The Rowe Report

Episode 23 | The Local Factors Driving Regional Real Estate

In this episode of the real estate podcast, host Elizabeth Rowe interviews expert guest Mervin Jebaraj, Director of the Center for Business and Economic Research at the University of Arkansas. They discuss the Federal Reserve's role in setting interest rates to balance maximum employment and price stability in the economy. Mervin explains common misconceptions about the Fed as well as how they operate independently of political influence. He then outlines the best sources for objective economic data, like the automatic updates on key indicators featured on his center's website. For real estate agents, understanding the regional figures on unemployment, wage growth, population changes, and more can help them better advise clients. Shifting to politics, Mervin notes that housing policy is largely set at the local level. He provides a metric on housing shortages that demonstrates how years of underbuilding compound affordability issues over time. This shows the importance of agents getting informed on their city council's zoning reforms and permit streamlining that accelerate production. On broader economic impacts, Mervin explains why major Northwest Arkansas employers often withstand cycles better than other industries. However, with cost of living rises threatening the area's quality of life advantage, he warns against the consequences other booming cities have faced when housing supply chronically lags behind population and job expansion. Overall, Mervin lends an academic expert perspective to equip agents as authorities on economic realities influencing local real estate.

Episode 22 | Easy Wellness Wins for Busy Realtors

In this episode of The Rowe Report, host Elizabeth Rowe interviews Dr. Kristen Markell to uncover easy yet often overlooked ways real estate agents can improve their energy levels and general wellbeing. As a former OBGYN turned doctor of integrative medicine, Dr. Markell draws from her extensive experience supporting women's health to provide actionable advice. She explains that after 15 straight years of being on-call overnight for delivering babies, she eventually experienced career burnout. This prompted significant lifestyle changes that now inform her integrative approach. Dr. Markell stresses that self-care shouldn't feel like another burden and shares three simple areas realtors can tackle first. Topping the list is proper fueling, which includes getting enough protein through easy to transport snacks. Next is prioritizing sleep, like taking magnesium supplements at night and exposing yourself to morning sunlight to regulate melatonin production. Lastly, she advises tuning into your body's rhythms and hormones so you can adjust your schedule around anticipated energy dips. Beyond these practical tips, Dr. Markell also discusses the importance of releasing guilt, limiting self-judgment, and giving yourself grace as key components of overall wellness. Tune into this empowering conversation to pick up research-backed advice on gaining energy, honoring rest, supporting hormones, and showing up as your best self both personally and professionally. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/A9BnMKKDIZ4 [https://youtu.be/A9BnMKKDIZ4]

Episode 21 | What I Wish I Knew Then...Experienced Advice for New Agents

In this week's episode of the Rowe Report, host Elizabeth Rowe and co-host Adam have a candid discussion about what they wish they had known when first starting out in real estate. Drawing on her 20+ years of experience, Elizabeth shares invaluable insights for new agents on how to build a sustainable, successful career. She emphasizes that the first two years should be viewed as a marketing period for yourself, focused on building, sorting and qualifying your sphere of influence. It's about identifying who will actively refer you business or otherwise support you. This prevents wasting time and energy on the wrong relationships. Elizabeth also advises being picky when choosing a brokerage, ensuring they provide ample personalized training, mentoring and coaching. She reveals most merely require you to fog a mirror to join. Look for a brokerage that will take you along on listings and buyer appointments for hands-on experience. Additionally, Elizabeth stresses the importance of consistency in your actions and marketing. Stay the course even when tempted to quit. If not consistent, you may essentially put yourself out of business without realizing it. Implementing these three core practices - build/qualify your database, join a brokerage that properly develops you, and remain consistent in your efforts - will set any agent up for long-term prosperity. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GkNnQT3_sNU [https://youtu.be/GkNnQT3_sNU]

Episode 20 | Cultivating the Attitude of a Pro

In this fun and lively conversation, host Elizabeth Rowe hands the mic to station partner Adam Robison for a special guest-host episode of The Rowe Report real estate podcast. They dive into the critical role of attitude in achieving success, with Elizabeth emphasizing that consistency, resilience, and a willingness to start fresh every day are key. She stresses surrounding yourself with positive influences and quality mentors, not chasing “shiny new objects,” and keeping perspective when challenges arise. Adam notes that getting results requires programming your business intentionally, having tough conversations and shaking hands versus only using technology. They discuss battling isolation by collaborating with trusted colleagues who will help you see things from a new vantage point. Elizabeth concludes that consuming empowering content, limiting negativity, and nurturing your mental space are essential for controlling your attitude and producing at a high level. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vvnWmhuitxQ [https://youtu.be/vvnWmhuitxQ]

Episode 19 | Engaging Your Target Audience with April Pelkey

In this week's episode of The Rowe Report, host Elizabeth Rowe interviews April Pelkey, owner of Superior Marketing Solutions, about common marketing mistakes real estate agents make and how to avoid them. They discuss the importance of consistency in social media posting, properly branding your pages, and actively engaging with your target audience. April stresses engaging organically by responding to comments, liking posts, and participating in relevant Facebook groups. She points out that many agents focus engagement only on their personal pages versus dedicating effort to their professional business pages too. The duo talks about the difference between "good cringy" and "bad cringy" marketing tactics, with examples of playful branded TikTok dances versus awkward, self-congratulatory photos holding large sold keys. They emphasize marketing your authentic self and story over pictures boasting about sales figures and achievements. Elizabeth and April agree that spotlighting specific ways you have helped clients (like hosting housewarming parties) makes a bigger impact than generic “look at me” pictures. They remind agents to focus messaging towards serving the public rather than trying to impress industry peers. In terms of working with influencers or sponsors. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/761Oanexn2o [https://youtu.be/761Oanexn2o]