Freeman On Real Estate pod617 - The Boston Podcast Network

In this episode of 'Freeman on Real Estate,' Mike Freeman dives into the complexities surrounding a lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors about real estate commission structures. They discuss the potential settlement's implications, including the possibility of real estate buyers and sellers negotiating lower commissions and the effects on housing costs. Mike clarifies misconceptions about commissions, emphasizing that they are negotiable and not fixed by any organization. He further explores how the settlement could change the real estate landscape, including the requirement for buyer's agreements and its impact on realtor practices and associations' relevancy. The episode also touches on the role of attorneys in the lawsuit and concludes with a light-hearted segment on Mike's preference for starring in a romantic comedy over a horror movie.
Topics
00:34 Diving into the Real Estate Commission Lawsuit
02:27 Exploring the Implications of the Settlement
03:12 Clarifying Misconceptions and Future Changes
08:22 The Role and Future of Real Estate Organizations
11:30 Navigating the Future of Real Estate Transactions
20:14 Personal Insights: Romantic Comedy vs. Horror Movie

Realtor Mike Freeman discusses the recent lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors regarding commissions in the real estate industry. He clarifies misconceptions and provides insights into the potential impacts of the settlement on homebuyers and sellers. Mike highlights the importance of transparency in real estate transactions and shares details about the proposed changes in commission structures. Additionally, he shares his thoughts on the upcoming NFL draft and the strategies the Patriots should consider. Tune in to learn more about the implications of the lawsuit and how to connect with Mike Freeman.
Call Mike on his cell at 617.759.1513.
Email MIke at mike.freeman@nemoves.com
Website: mikefreemanhomes.com
Topics:
01:16 Breaking Down the National Association of Realtors Lawsuit
01:58 Analyzing the News Clip on Real Estate Commissions
03:40 Mike Freeman's Take on Misinformation and Lawsuit Details
04:20 The Reality of Real Estate Commissions and Seller Misconceptions
11:26 Impact of the Lawsuit on Transparency and Buyer-Seller Dynamics
18:01 More About Mike: NFL Draft and Patriots Strategy

In this episode of "Freeman on Real Estate," Mike Freeman, a Realtor from Coldwell Banker with an MBA in finance, discusses the importance of insurance service with Ryan Morozek from Bearingstar Insurance. The conversation delves into the critical aspects of insurance service, emphasizing the necessity of proactive customer contact and personalized service. Ryan highlights how he differentiates himself by prioritizing service over merely selling policies. He emphasizes the importance of staying in touch with clients, checking in on their policies, and ensuring they feel appreciated. The discussion also touches upon the impact of reinsurance on rising insurance costs and the importance of keeping policies updated to account for inflation. The episode ends with a lighthearted segment where both Mike and Ryan discuss their favorite foods.
Contact Ryan at RyansGotYouCovered.com. Or email ryan.mrozek@bearingstar.com.
Call Mike on his cell at 617.759.1513.
Email MIke at mike.freeman@nemoves.com
Website: mikefreemanhomes.com

List of Topics:
00:02:00 - Introduction of Ryan Morozek from Bearingstar Insurance00:03:00 - Importance of service in insurance00:04:00 - Proactive policy renewal checks00:05:00 - Handling insurance claims00:06:00 - Working with a claims department00:07:00 - Being available for clients 24/700:08:00 - Checking and adjusting renewal premiums00:09:00 - The significance of inflation guard in policies00:10:00 - Consequences of being underinsured00:11:00 - Rising insurance costs due to reinsurance00:12:00 - Impact of global events on local insurance costs00:13:00 - Natural disasters and their effects on insurance00:14:00 - Number of clients and real estate market fluctuations00:15:00 - Differentiating oneself in the insurance industry00:16:00 - Ryan's favorite foods: ribeye, Arroz con gandules, and pierogies00:17:00 - Ryan's participation in Highland Games

Insurance professional Ryan Mrozek joins the show to talk about his process on bringing in new clients. 
Contact Ryan at RyansGotYouCovered.com. Or email ryan.mrozek@bearingstar.com.
Call Mike on his cell at 617.759.1513.
Email MIke at mike.freeman@nemoves.com
Website: mikefreemanhomes.com

Since 2008, Nancy Safran has been working with homeowners to edit and curate spaces and highlight their best features.
Email Nancy at nancy@showhousehomestaging.com or visit Showhousehomestaging.com
Call Mike on his cell at 617.759.1513.
Email MIke at mike.freeman@nemoves.com
Website: mikefreemanhomes.com

Since 2008, Nancy Safran has been working with homeowners to edit and curate spaces and highlight their best features.
Email Nancy at nancy@showhousehomestaging.com or visit Showhousehomestaging.com
Call Mike on his cell at 617.759.1513.
Email MIke at mike.freeman@nemoves.com
Website: mikefreemanhomes.com