Cara Ameer

Cara Ameer brings a unique perspective to real estate as a bi-coastal agent focusing on the Southern California and Northeast Florida markets with Coldwell Banker. She is an award-winning REALTOR, real estate media commentator, author, columnist, industry thought leader and speaker. Cara enjoys doing real estate commentary in print and on camera and is always at the ready to share her insights on a wide range of topics from insider advice, how to get the best deal when buying and selling, best practices as well as the latest trends and market data. Prior to selling real estate, Cara worked in the legislative and legal arenas including the United States Senate, American Bar Association and corporate legal departments. A real estate transaction can often be a confusing conundrum for the consumer. Cara aims to enlighten, empower and inform every customer she serves and offers straightforward, unfiltered advice so that buyers and sellers can make the best decision possible, armed with the best information and strategies available. She is an out of the box thinker that will develop unique approaches and solutions to every real estate situation. She believes every property tells a story and will develop that story across a variety of mediums when presenting a property for sale. Working in real estate since 2002, Cara has navigated through all cycles of real estate markets from pre to post crash, short sales, foreclosures, depreciating values, buyer's markets, seller's markets, challenging appraisals, difficult property inspections and complex repair issues. She has successfully managed real estate transactions and worked with buyers and sellers through the threat and aftermath of natural disasters, having experienced numerous tropical storms and hurricanes. Cara's diverse background allows for immense professional perspective and insight in handling a diverse range of properties and clientele. Whether it is working with a luxury property, second home, new construction, architecturally and/or historically significant home, investment property, general resale, condominium, townhome or vacant land, Cara has never met a challenge she didn't embrace. She thrives on being a highly responsive resource for those that she serves. She is passionate about attention to detail and takes a hands-on strategic approach to every transaction. Cara thrives on being a connector to people and resources and has developed a vast network of agents with a variety of specialties across the country and leverages the power of this network to the benefit of her customers, no matter where they may be moving to.

13 more questions agents should ask about commission settlements

There's plenty that's still not clear as the Aug. 17 implementation deadline approaches, broker Cara Ameer writes. Here's how to make sure your seatbelts are fastened as you brace for impact

Jul 29

12 potential pivot points for buyers planning to represent themselves

Bi-coastal luxury agent Cara Ameer says these thoughtful points can pivot DIY buyer prospects into loyal lifelong clients

Jul 2

Opinion

Thanks to NAR settlement, real estate is in its Wild West era

Bi-coastal broker Cara Ameer outlines the problems, concerns and frustrations inherent in the terms of NAR's commission lawsuit settlement as agents learn to navigate a new reality

Mar 18

Real estate the Australian way? It won't solve US commission woes

Don't buy into the commission rhetoric that says the U.S. should do things more like they do in Australia, Cara Ameer writes. Each country has its own dynamics, customs and economics

Mar 5

Opinion

9 post-Sitzer questions we still don't have answers to

Change always brings chaos and disruption, broker Cara Ameer writes. While many of these issues have been lurking in the background, they illustrate the work that remains to be done

Mar 1

Stop! Before you send that buyer listings, ask these 47 questions

If you don't ask your buyers the right questions, writes broker associate Cara Ameer, before you travel too far down the road with them, you could end up wasting their time and yours

Dec 14

9 tips for getting prospects to sign a buyer-broker agreement

Don't be a shrinking violet when it comes to your compensation. Broker Cara Ameer teaches you how to ask for what you're worth and have that tough buyer commission talk

Nov 15

18 ways to show buyers you're worth every commission dollar

Broker Cara Ameer writes that, from a leaky icemaker to a stellar professional reputation, the work of a buyer agent can make or break a home purchase

Nov 13

Opinion

11 realities that make today's market spookier than ever

From clients who ghost you to security concerns and more, the ever-changing real estate industry can be a pretty scary place

Oct 30

Opinion

58 questions agents should be asking about commission lawsuits

Broker Cara Ameer helps you think through the implications of the current bombshell commission lawsuits and what they may mean for your business

Oct 17

What you don't know about insurance can hurt your clients

Insurance as a hot-button issue is likely not going away anytime soon. As long as Mother Nature is in control, agents, buyers and sellers need to be more proactive than ever

Aug 24

10 things that are killing deals in 2023 (and how to avoid them)

This market will be another badge of honor we can add to our resume, and will position us to be the best possible advisers to clients and prospects

May 12

15 contract mistakes that need to stop now

Solid communication, attention to detail and a willingness to go the extra mile are all necessary to create a well-thought-out contract package

May 8

Selling has shifted. Here are 9 questions clients will surely ask

With all of the recent changes to the market, what questions are sellers likely to ask this year and how do you best address them?

Apr 22

23 objections you'll hear now (and how to handle them)

There are many ways to handle objections from potential clients. Here's how to make your response authentic and effective

Apr 5

Collaborate, communicate, calculate: 7 ways to keep buyers in the deal

The more a buyer is educated about the ins and outs of a transaction, the more comfortable they'll be with bumps in the road

Mar 29

Low motivation? Blind ambition? Procrastination? Here's how to solve 5 common team squabbles

Working with a team is as much of an exercise in self-improvement, commitment to excellence and accountability for the team leader as it is for members on the team

Feb 13

What's hot (and what's not) with today's contract terms

As interest rates rise and the market shifts, some contract terms have become irrelevant, at least for the time being. Here’s what's hot and what’s not when negotiating offers today

Nov 23

Deal falling apart? 10 solutions to keep things moving forward

In today's complex market, it takes give-and-take on both sides of the transaction to make sure you get to the closing table

Nov 2

What Does A Real Estate Agent Do?

It's not as easy as it looks on TV

Oct 12