Watch or listen as two real estate pros divulge how they’re getting ready for the spring homebuying season.

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The real estate cycle doesn’t always follow typical patterns. You may experience a surge or a dip in business at the times you least expect. It’s unclear whether the upcoming spring homebuying season will be busy or a bust. Are you prepared for whatever comes? Host Marki Lemons Ryhal talks to Chicago real estate leaders Kat Barry and Lateefah Neal about managing the unpredictability of the market and sticking to your individual formula for success.


Watch Neal in action in NARs docuseries First-Time Buyer.


Kat Barry

Kat Barry, CIPS, is a broker and leader of the Modern Living team at Compass in Chicago.  She specializes in residential and mixed-use real estate, and she has been featured on multiple HGTV shows, including “House Hunters.”  Barry was named one of REALTOR® Magazine’s “30 Under 30” in 2009.

Lateefah Neal

Lateefah Neal is the founder and managing broker of NTS Realty Group in Chicago. She appeared in the fourth season of NAR’s docuseries, “First-Time Buyer,” which follows agents who are REALTORS® as they help consumers navigate complex transactions to purchase their first home.


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About the Host

Marki Lemons Rhyal

Marki Lemons Ryhal, host of The REALTOR® to REALTOR® Series, is a managing broker, bestselling author and national speaker with more than 30 years of marketing experience. She aims to change the industry conversation through the podcast to benefit you and your clients. You'll hear Lemons Ryhal mix it up with real estate professionals across the country, discussing the methods they’re using to address market challenges, improve sales or save time and money. Plus, hear anecdotes about extraordinary experiences they’ve had in the field.