Foreclosure.com Agent University recently issued its latest monthly newsletter, which is geared toward real estate professionals and real estate professionals only.

This month’s edition covers several important topics, including the new HAFA guidelines, which were introduced to streamline the use of short sales as a means of avoiding foreclosure.

Agents and brokers need to be prepared and make the most of this new situation because distressed real estate transactions (short sales, foreclosures, etc.) are going to account for a serious amount of business (and commissions) over the next few years.

And the new changes will go into effect in one month!

You’ll also hear from high-profile experts, Jeff Cole and Joe Martin, who will share their successful “on the ground” experiences and strategies with you to get the most out of your local market.

Our latest Certified Foreclosure Agent (CFA) and Certified Short Sale Agent (CSSA) graduates are also highlighted, as well as the myriad benefits of our industry-leading training programs provide.

So what are you waiting for? Agent University’s monthly newsletter (read it right here) is jam-packed with juicy nuggets and helpful information that can take your business to the next level. And it’s free.

Sign up to receive the newsletter today! Click here

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Have you ever seen the rain?

A classic song penned by John Fogerty comes to mind as I share with you my experience at ActiveRain’s “RainCamp” in Dallas, Texas, earlier this week.

Alongside more than 300 attendees, I learned the ins-and-outs of social media and marketing on the Web. This conference did not disappoint.

I was excited to learn from many of the top experts when it comes to marketing real estate. This day-long session focused on creating content, as well as how to gain higher visibility among the search engines.

We were provided with more than 75 different resources to research and explore. From CRMs to photo resources, agents in attendance — from across Texas and beyond — were able to take home the things learned and start applying them immediately to increase their listing and selling opportunities.

The agents in the room were definitely leading the pack because they understood that most house hunters are going to do their own research first before they reach out to an agent. So it’s important for agents to have a presence in the community both online and on the ground.

Since I’m a big believer of walking what I talk, I would highly recommend agents who want to learn how to grow their Web presence get educated and then go to work using the concepts they learned.

And then you will likely see the “rain” (in dollars) pouring in!

Extra! Extra! Read all about it!

Foreclosure.com Agent University is about to launch its first-ever newsletter, which is geared toward real estate professionals and real estate professionals only.

Our monthly communique will provide helpful information on how to begin and/or perfect the distressed property aspect of your career. Whether it’s about our career-building certification opportunities, breaking industry news or cutting-edge marketing strategies that work, Agent University’s newsletter will put you on at the forefront of the distressed property industry.

You’ll also hear from high-profile experts who will share their expertise with you and provide the support you need to maximize your share of the distressed property market.

Let’s be crystal clear: Distressed real estate is where the money is right now. And we’ll try and help you find the pot of gold in your area through this free agent-facing informational (and educational) resource.

That’s right, it’s free. So what are you waiting for?

Plug your pipeline with leads. Take your business to soaring new heights. Sign up to receive the newsletter today!

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It’s that time of year — prices are being slashed on just about everything with “Black Friday” week already upon us.

So we decided to toss our hat into savings pile. But it’s not just because everyone else is doing it.

On the contrary, we just returned from the 2009 Realtors® Conference & Expo in San Diego, Calif., which was held from Nov. 13 to Nov. 16. And one thing we all learned is that short sale transactions will comprise a significant amount of business for Realtors® for the next three to five years.

Whether you are a new agent or an experienced broker, now is the time to gain market share and pull away from your competition.

The Certified Short Sale Agent (CSSA) designation is an industry-recognized symbol of excellence and experience. It teaches Realtors® how to make short sales an effective and profitable part of their businesses.

Here are just some of the many benefits:

• Close more deals faster for bigger commissions
• Learn expert techniques to negotiate quick deals
• Get noticed by lenders as a preferred listing agent
• Reach the largest qualified buyer/seller pool
• Emerge as the most knowledgeable “go to” expert in your area

CSSA is a MUST have for any serious listing agent. And for this week only we have extended our NAR show special, which means that you can get CSSA certified NOW for our lowest price ever.

To take advantage of this limited-time discount training opportunity click here. If you have questions or need additional information feel free to call us anytime at (866) 382-4445.

More good news coming from the Foreclosure.com Community Expert Program (CEP).

We’ve already detailed several testimonials from busy, profit-earning CEP agents here, here, here and here. Today we have more positive experiences to share below from satisfied members of our nationwide network.

Our formula for success is as simple as 1, 2, 3:

1. Get noticed — Thousands of buyers search for properties in your area and recognize YOU as their go-to person.
2. Get connected — Buyers connect with YOU as a real estate expert. Calls and emails start pouring in.
3. Close deals — Build relationships today and close the deals tomorrow. Earn more money.

CEP is straightforward and effective. No nonsense, just solid leads from motivated buyers.

On the flip side, buyers benefit from knowledgeable and helpful real estate professionals who all go the extra mile to ensure total client satisfaction.

It’s the perfect real estate tool.

But enough of that, let’s hear what the latest batch of agents have to say about our CEP:

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