# Why Real Estate Deals Are Falling Apart in 2026

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Podcast: [Real Estate Training & Coaching School](https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-estate-training-coaching-school-470460)
Published: 2026-05-22T15:59:00+00:00
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## Resource

Most real estate agents think deals are falling apart because of the market. Tim & Julie Harris explain why the real problem is usually weak pre-qualification, poor transaction management, and lack of agent skill. In this episode, they break down why one in seven deals are failing before closing and what serious agents must do to survive and win in the 2026 real estate market. They explain how top listing agents manage buyer remorse, inspections, financing issues, and seller expectations before contracts collapse. You’ll learn why lender letters are often misleading, how the “Ultimate Addendum” protects transactions, why inspections matter again, and how listings create predictable income in uncertain markets. This episode also covers the Real Estate Treasure Map and the concept of your “Magic Number” — the number of listings needed to create consistent income and long-term stability. Free training: HarrisRealEstateDaily.com Coaching: PremierCoaching.com Join eXp + Libertas: WhyLibertas.com/Harris Text Tim Direct: 512-758-0206 Opinions are my own and not the views of eXp Realty.

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