If You List You Last Podcast

Episode 59 - Scaling your business to 7 figures!

Bob Mangold

Framework for a Seven-Figure Real Estate Business

  • Goal: Create a life-changing real estate business with reliable cash flow in any market

Steps to Build a Successful Real Estate Business

1. Business Plan

  • Write a detailed plan including transaction goals and necessary systems.
  • Analyze zip codes, market trends, and referral networks.
  • Use AI and automation for tasks like blog writing, CRM management, and marketing.

2. Targeted Database

  • Build a database of at least 5,000 people across diverse client categories (e.g., seniors, divorcing homeowners).
  • Implement a robust follow-up system (emails, calls, direct mail).

3. Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

  • Articulate in 30 seconds why clients should hire you over competitors.
  • Build all marketing strategies around your USP.

4. Automation & Systems

  • Automate lead follow-up and integrate with websites and social media.
  • Use virtual assistants for tasks like circle prospecting and database management.

5. Personal Branding

  • Define and market your USP across social media, email, and advertising.
  • Create and automate consistent social media content to stay visible.

6. Lead Conversion

  • Prioritize converting existing leads over generating new ones.
  • Develop tailored strategies for specific client types (e.g., FSBOs, expired listings).

7. Lead Generation

  • Dedicate 10+ hours per week to circle prospecting, open houses, and advertising.
  • Use low-cost methods like Facebook ads and Google Pay Per Click.

8. Focus on Listings

  • Listings provide leverage and are more efficient (10 hours vs. 40 hours for buyers).
  • Develop a unique listing process tailored to client goals.

9. Operations & Delegation

  • Delegate $10/hour tasks (e.g., paperwork, social media posting) to virtual assistants.
  • Focus on high-value tasks like taking listings and training buyer’s agents.

10. Building Referral Networks

  • Develop relationships with local and national referral partners (e.g., military bases, attorneys).
  • Regularly connect with referral partners and clients to maintain relationships.

11. Multiple Revenue Streams

  • Earn referral fees from agents, affiliate income from services, and rebates or equity opportunities.
  • Build scalable systems for consistent income.
  • Focus Areas: Listings, mindset, and systematization.
  • Success Requirements:
    • Detailed planning, consistent action, and willingness to invest time and money.
    • Avoid "10/hour tasks" and focus on high-value activities.
  • Mindset Shift: You control your success; the economy does not.

Call to Action

  • Assessment Tool: Use a free QR code-based assessment to identify business gaps.
  • Next Class: The Tactical Guide for Building a Recession-Proof Real Estate Business (next Thursday).
  • Contact Options: Schedule a free 30-minute call with Bob Mangold for guidance.

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The Real Estate Market & Agent Challenges

  • Market Trends (2020–2024):
    • High transaction levels in 2021 vs. significant drop in 2024.
    • Issues with interest rates and inventory.
  • Agent Statistics:
    • 87% of agents fail in real estate; most have less than 3 years of experience.
    • New agents are achieving unexpected success—how and why?
  • Key Insight: Agents’ mindset determines their success, not the economy.

Framework for a Seven-Figure Real Estate Business

  • Goal: Create a life-changing real estate business with reliable cash flow in any market.
  • Blueprint Features:
    • Focus on listings over buyers.
    • Develop consistent lead sources, a large database, and efficient systems.
    • Prioritize mindset, perseverance, and CEO-level strategy.

Steps to Build a Successful Real Estate Business

1. Business Plan

  • Write a detailed plan including transaction goals and necessary systems.
  • Analyze zip codes, market trends, and referral networks.
  • Use AI and automation for tasks like blog writing, CRM management, and marketing.

2. Targeted Database

  • Build a database of at least 5,000 people across diverse client categories (e.g., seniors, divorcing homeowners).
  • Implement a robust follow-up system (emails, calls, direct mail).

3. Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

  • Articulate in 30 seconds why clients should hire you over competitors.
  • Build all marketing strategies around your USP.

4. Automation & Systems

  • Automate lead follow-up and integrate with websites and social media.
  • Use virtual assistants for tasks like circle prospecting and database management.

5. Personal Branding

  • Define and market your USP across social media, email, and advertising.
  • Create and automate consistent social media content to stay visible.

6. Lead Conversion

  • Prioritize converting existing leads over generating new ones.
  • Develop tailored strategies for specific client types (e.g., FSBOs, expired listings).

7. Lead Generation

  • Dedicate 10+ hours per week to circle prospecting, open houses, and advertising.
  • Use low-cost methods like Facebook ads and Google Pay Per Click.

8. Focus on Listings

  • Listings provide leverage and are more efficient (10 hours vs. 40 hours for buyers).
  • Develop a unique listing process tailored to client goals.

9. Operations & Delegation

  • Delegate $10/hour tasks (e.g., paperwork, social media posting) to virtual assistants.
  • Focus on high-value tasks like taking listings and training buyer’s agents.

10. Building Referral Networks

  • Develop relationships with local and national referral partners (e.g., military bases, attorneys).
  • Regularly connect with referral partners and clients to maintain relationships.

11. Multiple Revenue Streams

  • Earn referral fees from agents, affiliate income from services, and rebates or equity opportunities.
  • Build scalable systems for consistent income.

Key Takeaways

  • Focus Areas: Listings, mindset, and systematization.
  • Success Requirements:
    • Detailed planning, consistent action, and willingness to invest time and money.
    • Avoid "10/hour tasks" and focus on high-value activities.
  • Mindset Shift: You control your success; the economy does not.

Call to Action

  • Assessment Tool: Use a free QR code-based assessment to identify business gaps.
  • Next Class: The Tactical Guide for Building a Recession-Proof Real Estate Business (next Thursday).
  • Contact Options: Schedule a free 30-minute call with Bob Mangold for guidance.

Conclusion

  • Success is possible but requires work and a plan.
  • Implement the provided framework step-by-step to build a scalable, life-changing real estate business.

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