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Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
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No one wears a suit any more.  Used to be in the 80s/90s you wore a suit for everything.  Now it's only the more "formal" events like board installations, ceremonies, etc.

 

Cars and clothes are still important, but not as much any more.  The youngins' seem to be into flashy and pretending like they've made it already.

Jan 19, 2019 12:58 PM
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Kasey & John Boles
Jon Gosche Real Estate, LLC - BoiseMeridianRealEstate.com - Boise, ID
Boise & Meridian, ID Ada/Canyon/Gem/Boise Counties

Yoga pants. 

Jan 19, 2019 12:59 PM
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

What's normal for some is considered odd for/by others.  I imagine this was true in the 1970s as well as true today and in the future too.   

Jan 19, 2019 12:04 PM
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Candice A. Donofrio
Next Wave RE Investments LLC Bullhead City AZ Commercial RE Broker - Fort Mohave, AZ
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Experience was assumed.

We've come a long way baby!

The norm is niche, region and area specific.

Jan 19, 2019 11:26 AM
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

Didn't know there was/is a norm Richie Alan Naggar . I know what appeals to me. If I were to look for an agent today It would need to be someone I WANT to be around and someone I think would be a good negotiator if I was buying and a good marketer if I was selling.

Jan 19, 2019 01:38 PM
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
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Participation in social media - many wannabes who 'claim' to be something they're not - just like the glamour shots & financed fancy cars of the 70's! 

People haven't changed, just the times!

Jan 19, 2019 03:36 PM
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Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
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Oh yes, I do remember getting glamour shots with my daughter and it was fun. Never would have used for real estate. 

Jan 19, 2019 01:08 PM
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Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

Good inventive photos are necessary. You have to brand yourself.

For the last few years I've noticed that rarely do people ride in my car. I am reviewing my need for some 6'4" guy that plays football to show homes too.

There are some that still need that Mercedes.

Jan 19, 2019 01:03 PM
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Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

experience, education and a niche to focus on.... 

I like nice vehicles; casual clothes but nice...self promotion and branding was then and continues to be very important......

Jan 19, 2019 11:43 AM
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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
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Some are still into glamour shots - not many but I see a few even here in the rain.  Perhaps not as extreme as was in the 70's yet still more on glamour. 

Things have changed ... and continue to change. 

Experience assumed?  I do not know.  I would like to believe so. 

Less glam in my world.  More casual and just being real and relatable. The focus is on service not how I look or how I am dressed. 

Jan 19, 2019 11:41 AM
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Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com
Harry Norman, REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA
Associate Broker

Social Media knowledge

Technological skills

Knowledge of the market place 

Experience

Jan 20, 2019 11:40 AM
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Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

I am hot.... This is in LA

Jan 20, 2019 08:42 AM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
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  1. Relationship Building
  2. Fantastic Tech
  3. Well run teams
  4. and that stuff from the 70's is likely still important to a certain extent.
Jan 19, 2019 12:52 PM
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Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

The suits and ties that we used to wear every day are no longer the norm.

Jan 19, 2019 12:45 PM
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Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

Familiarity. That why we put pets in our pics hoping the other side has fond pet memories.

Approachable. It is easier to talk to someone with whom you share something familiar.

Trust. Not regarding business acumen but regarding ones back story. For instance, sharing a hurricane experience then revealing a portion of every dollar earned goes towards relief, makes others believe investing in the agent is a GOOD CAUSE.

As you notice...real estate doesn't matter much at all in regards to getting that first meet up.

Does anyone miss the BIG HAIR?

Jan 19, 2019 12:37 PM
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Richie,

It really depends on the marketplace.  What worked in 1970 still works today in certain parts of our country...

Jan 19, 2019 12:21 PM
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Andrew Mooers | 207.532.6573
MOOERS REALTY - Houlton, ME
Northern Maine Real Estate-Aroostook County Broker

The doctor with blue jeans, no tie, blue oxford shirt, long hair and the stethoscope around his neck, carrying the aluminum clipboard. Once you hear his questions, see how the nurses respect his opinion, you could change your initial impression of the what to expect. How you do your job, your knowledge base but cleanliness, manners, being a good listener is just as important as whether you are wearing a light blue polyester leisure suit or a little league hat and coach's uniform or three piece suit hand tailored from the far east of silk and wool. Look and act professional and list, sell the biggest share of your market year after year and as long as you have clothes on all is good. 

Jan 19, 2019 03:19 PM
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Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

I guess, it is a person choice. After big names who wear the same outfits everyday to minimize the wasted time to make the choices, it is much more than how you look. 

Here are in L.A. they always said: it is about who you know who knows someone who knows someone. Being connected became more important. 

Jan 19, 2019 03:16 PM
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Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

I use my dog as an unfair advantage. He is better looking. But I would say business causal in a relaxed position and not with folded arms.

Jan 19, 2019 03:13 PM
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Maria Sapio
Keller Williams of Central PA - Carlisle, PA
Real Estate Agent- Carlisle, PA. Mariasapio.com

I've seen everything from real estate rap videos to simple elegance and everything in-between ... I think one size does not fit all!

Jan 19, 2019 02:59 PM
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Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Depends on the city.

Jan 19, 2019 02:34 PM
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Peter Testa
Nationwide Homes - Danbury, CT
PETER TESTA

I wear slacks, a button down shirt & a sport jacket to client meetings. No tie, no suit. For work-casual it's khaki's & a sweater or polo shirt in summer. 

Jan 20, 2019 12:12 PM
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Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

I believe casual is "in" these days and I sure am glad.  I was in middle school in the 70s, but I had a glamour shot in the 80s.

Jan 20, 2019 11:12 AM
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Gloria Valvasori, Accredited Senior Agent
BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE SIGNATURE SERVICE - Mississauga, ON
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I'm not sure about "glamour" shots, but a professional photo was the norm and professional attire.  It is a bit more relaxed, more "casual professional" but I think some people step over a bit too much in their attire.. and are more than a little too casual.

Jan 20, 2019 07:12 AM
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Diana Zaccaro Broker Associate
ZOOM Realty Group - Cocoa Beach, FL
"The Accidental Blogger" Cocoa Beach, Florida

It depends on your target market and clientele. Sad to say we still see some glamour shots here but I've gone to two sets of business cards. One set is business casual and the other has no photo, which is used depends on the client.

The new normal here is boots on the ground local knowledge.

Jan 19, 2019 10:29 PM
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Lynnea Miller
Bend Premier Real Estate - Bend, OR
Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon

I think the answer to your question lies in your market.  In some places, a suit is a requirement. In others, you would be out of place wearing such an outfit.  If you are showing ranches, blue jeans and boots to be able to walk the property is essential.

Jan 20, 2019 04:35 PM
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

In our market more casual.

Jan 20, 2019 07:21 AM
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Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Some still feel the same way.  I don't know if there is a norm.

Jan 20, 2019 06:41 AM
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Buzz Mackintosh
Mackintosh REALTORS - Frederick, MD
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Back in the day it was "Dress for success" today business casual is considered dressed up

Jan 20, 2019 05:25 AM
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Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Very much more casual depending on the location. Vehicles are no longer a big deal!

Jan 20, 2019 04:01 AM
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Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

What's normal is the niche you work -- if it is rural, cowboy shirt, hat & boots.   Beach condos - comfy casual.

Jan 23, 2019 07:46 AM
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Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

I still cars are very important.

 

Jan 22, 2019 08:59 AM
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Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

Nope, we just act normal and try to be ourselves without the glitz and masks.

Jan 22, 2019 08:22 AM
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William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

No Glamour shots for me.  But I dress better than my clients when ever possible

Jan 21, 2019 05:27 PM
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Peter Mohylsky, Beach Expert
PMI. Destin - Miramar Beach, FL
Call me at 850-517-7098

Has anything really changed?  Marketing oneself is the norm for agents growing their businesses.

Jan 21, 2019 04:39 AM