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Episode 261: An Honest Real Estate Agent... No, Really! | David Murphy

Truthful and honest real estate agents are a rare commodity in the property market. 

Finding agents willing to call a property what it is, for the sake of the people involved, and not just about the potential commissions one could make is quite challenging. 

And so we’ve brought in David Murphy, a genuine career agent who has captured our attention through his weekly newsletters that cut through the crap, to join us in our episode today.

We talk about his very matter-of-fact approach as a real estate agent, his sharp and honest perspective on the behaviours displayed by buyers and sellers alike, and why people are at the heart of real estate (not houses).

If you enjoyed the show, do like, rate, subscribe, and share us on social media and if you have your own questions you need clarity on, email us at questions@theelephantintheroom.com.au!

See you in the episode!

Episode Highlights:

  1. Truth, and honesty is what people want in agents [2:10]

  2. How sellers can pick the right agent [6:46]

  3. Dealing with property issues with the seller [10:33]

  4. Unrealistic expectations during the buying and selling journey [15:15]

  5. Agents using fear during a market that turns down [16:35]

  6. Understanding the power of established markets [21:30]

  7. Frustrating buyer behaviour [24:36]

  8. What if agents show preference over buyers [27:52]

  9. The bigger picture of real estate [33:06]

  10. What is really frustrating with vendors [37:02]

  11. Buyer’s agents [43:07]

  12. Is every property a good property? [46:19]

  13. The drive behind David’s resilience to stay independent [52:13]

  14. Access to people makes a real estate agent’s job worth it [57:13]

About our Guest:

David Murphy’s passion for property saw him join a successful local agency at just 19, where he was trained and mentored by one of the area’s leading real estate identities and received numerous sales awards.

David’s drive to make his mark on the industry saw him start his own agency in 2007, bringing his honed sales expertise and intimate local knowledge to his network of clients. Since then he has proudly nurtured a close-knit team who are known for championing an exceptional client experience in addition to achieving market-leading results. David now regularly rates among the most recommended agents and agencies in Mosman according to ratemyagent.com.au.

Both the agency’s sales business and the property management department that followed have grown organically over time, driven by a corporate culture that is encouraging, progressive and client centric. Achieving his goal of becoming the leading independent agency in Mosman, David is dedicated to giving back to the local community that has been so supportive of the agency.

A lifelong Lower North Shore local, he thrives on building relationships and relishes the challenges of negotiations, aiming to position himself as a trusted long-term real estate advisor to his clients.

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https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.au/podcasts/261

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