Real Estate Agent Man - Florida Real Estate Knowledge For Buyers & Sellers
Welcome to Real Estate Agent Man, your go-to podcast for Florida real estate insights, hosted by Steve Martin Smith, an award-winning licensed Florida Real Estate Broker with Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County. With over $125 million in local sales and ranking among the top 1% of real estate professionals in Sarasota, Charlotte, and Manatee counties, Steve shares practical tips and market updates to empower buyers, sellers, homeowners, and renters. Downloaded in over 1,000 cities across 75 countries, this podcast delivers fun, informative episodes to prepare you for your next real estate adventure. From navigating buyer-broker agreements to understanding market trends and mastering the art of making an offer, Steve’s insights draw from decades of experience and a passion for turning property dreams into reality. Based in Venice, Florida, since moving from Detroit in 1983, Steve and his wife Katrina, the “house whisperer,” bring a client-first approach, offering flexible commission packages and expertise in sales, staging, and new construction. Tune in for bite-sized wisdom, like how to avoid costly mistakes or transform a neglected property, as heard in episodes like “From Rats to Radiant.” Get more quick tips on YouTube Shorts, the Slice of Florida Realty Facebook page, or at SliceOfFlorida.com. Ready to buy, sell, or invest? Call Slice of Florida Realty at (941) 894-9800
Episodes
In the second full year after the landmark NAR settlement, Florida’s real estate market hasn’t collapsed — it’s evolved into something far more transparent and buyer- and seller-friendly.
Host Steve Martin Smith shares eye-opening field notes from Sarasota County and surrounding areas (Pinebrook South, Wellen Park, Venice, North Port, Lakewood Ranch, and more). You’ll discover why a home selling at 92% of list price ...
Inspired by this SliceOfFlorida.com Blog Post
Podcast: Real Estate Agent Man
Episode Description:
Explore Florida’s competitive real estate market in Venice, Wellen Park, and Sarasota. We reveal unethical buyer agent practices that could cost you thousands. Learn to spot red flags in buyer brokerage agreements and protect your homebuying journey with expert tips from Slice of Florida Realty. Perfect for a...
Inspired by this SliceOfFlorida.com Blog Post
Episode Overview
In this episode of the Real Estate Agent Man Podcast, hosts Ian and Angela explore the "Florida Inspection Bluff," a buyer strategy in Florida real estate that leverages the inspection period to renegotiate prices. They break down how it works, signs to watch for, and why it can fail, with a real-world case study. A must-listen for anyone navigat...
Read the BLOG POST that was inspired by this episode
Navigating Buyer Broker Agreements
Episode Overview
In this episode, host Steve Martin Smith, joined by attorney Lauren Cole and his wife Katrina, tackles the complexities and confusion surrounding buyer broker agreements in Florida real estate. They discuss recent changes in real estate rules, share real-world stories of buyers being pressured into signing agreemen...
Episode Overview
In this episode, host Steve Martin Smith, joined by attorney Lauren Cole and his wife Katrina, tackles the complexities and confusion surrounding buyer broker agreements in Florida real estate. They discuss recent changes in real estate rules, share real-world stories of buyers being pressured into signing agreements, and clarify what consumers need to know to protect themselves. This episode is esse...
The cost of a buyer's professional real estate representative has always been paid by the buyer. Never the seller. If you think I'm wrong, this episode should prove my point . Buyers and their agents are hurting the buyer by making this an issue. This short episode will help you to focus on the simplicity of getting the best house at the best price. After all, isn't that the goal?
Steve Martin Smith ...
Decoding Real Estate: Licenses vs. REALTOR® Membership – What Everyone Should Know
Have you ever heard someone mention a "REALTOR® license"? If so, you’re not alone! It’s a common misconception, and it’s time to set the record straight. Spoiler alert: there’s no such thing as a specific REALTOR® license. Even more surprising, only about 52% of licensed real estate agents and brokers in Florida are members o...
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CALL HER TODAY 941-365-1166
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
The Department Of Justice ( DOJ ) changes are taking effect. If you ever plan to buy or sell a home, you need this information.
Understand representation options: Listen to Season 4, Episode 4
Understand the contract types: Listen to Season 4, Episode 5
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Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and th...
https://www.stevemartinhomes.com/blog/home-sales-history-in-sarasota-for-the-past-10-yrs/
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
The contract you sign can affect your outcome in ways you are not likely aware of.
Today's episode provides coaching for both sellers and buyers regarding this critical part of every home sale and purchase.
As always, you are encouraged to reach out to Slice Of Florida Realty with your questions.
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sar...
Steve & Nicole shed much needed light on the mind boggling topic of real estate representation in Florida.
This is a crash course on one of the MOST IMPORTANT topics in Florida Real Estate. This 25 minute podcast will dramatically improve your understanding and experiences going forward.
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sar...
The 2024 national lawsuit against the real estate industry is resulting in the removal of a long standing benefit to our American Military Veterans. We find that appalling and discuss our immediate solution to this travesty in this episode. Professional representation has been available to all buyers for decades. It's been paid for by the listing brokerage and wrapped up in the cost of the home that a buyer ...
Join Steve Martin Smith and Tony Moore as they discuss the proposed changes in real estate commission structures and the impact on buyers and sellers. Discover why full disclosure is crucial in real estate transactions, understand the value of representation, and stay informed about the evolving landscape of real estate practices. Subscribe now to stay updated on the latest developments!
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In this first episode of 2024, Steve Martin & Katrina Smith discuss some pros and cons of home staging options.
Real Estate professionals everywhere agree on the value of depersonalizing your property prior to listing it. Have you ever seen staged homes that obviously had the personality of the stager/decorator all over it? Can that actually be counter productive to the sale of your property?
Jenn comes through again with an excellent real life example of someone using the PACE program. The Florida PACE program is often suggested as a way to get much needed home improvements. As with most things in life, you don't know what you don't know.
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
IS IT WORTH GIVING UP 19% OF YOUR SALES PRICE?
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
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2,167 sq ft under air on Claw Lake.
Huge lania with garage increases the total square footage to 3,162
Call the Real Estate Agent Man @ (941) 894-9800 if you are interested in the property
Steve Martin Smith is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Slice of Florida Realty in Sarasota County Florida.
Watch the full music video on YouTube and Rumble.
Leaving In My Chevy
By Steve Martin Smith
Copyright 2023
(Parody of Leaving on a jet Plane, by John Denver)
All my bags are packed, I'm happy to go
It's time to leave this freaking cold
And sing a tropical parody of this song
My body’s achin’ from slippin on ice
That feeling is not very nice
I want sunshine on m...
Top Selling Sarasota Florida RE/MAX Agent, Steve Martin, and Tony Moore from Gulfside Mortgage Services, discuss REAL opportunities for down payment assistance. Not only for low income buyers, but many higher income purchases as well. The best way to find out if you qualify is to call Gulfside Mortgage at (941) 485-4222. Ask for The Moore Team and tell them Steve Martin sent you.
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