Orlando Real Estate Blog - Agent Corner

What Happens When a Seller Calls The Funk Collection for the First Time

Walking homeowners through exactly how a first call with Jeffrey Funk works, when considering when a seller should list their property.

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Co-Founder, Professional Speaker, Trainer, Exaclty What to Say Guide

Most sellers have hesitancy to call a listing agent because a homeowner does not want to feel “sold.” Most stereotypical sales agents rush the first call with a salesy approach. Both of those approaches create unnecessary pressure, and fractured trust.

At The Funk Collection, the philosophy is simple. What is best for the customer? Not what is best for the agent. Not what is driven by sales pressure. The seller should feel safe, not sold. The seller should feel heard. Not talked AT. The professional listing agent…

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A Season of Giving with The Funk Collection: Holiday Toy Drive 2025

How a Simple Tradition Can Bring Smiles to Children Across Orange County This Christmas

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Exactly What to Say Certified Guide, Speaker, Trainer

Every December, the Funk's holiday party is more than a festive get-together. It’s a tradition built around generosity, community spirit, and the simple joy of brightening a child’s Christmas. This year marked another meaningful chapter as agents from The Funk Collection and eXp Realty arrived with unwrapped new toys in hand, ready to support local families through the Orange County Mayor’s Toy Drive.

The tree filled quickly as gifts piled up, each one a small reminder of how powerful it is when people come together. It was also a pleasure welcoming Tonya John, eXp Realty State…

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What It Really Means To Be Better Than Your Fee as a Listing Professional

A high-standard approach to serving Southwest Orlando & Windermere homeowners with clarity, curiosity, and proven professional commitment.

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Exactly What to Say Certified Guide, Speaker, Trainer

Being “better than your fee” is not marketing language. It is not a tagline. It is a professional standard.

In Southwest Orlando’s 2025 market, where Stellar MLS data reflects that 30 to 40 percent of listings fail to sell, the difference between an agent and a listing professional has never been clearer.

With Jeffrey Funk of The Funk Collection, Jeff’s failed listing rate in 2025 is 0%. ZERO...

Not because Jeff hopes listings will sell. Not because he accepts listings at any list price, and battles Sellers for hefty…

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Giving Back in Our Own Backyard

A Disney Day with the Ranchers of Edgewood Children’s Ranch and Jeff & Renee Funk

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Exactly What to Say Certified Guide, Speaker, Trainer

For over a decade, Jeffrey Funk has had the honor of serving on the Board of Directors for Edgewood Children’s Ranch, a place committed to restoring families and giving at-risk youth the tools to thrive. Long before joining the board, the Funk family supported the Ranch because they believe deeply in helping children right here in our own backyard. When you can see exactly who is receiving the community’s effort, the impact becomes personal. That matters to the Funk Family. 

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Agents, You Never Have to 'Follow Up' Again.

What is the difference between CHASING Language & Curiosity Sparking Language?

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Exactly What to Say Certified Guide, Speaker, Trainer

STOP the Sea of Sameness! Simple Swaps create a curiosity gap, differentiating sales pro's. What is the difference between CHASING language & curiosity attraction language? Most agents use phrases that instantly trigger resistance. Their communication feels repetitive, scripted, or generic. Small tweaks in phrasing create big shifts in how clients perceive your professionalism.

Below are some of Renee Funk’s Real Estate Simple Swaps. SAVE THIS BLOG for reference before you communicate with your next buyer, seller.  

1. NEVER ‘Follow Up’ Again

Stop Saying: 
• “Just checking…

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The Questions Most Brokers Do Not Want Agents to Ask, but Agents Should.

Most Agents Do NOT Know they SHOULD Ask.  

Blog Author: Renee Funk | Team Leader The Funk Collection Brokered by eXP Realty

Most agents only ask one question when interviewing a brokerage: “What is the split?”

This is the first red flag.

A split alone does not build a career. A split alone does not create a top producer. A split alone will never give an agent the clarity, support, or long-term security a pro needs. If you want to grow a real estate business… the questions need to go much deeper.

Many brokers do not want agents asking deeper questions. Stronger questions reveal gaps. Stronger questions make leaders uncomfortable when the value is not there.

That is exactly why real estate agents must ask the deep questions BEFORE…

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Discover the Newest Communities Now Featured On RealtyInOrlando.com

We're excited to unveil the latest additions to RealtyInOrlando.com! These communities span some of the most sought-after locations in Central Florida, offering a variety of homes and lifestyles. From Davenport real estate to St. Cloud homes for sale and beyond, explore these exciting new options to find your perfect home. Seeking a home in another part of Orlando? Don't worry - the team has over 900 Orlando communities to peruse, with over 100 added just in 2024!

Aldea Reserve | Davenport

Aldea Reserve is a single-family community located in Davenport. Zoned for short-term rentals with great proximity to Central Florida’s top attractions make this community an attractive choice for those seeking investment properties.

Andover | Davenport

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16 New Community Pages to Explore on RealtyInOrlando.com

We're excited to announce that the team has been working hard to add new community pages to RealtyInOrlando.com this past month. Sixteen communities, in fact! Be sure to use these pages to help you stay in the know - find out more details about the community amenities, market stats, available homes, and more! Many of the communities added were new construction, to keep you in the loop of the upcoming neighborhoods in your Orlando home search. Let's take a closer look:

Tribute at Ovation | Winter Garden | Located at Avalon Road & Tribute Ovation Way or Bay Bridge Street, south of Hartzog Road, this M/I Homesd new construction townhome community of 99 homes features an amenity center with pool and cabana as well as trails.

Vintner Reserve |…

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Exploring the 900+ Community Pages on RealtyInOrlando.com

When searching for a new home, learning about a community is as important as the home itself. However, most real estate sites focus on the listing with a few notes about the community in the home description. This can be frustrating for potential buyers, especially those who are unfamiliar with the area or planning a move from outside of the state. RealtyInOrlando.com has solved that challenge with a comprehensive list of more than 900 hyper-local community information pages in the central Florida region. The site features communities from 32 cities/areas within the greater Orlando area, including Orange, Osceola, Lake, Polk, and Seminole counties. 

On each community page, find detailed information about that community, including a descriptive…

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Security Cameras Now Available for Realtors

With continued focus on Realtor Safety, Team Leaders of The Funk Collection Jeffrey & Renee Funk, announce the addition of Open House Cloud-Based Cameras being provided for all Agents, choosing to host Open Houses.

Available for all Team Members, an inventory of cloud-based security cameras, are the most recent addition to Open House & Showing Safety Protocols in place for the Team, providing Agents an additional layer of safety when hosting Open Houses throughout the Central Florida Real Estate market. 

For additional Realtor Safety Tips & Awareness, please follow Beverly Carter Foundation

Team Leaders
The Funk Collection Brokered by eXp Realty
Jeffrey & Renee Funk
Email: info@realtyinorlando.com
Cell: 407-575-4877

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