How to Secure More Signed Buyer Agreements With Employer Assisted Housing w/ Eboni Killian
Release Date: 12/03/2024
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info_outlineSince the NAR settlement agreement was announced, agents have sought strategies to deliver the most value to buyers. It's a way to secure more signed buyer agreements and compensation.
Employer Assisted Housing is one great option. An "employer-assisted housing program" (EAH) is a benefit offered by some companies where they provide financial assistance to employees towards a down payment on a home, usually in the form of a forgivable loan,
This solution creates the ultimate win for companies and workers alike. Companies are always looking for ways to attract and retain talent, and housing assistance is precious. If an agent puts this program in front of companies, they demonstrate value and create a new business pipeline. That's how you stay unbothered by the NAR settlement!
What is employee-assisted housing, and how does it benefit companies, employees, and even entire communities? How do we pitch it to companies?
There’s a lot of money that can help buyers in today’s real estate transaction and it doesn’t have to come from sellers. -Marki Lemons Ryhal
Three Things You'll Learn in This Episode
- The key to thriving through the settlement
Securing a signed buyer representation agreement with an offer of compensation is the key to being compensated when you provide value. How can leveraging employer-assisted housing lead to more income?
- A solution everyone wants
An Employer Assisted Housing program greatly benefits both companies and their workers. Why is it the ultimate win-win for everyone?
- Two things you need to ask buyers
Buyers will compensate agents who can reduce costs and provide a financial solution. How do we make them aware of this solution?
Guest Bio
Eboni Killian is the Managing Broker at Sovereign Realty & Management, an Affordable Housing Strategist and Employer Assisted Housing Liaison. She is proud to work for a company that understands that buying, selling and investing in residential real estate is more than a simple transaction. Their team is dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service for each of our clients. Eboni also helps clients who are interested in creating wealth through residential real estate. To find out more about Employer Assisted Housing send a text to or call 678.860.9408 or connect to Eboni on LinkedIn.
About Your Host
Licensed Managing Broker, REALTORS®, avid volunteer, and Major Donor, Marki Lemons Ryhal is dedicated to all things real estate. With over 25 years of marketing experience, Marki has taught over 250,000 REALTORS® how to earn up to a 2682% return on their marketing dollars.
Six-time REALTOR® Conference and Expo featured attendee, one of 100 speakers selected to speak the REALTOR® Conference & Expo five times, and an Inman closing Keynote Speaker. Marki’s expertise has been featured in Forbes, Washington Post, http://Homes.com , and REALTOR® Magazine.
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