The #PoweredByQualia series highlights how today's leading real estate professionals use Qualia to take their businesses to the next level.

Real Estate Agents, especially new ones, are on a steep learning curve through their first few transactions. Training tends to focus on getting clients and getting a signed agreement, and much less on everything it takes to get to and through the settlement table. Understanding the basics of the closing process ahead of time can eliminate a lot of stress for you and your clients.

About the Author: Ryan Fitzgerald is a Realtor® in Raleigh, North Carolina and is the owner of Raleigh Realty. This year, Ryan was named as one of REALTOR Magazine’s 30 under 30, a prestigious award given to realtors who illustrate stellar traits in customer service, community involvement, and business acumen.

It’s no secret that seasonality largely dictates major buying and selling trends across the real estate industry. But what about interest rates?

The #PoweredByQualia series highlights how today's leading real estate professionals use Qualia to take their businesses to the next level.