Real Realtors 010 | Alex Lopez and Rachael Hand

Today on Real Realtors, I talked with I had a chance to catch up with Alex Lopez, who is set to close 15 properties this year, and Rachael Hand, who is the incoming president-elect for the Contra Costa Association of Realtors. We talked about their involvement in real estate, some tips they had for other agents, as well as diving into Props 60 and 90 and their impact on housing. We also touched on the current GOP Tax Plan and how it might affect the California housing market, and finished with a little Thanksgiving foods preview. This was a very engaging episode, and I think there is a lot to be gained from it. Alex Lopez: http://bit.ly/2iGqqX0 Rachael Hand: http://bit.ly/2zG1idT Introduction Getting involved in real estate Average time for first closing Rachael Hand, President-Elect of the Contra Costa Association of Realtors Early years Volunteering, balancing work vs. life How Alex got started Wanted to give back Mentorship, Keller Williams, Community events Prop 90 + 60 2018 ballot initiative/ impact reaction from the public more housing/ financial impact Scouting Neighborhoods Community safety Who to talk to: police, neighbors, checking out the grocery store Better showcase a property When to post listings/ holding private open houses Using Facebook for a property GOP Tax Plan Impact on housing rates Explaining supply and demand of California homes to buyers Underpricing Thanksgiving Favorite/ least favorite side dishes Most unique side dish What are you drinking