Raise the Bar or Step Aside — Time for Agents to Level Up

Today on the show, the real estate industry has a reputation problem. Consumers are more informed than ever, but too many agents are still relying on outdated tactics, offering little more than door access or search filters. This isn't just inefficient—it's eroding trust in our profession. In a marketplace where clients are more informed, competition is tighter, and expectations are higher than ever, the role of the real estate agent has never been under more scrutiny.     The days of coasting on a license, a business card, and a few listings are long gone. Today's buyers and sellers demand expertise, innovation, and true value—and the agents who don't rise to the occasion risk being left behind. This conversation isn't just about survival—it's about redefining what excellence in real estate should look like. Featuring Brown Harris Steven's Executive Director, Jared Antin alongside President of Platinum Properties, Teresa Stephenson.     Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network.     Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-new-york-real-estate-with-vince-rocco/id1645541166   Connect with Vince Rocco: https://www.bhsusa.com/real-estate-agent/vince-rocco   Connect with Jared Antin: https://www.bhsusa.com/bhs-leadership/jared-antin   Connect with Teresa Stephenson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-stephenson-0460b67/   Brown Harris Stevens is one of the largest privately owned real estate brokerages in the country, with more than 40 offices across four states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.   https://bhsusa.com/   #realestatebuyers #nycrealestate #realestate #vincerocco #TNYRE #theeverset #roadwaymoving #newyorkrealestate #nyc