trump is reelected in November.
“If I get a chance to serve and think that I can make a difference ... I’m almost certainly going to say yes to that opportunity to try and deliver on behalf of the American people,” he told Fox News, when asked during a interview if he would work for President Trump again.
“I’m confident President Trump will be looking for people who will faithfully execute what it is he asked them to do,” Mr. Pompeo said during the interview, which aired on March 8. “I think as a president, you should always want that from everyone.”
He said that as a former secretary of state, “I certainly wanted my team to do what I was asking them to do and was enormously frustrated when I found that I couldn’t get them to do that.”
Mr. Pompeo, a former U.S. representative from Kansas, served as Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) director in the Trump administration from 2017 to 2018 before he was secretary of state from 2018 to 2021. After he left office, there was speculation that he could mount a Republican presidential bid in 2024, but announced that he wouldn’t be running.
President Trump hasn’t publicly commented about Mr. Pompeo’s remarks.
In 2023, amid speculation that he would make a run for the White House, Mr. Pompeo took a swipe at his former boss, telling Fox News at the time that “the Trump administration spent $6 trillion more than it took in, adding to the deficit.”
“That’s never the right direction for the country,” he said.
In a public appearance last year, Mr. Pompeo also appeared to take a shot at the 45th president by criticizing “celebrity leaders” when urging GOP voters to choose ahead of the 2024 election.
2024 Race
Mr. Pompeo’s interview comes as the former president was named the “presumptive nominee” by the Republican National Committee (RNC) last week after his last major Republican challenger, former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, dropped out of the 2024 race after failing to secure enough delegates. President Trump won 14 out of 15 states on Super Tuesday, with only Vermont—which notably has an open primary—going for Ms. Haley, who served as President Trump’s U.S. ambassador to the United Nations.
On March 8, the RNC held a meeting in Houston during which committee members voted in favor of President Trump’s nomination.
“Congratulations to President Donald J. Trump on his huge primary victory!” the organization said in a statement last week. “I’d also like to congratulate Nikki Haley for running a hard-fought campaign and becoming the first woman to win a Republican presidential contest.”
Earlier this year, the former president criticized the idea of being named the presumptive nominee after reports suggested that the RNC would do so before the Super Tuesday contests and while Ms. Haley was still in the race.
Also on March 8, the RNC voted to name Trump-endorsed officials to head the organization. Michael Whatley, a North Carolina Republican, was elected the party’s new national chairman in a vote in Houston, and Lara Trump, the former president’s daughter-in-law, was voted in as co-chair.
“The RNC is going to be the vanguard of a movement that will work tirelessly every single day to elect our nominee, Donald J. Trump, as the 47th President of the United States,” Mr. Whatley told RNC members in a speech after being elected, replacing former chair Ronna McDaniel. Ms. Trump is expected to focus largely on fundraising and media appearances.
President Trump hasn’t signaled whom he would appoint to various federal agencies if he’s reelected in November. He also hasn’t said who his pick for a running mate would be, but has offered several suggestions in recent interviews.
In various interviews, the former president has mentioned Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), Vivek Ramaswamy, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, and South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, among others.
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