# ERA’s Alex Vidal on how agents can expand beyond local markets

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Podcast: [RealTrending](https://stenobird.com/podcast/realtrending-903518)
Published: 2025-12-15T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of the Real Trending Podcast, Alex Vidal discusses the key strategies for brokerage growth, emphasizing the importance of accountability in coaching, expanding value beyond local markets, and addressing affordability challenges in real estate. He highlights the need for real estate pros to adapt to market changes and maintain professionalism while facilitating family moves and exploring government roles in housing affordability. The conversation concludes with a lightning round of insights on common advice and habits for realtors. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: It takes guts to recruit, coach, and pull the trigger on M&A. How accountability is crucial for brokers to push their agents. Real estate is a hyper-local business, but agents should think globally. What the major challenge is for buyers in the current market. Professionalism and commitment are increasing in the industry post-settlement. Realtors need to facilitate conversations about joint mortgages and family moves. Government policies can impact housing affordability significantly. Understanding consumer behavior is key to success. What is is essential for buyers in today's market. Related to this episode: ERA Real Estate HousingWire Youtube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Homebot, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here. The RealTrending podcast features conversations with the brightest minds in real estate. Every Monday, brokerage leaders, top agents, team leaders, and industry experts join us to share their secrets to success, trends, and the lessons they’ve learned. Hosted by Tracey Velt and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.

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