The Evolving Needs of Buyers in Real Estate | Dill Ward and Devin Arthurs | S20 E7

14/10/2025 29 min
The Evolving Needs of Buyers in Real Estate | Dill Ward and Devin Arthurs | S20 E7

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Devin, an 11-year real estate professional, shared his journey from tech to real estate in Portland, stressing the importance of mentorship and team support for new agents. He highlighted his focus on residential properties and explained how working across Portland and Vancouver has given him diverse experience. Devin and Dill discussed the modern challenge of “analysis paralysis” among buyers, noting that while clients have more information than ever, agents must guide them in prioritizing lifestyle and location to make confident decisions.They emphasized the need for adaptability in real estate, tailoring strategies to each client’s situation rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach. Devin shared his methods for managing buyer engagement, from pacing house viewings to avoid overwhelm to using creative offer strategies like repair and appraisal guarantees. Both agreed that proactive communication, rapport-building, and understanding client motivations are essential for successful transactions in today’s market.   

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