MetroCast May 2026 Ft. Bernard Brown Jr.

In this month’s MetroCast, Coach Oliver and I reflected on the energy from Metro Unite 2026 and the continued strength of the Metro Brokers family. From the office spirit to the award winners, affiliate partners, staff, managers, and agents in attendance, this year’s celebration was another reminder of the culture, pride, and connection that make our company special.We also discussed the current market and the importance of staying focused during a season filled with distractions. While the market remains relatively flat, homes are still selling, strong listings are still getting attention, and well-positioned properties can still generate multiple offers. The agents who stay active, visible, and connected to their sphere are the ones best positioned to find opportunities.A major highlight of the episode was our conversation with Bernard Brown Jr. from the West Cobb office. Bernard shared the story behind a recent luxury listing that sold for $3.7 million, which was $100,000 over the original list price. His success came from years of consistency, follow-up, patience, persistence, and trust-building with a client relationship that started long before this transaction.Bernard’s story is also a reminder to take advantage of the advantages. From Broker Support and coaching to Marketing Minute, Canva, RealScout, MoxiEngage, Distinctive Collection, and MetroNet, agents have access to tools and support designed to help them grow. As Bernard put it, his team is the Metro team, and the agents who lean into those resources are the ones most likely to build momentum.Coach Oliver also reminded agents that May can be one of the most distracting months of the year, with holidays, graduations, weddings, and family commitments all competing for attention. Even during busy seasons, it is important to keep your business moving. Tools like MoxiEngage and RealScout can help agents stay connected with clients and continue meaningful follow-up.RealScout continues to create real results for agents who use it consistently. Kevin shared that one agent recently reengaged with RealScout after being away from the market and wrote three contracts in May directly connected to the platform. That is exactly why we continue to invest in tools that help agents work smarter and turn client activity into real business opportunities.We also discussed the upcoming Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Better Retreat in Las Vegas, taking place October 19–22. As announced at Metro Unite, any Metro Brokers award winner from Bronze level and above is eligible to have their registration reimbursed, as long as they register before June 30 and attend.Register for The Better Retreat at https://web.cvent.com/event/ca61c90b-7262-4000-a47b-6fd56d64a5ec/summary.