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In The Trenches

Check out this collection of stories from real estate professionals detailing crazy, funny, or poignant experiences that have happened on the job. Have a story to share? Tell us about it here. 

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In the Trenches: When Closing Seems Elusive

The hurdles to completing a complex sale can be daunting. But your clients’ well-being make your extra efforts worthwhile.

October 24, 2018
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In the Trenches: What’s That Smell?

Sometimes real estate is a stinky job. See how these agents deal with the unexpected.

 

September 12, 2018
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In the Trenches: The Coin Toss

An agent discovers his lucky charm in the backseat of his car. Find out if it helps his business, plus other tales from the field.

July 11, 2018

In the Trenches: A Secret Garden

What happens when a deputy sheriff’s wife and a giant marijuana plant collide at a listing? Read more in the latest installment of In the Trenches.

May 9, 2018

In the Trenches: ‘Come Take a Peek’

A collection of stories from real estate professionals detailing crazy, funny, or poignant experiences that have happened on the job.

March 14, 2018

In the Trenches: A Moving Tale

A collection of stories from real estate professionals detailing crazy, funny, or poignant experiences that have happened on the job.

January 17, 2018

In the Trenches: Too Much Client Appreciation

A collection of stories from real estate professionals detailing crazy, funny, or poignant experiences that have happened on the job.

November 1, 2017

10 True Tales of Real Estate Terror

Practitioners recall the scariest moments they’ve faced in the field.

October 16, 2017
REALTOR® Magazine Staff

In the Trenches: Unexpected Dip In the Market

A collection of stories from real estate professionals detailing crazy, funny, or poignant experiences that have happened on the job.

September 13, 2017

Real Estate Pros’ Most Embarrassing Mishaps

Whether you’re new to the business or a seasoned veteran, everyone makes mistakes. Read about some hilarious ones from practitioners across the country.

September 7, 2017
Jessica Levings

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