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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
5 Tips From Barbara Corcoran for Potential Middle-Class Homebuyers
Buying a home is often considered a sign of being in the middle class. Owning a house affords families the possibility of building wealth, not to mention memories for themselves and future generations. Up Next: Check Out: Thanks to a shortage of inventory, housing prices continue to increase. High interest rates only worsen the situation. Barbara Corcoran, a shark on ABC's 'Shark Tank,' recently spoke with Yahoo Finance to provide actionable tips to make buying a house more attainable that the middle class can use during their home search. Target Homes That Have Been Sitting on the Market Seeing a new listing is exciting. However, you're likely not the only one looking at the new house. Corcoran advised avoiding the shiny new listing. 'I would say the most important overall tip is always look where somebody else is not looking, and that's always where you find your value,' Corcoran said. Instead of visiting the new possibility, dig deeper to find a hidden gem. 'Do your search based on houses that have been on the market nine months or longer. Those people are having second thoughts, thinking of taking a lower offer, ready to move, and that's where you want to put your lower offer,' Corcoran said. It takes some work, but it may reap a discount. Be Aware: Shop Off-Season Spring and summer are commonly peak home shopping seasons. That increases competition, making it conducive for sellers. 'People don't like to shop in the wintertime or Christmastime. They think it's a bad time. It's a great time to shop for houses because you're not going to have any competition out there, and they are going to be more likely to take your bid,' Corcoran said. If you're not in a rush, waiting for the off-season may provide the chance to snag a home at a reduced price. Don't Be Scared Off by a Fixer-Upper Purchasing a fixer-upper may not be glamorous, but the savings can be attractive. If you have the know-how, it pays to include fixer-uppers in your search. 'People don't want to bother with [a fixer-upper] because it takes upfront cash, but you could always get a construction loan. [There's] no problem getting construction loans today, and you could find a fixer-upper and add value yourself if you're willing to just wait a few months to do it,' Corcoran said. Look for Homes With a Second Entrance An overlooked way to save on a home is to purchase a property with a second entrance. A basement or back-of-the-house entrance qualifies as a second entrance. That matters because a second entrance may reduce insurance costs. 'You could create a small unit in the basement or the back of the house where you can offset your insurance costs,' Corcoran said. Before You Buy, Check Climate Risks Homeowners insurance continues to rise in large part due to climate change, with premiums increasing more than 30% between 2020 and 2023, according to The Brookings Institution. Purchasing a house in a high-risk area will bring increased premiums. 'Right away you're going to increase your insurance costs probably by close to 20%, [and] some instances 25%,' Corcoran said. However, this also provides an opportunity. 'The good side of it is a lot of people are afraid of it, and so sometimes if you're not afraid and you want to take that risk, you can make a lower offer and … get a house you like accepted,' Corcoran said. Buying a house is undoubtedly expensive. Thankfully, with a little ingenuity, you can buy a home for less to create memories in and build wealth. More From GOBankingRates Mark Cuban Warns of 'Red Rural Recession' -- 4 States That Could Get Hit Hard 7 Things You'll Be Happy You Downsized in Retirement 7 Luxury SUVs That Will Become Affordable in 2025 This article originally appeared on 5 Tips From Barbara Corcoran for Potential Middle-Class Homebuyers
Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
The Clover x Shark Tank Summit Reveals Full Speaker Line-Up and Programming for First-Ever Live Event in Las Vegas from September 28-30
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Clover, the world's smartest all-in-one point-of-sale system, and Sony Pictures Television (SPT), which produces the critically acclaimed, multi-Emmy® Award-winning 'Shark Tank,' announced the full speaker line-up and programming for the first-ever live, Clover x Shark Tank Summit. Taking place in Las Vegas from September 28-30, 2025, the multi-day event will provide entrepreneurs with inspiration, in-depth insights, and the guidance they need to find success. The Clover x Shark Tank Summit is sponsored by ADP® and in partnership with media partner, Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future. This year's Clover x Shark Tank Summit will feature previously announced business tycoons – the 'Sharks' from the hit reality TV show, including Barbara Corcoran, Robert Herjavec, Daymond John, Kevin O'Leary, Daniel Lubetzky and two exciting guest Sharks, Rashaun Williams, venture capitalist and financial literacy activist, and Allison Ellsworth, co-founder of poppi, who recently sold poppi for close to $2B. Additional notable speakers include Mark Cuban, Tabitha Brown and Gary Vaynerchuck. The lineup will also include world famous entrepreneurs, dealmakers, brand builders, company founders, and more, who will speak on all things small business, including raising capital, community, mastering your business pitch, talent trends, marketing, and much more. Newly announced to the star-studded line-up of speakers from 'Shark Tank' are Emmy®-nominated Mindy Zemrak, Supervising Casting Producer of 'Shark Tank,' Jim Tselikis and Sabin Lomac, co-founders of Cousins Maine Lobster, and one of Barbara's Corcoran's most popular and successful 'Shark Tank' investments, David Heath and Randy Goldberg, co-founders of Bombas, the most successful 'Shark Tank' company in retail sales. Additional prominent speakers from the world of business are Jay Bailey, President and CEO of Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs, Katie Kirkpatrick, President & CEO of Metro Atlanta Chamber, TJ Bennett, Co-owner and CEO of Sole Play, Alison Lands and Khalilah 'KO' Olokunola of Jobs For The Future, Mike Hofman, Editor-in-Chief of Inc., Melissa Bouma, CEO of Manifest and Jess Sims, Peloton Instructor, ESPN Reporter & GMA Contributor. Throughout the three-day event, attendees will gain insights from experts and take a deep dive into what it takes to start, grow and scale a business ranging from sessions such as: Shark-Sized Confidence: Invest in You – a powerful fireside chat on investing in yourself, self-care, resilience, and staying grounded while you grow. – a powerful fireside chat on investing in yourself, self-care, resilience, and staying grounded while you grow. The Big Catch: Raising Capital with a Shark Tank Mindset – learn how to think beyond the bank with nontraditional funding routes to raising capital that still pack power. – learn how to think beyond the bank with nontraditional funding routes to raising capital that still pack power. Swim With Your Pack: Why Community is Your Strategic Advantage – a powerhouse session on how innovation, leadership, and public-private partnerships can fuel businesses that move communities forward. – a powerhouse session on how innovation, leadership, and public-private partnerships can fuel businesses that move communities forward. For That Reason, I'm In: Master the Pitch – an interactive workshop to help you master the art of the pitch, from funding fundamentals to real-time demos, these tips will help you win over investors, banks, and more. – an interactive workshop to help you master the art of the pitch, from funding fundamentals to real-time demos, these tips will help you win over investors, banks, and more. Think Like a Shark: From Scrappy to Scalab l e —Your Zero to Hero Game Plan – a high-powered session covering the 10 must-dos before raising capital, plus insider tips on VC funds and more. l —Your Zero to Hero Game Plan – a high-powered session covering the 10 must-dos before raising capital, plus insider tips on VC funds and more. Make Them Bite: Branding that Grows Your Business – a powerhouse panel on the new rules of branding and marketing, delivering strategies entrepreneurs can use to grow their business. – a powerhouse panel on the new rules of branding and marketing, delivering strategies entrepreneurs can use to grow their business. Catch the Best: How to Net Top Talent – an in-depth view on how to hire, inspire, and retain top talent. – an in-depth view on how to hire, inspire, and retain top talent. The Final Pitch – The conference culminates in an exciting celebratory moment when a select group of entrepreneurs will take to the stage to pitch live before an audience and a distinguished panel – including Sharks! Ahead of the Clover x Shark Tank Summit, small business owners can enter to win an Access Pass for a chance to participate in the event. The entry period runs through August 11. Entrepreneurs looking to elevate their businesses can visit for complete details. To learn more about Clover and how the brand is providing solutions for small businesses, including the Clover x Shark Tank Summit, visit and follow @clovercommerce on Instagram, X, Facebook, and LinkedIn with hashtag #CloverxSharkTankSummit. Since launching in 2001 as 'Money Tigers' on Nippon TV in Japan and known around the world under titles including 'Dragons' Den,' 'Shark Tank,' and 'Lions' Den,' the Sony Pictures Television-distributed format has become the world's number one adapted business reality television show, in terms of the number of territories launched. Produced in territories on every continent, the format sees aspiring entrepreneurs pitch to secure investment from some of the top names in the business world. About Fiserv Fiserv, Inc. (NYSE: FI), a Fortune 500 company, moves more than money. As a global leader in payments and financial technology, the company helps clients achieve best-in-class results through a commitment to innovation and excellence in areas including account processing and digital banking solutions; card issuer processing and network services; payments; e-commerce; merchant acquiring and processing; and Clover®, the world's smartest point-of-sale system and business management platform. Fiserv is a member of the S&P 500® Index and one of Fortune® World's Most Admired Companies™. Visit and follow on social media for more information and the latest company news. About Shark Tank The recipient of five Emmy Awards for Outstanding Structured Reality Program, ABC's 'Shark Tank,' premiering its 17th season this fall, features the Sharks – tough, self-made, multimillionaire and billionaire tycoons – as they invest in America's best businesses and products. The Sharks give people from all walks of life the chance to chase the American Dream and potentially secure life-changing business deals. The Sharks are real estate mogul Barbara Corcoran; prolific CPG investor and self-made inventor of retail products Lori Greiner; cyber-security technology innovator Robert Herjavec; fashion and branding expert Daymond John; venture capitalist Kevin O'Leary; and philanthropist and founder of KIND Snacks and the Builders, Daniel Lubetzky. Mark Burnett, Clay Newbill, Yun Lingner, Max Swedlow, Brandon Wallace, Barbara Corcoran, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec, Daymond John, Kevin O'Leary, Barry Poznick, and Phil Gurin are the executive producers of 'Shark Tank,' which is based on the Japanese 'Dragons' Den' format, created by Nippon TV. The series is produced by MGM Television, a division of Amazon MGM Studios, in association with Sony Pictures Television. About Sony Pictures Television Sony Pictures Television (SPT) is one of the television industry's leading content providers, producing, distributing and carrying programming worldwide in every genre and for every platform. In addition to managing one of the industry's largest libraries of award-winning feature films, television shows and formats, SPT is home to a thriving global content business, operating a robust portfolio of wholly-owned and joint-venture production companies across the U.S., Europe, Latin America, and Asia Pacific, as well as linear and digital channels around the world. SPT is a Sony Pictures Entertainment Company, a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation. FI-G
Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
The Clover x Shark Tank Summit Reveals Full Speaker Line-Up and Programming for
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Clover, the world's smartest all-in-one point-of-sale system, and Sony Pictures Television (SPT), which produces the critically acclaimed, multi-Emmy® Award-winning ' Shark Tank,' announced the full speaker line-up and programming for the first-ever live, Clover x Shark Tank Summit. Taking place in Las Vegas from September 28-30, 2025, the multi-day event will provide entrepreneurs with inspiration, in-depth insights, and the guidance they need to find success. The Clover x Shark Tank Summit is sponsored by ADP ® and in partnership with media partner, Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future. This year's Clover x Shark Tank Summit will feature previously announced business tycoons – the 'Sharks' from the hit reality TV show, including Barbara Corcoran, Robert Herjavec, Daymond John, Kevin O'Leary, Daniel Lubetzky and two exciting guest Sharks, Rashaun Williams, venture capitalist and financial literacy activist, and Allison Ellsworth, co-founder of poppi, who recently sold poppi for close to $2B. Additional notable speakers include Mark Cuban, Tabitha Brown and Gary Vaynerchuck. The lineup will also include world famous entrepreneurs, dealmakers, brand builders, company founders, and more, who will speak on all things small business, including raising capital, community, mastering your business pitch, talent trends, marketing, and much more. Newly announced to the star-studded line-up of speakers from 'Shark Tank' are Emmy ® -nominated Mindy Zemrak, Supervising Casting Producer of 'Shark Tank,' Jim Tselikis and Sabin Lomac, co-founders of Cousins Maine Lobster, and one of Barbara's Corcoran's most popular and successful 'Shark Tank' investments, David Heath and Randy Goldberg, co-founders of Bombas, the most successful 'Shark Tank' company in retail sales. Additional prominent speakers from the world of business are Jay Bailey, President and CEO of Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs, Katie Kirkpatrick, President & CEO of Metro Atlanta Chamber, TJ Bennett, Co-owner and CEO of Sole Play, Alison Lands and Khalilah 'KO' Olokunola of Jobs For The Future, Mike Hofman, Editor-in-Chief of Inc., Melissa Bouma, CEO of Manifest and Jess Sims, Peloton Instructor, ESPN Reporter & GMA Contributor. Throughout the three-day event, attendees will gain insights from experts and take a deep dive into what it takes to start, grow and scale a business ranging from sessions such as: Shark-Sized Confidence: Invest in You – a powerful fireside chat on investing in yourself, self-care, resilience, and staying grounded while you grow. The Big Catch: Raising Capital with a Shark Tank Mindset – learn how to think beyond the bank with nontraditional funding routes to raising capital that still pack power. Swim With Your Pack: Why Community is Your Strategic Advantage – a powerhouse session on how innovation, leadership, and public-private partnerships can fuel businesses that move communities forward. For That Reason, I'm In: Master the Pitch – an interactive workshop to help you master the art of the pitch, from funding fundamentals to real-time demos, these tips will help you win over investors, banks, and more. Think Like a Shark: From Scrappy to Scalab l e —Your Zero to Hero Game Plan – a high-powered session covering the 10 must-dos before raising capital, plus insider tips on VC funds and more. Make Them Bite: Branding that Grows Your Business – a powerhouse panel on the new rules of branding and marketing, delivering strategies entrepreneurs can use to grow their business. Catch the Best: How to Net Top Talent – an in-depth view on how to hire, inspire, and retain top talent. The Final Pitch – The conference culminates in an exciting celebratory moment when a select group of entrepreneurs will take to the stage to pitch live before an audience and a distinguished panel – including Sharks! Ahead of the Clover x Shark Tank Summit, small business owners can enter to win an Access Pass for a chance to participate in the event. The entry period runs through August 11. Entrepreneurs looking to elevate their businesses can visit for complete details. To learn more about Clover and how the brand is providing solutions for small businesses, including the Clover x Shark Tank Summit, visit and follow @clovercommerce on Instagram, X, Facebook, and LinkedIn with hashtag #CloverxSharkTankSummit. Since launching in 2001 as 'Money Tigers' on Nippon TV in Japan and known around the world under titles including 'Dragons' Den,' 'Shark Tank,' and 'Lions' Den,' the Sony Pictures Television-distributed format has become the world's number one adapted business reality television show, in terms of the number of territories launched. Produced in territories on every continent, the format sees aspiring entrepreneurs pitch to secure investment from some of the top names in the business world. About Fiserv Fiserv, Inc. (NYSE: FI), a Fortune 500 company, moves more than money. As a global leader in payments and financial technology, the company helps clients achieve best-in-class results through a commitment to innovation and excellence in areas including account processing and digital banking solutions; card issuer processing and network services; payments; e-commerce; merchant acquiring and processing; and Clover ®, the world's smartest point-of-sale system and business management platform. Fiserv is a member of the S&P 500 ® Index and one of Fortune ® World's Most Admired Companies™. Visit and follow on social media for more information and the latest company news. About Shark Tank The recipient of five Emmy Awards for Outstanding Structured Reality Program, ABC's 'Shark Tank,' premiering its 17 th season this fall, features the Sharks – tough, self-made, multimillionaire and billionaire tycoons – as they invest in America's best businesses and products. The Sharks give people from all walks of life the chance to chase the American Dream and potentially secure life-changing business deals. The Sharks are real estate mogul Barbara Corcoran; prolific CPG investor and self-made inventor of retail products Lori Greiner; cyber-security technology innovator Robert Herjavec; fashion and branding expert Daymond John; venture capitalist Kevin O'Leary; and philanthropist and founder of KIND Snacks and the Builders, Daniel Lubetzky. Mark Burnett, Clay Newbill, Yun Lingner, Max Swedlow, Brandon Wallace, Barbara Corcoran, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec, Daymond John, Kevin O'Leary, Barry Poznick, and Phil Gurin are the executive producers of 'Shark Tank,' which is based on the Japanese 'Dragons' Den' format, created by Nippon TV. The series is produced by MGM Television, a division of Amazon MGM Studios, in association with Sony Pictures Television. About Sony Pictures Television Sony Pictures Television (SPT) is one of the television industry's leading content providers, producing, distributing and carrying programming worldwide in every genre and for every platform. In addition to managing one of the industry's largest libraries of award-winning feature films, television shows and formats, SPT is home to a thriving global content business, operating a robust portfolio of wholly-owned and joint-venture production companies across the U.S., Europe, Latin America, and Asia Pacific, as well as linear and digital channels around the world. SPT is a Sony Pictures Entertainment Company, a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation. FI-G
NDTV
17-07-2025
- Business
- NDTV
Bentley, Elephant Rides And More: US Millionaire Reveals "Crazy" Work Perks She's Offered Her Team
Barbara Corcoran, the self-made millionaire and real estate mogul known for her role on 'Shark Tank', has shared the "crazy" work perks she offered her employees to create a fun and loyal company culture at her firm, The Corcoran Group. Taking to LinkedIn, Ms Corcoran attributed her empire-building prowess to a philosophy that focuses on rewarding her employees handsomely for their hard work along the way. Her methods went far beyond standard corporate benefits, which even included buying her top broker a Bentley. "People are the most creative when they're having fun, and we had more fun than anyone else. I stopped advertising to hire because people were lining up to work at The Corcoran Group! Fun builds loyalty, and we had no turnover," the Shark Tank investor wrote in a post on LinkedIn. The real estate mogul shared the "crazy" benefits she offered her employees to keep them motivated. "I threw the wildest parties in town," she wrote, adding, " Each party had a wacky theme, and dressing up was required! We ate too much, laughed too loud, and had way too much fun. Good themes make parties more fun. The more ridiculous, the more fun everyone had!" Ms Corcoran further revealed that employees at her firm enjoyed freebies that extended well beyond typical healthy snacks and Nespresso coffee. The 76-year-old tycoon said that she would offer anything from yoga, blowouts and massages to ping pong tables, free lunches and manicures. She would even bring in laundry machines and babysitters to support the working mothers at the real estate firm. She also said that she would take her staffers out on trips whenever she could afford it, including bussing her 600 agents to the country for mid-week picnics. "I bused 600 agents to the country for midweek picnics, and every picnic had its own crazy gimmick: a 60-foot hot air balloon, a 5,000-pound elephant, and a spitting camel offering safari rides," Ms Corcoran wrote on LinkedIn. "Why not? We worked hard, and we deserved to play hard too," she said. There were also smaller things that the millionaire did to build morale. She recalled throwing "the wildest parties in town," and keeping a "good idea jar" in the office, where she'd reward each good idea with a dollar. "Big, small, crazy, it didn't matter," Ms Corcoran continued. "If you spoke up, you got a buck. It wasn't about the money, it was about building a team where ideas flowed and efforts were rewarded over results," she wrote. Moreover, Ms Corcoran said she even gave out gold ribbons to staff who closed a million-dollar sale, instead of cold hard cash. "Everyone laughed at the idea until the first ribbon was claimed, and jealousy kicked in fast! By the end of the month, desks were covered in gold ribbons," she said. "Recognition motivates people more than money," she concluded.
Entrepreneur
16-07-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Barbara Corcoran: If You Want to Be Rich, Follow These Rules
Real estate pioneer Barbara Corcoran says the most successful people she knows all have one thing in common. Barbara Corcoran famously sold the real estate company she founded for $66 million in 2001. Since then, she became an original investor on ABC's "Shark Tank," which is now filming its 17th season, and now makes about $4.5 million a year from her investments. On Tuesday, Corcoran posted on Instagram that, despite accumulating millions, there are some "rules to being rich" that she wishes she had known sooner. Related: Barbara Corcoran Did 'Crazy Things' to Retain Employees, From Hot Air Balloon Rides to a Free Bentley: 'We Had No Turnover' "If you want to be rich, follow these rules," the post begins. Then she lists 11 "rules" that she lives by when building her businesses. Some rules, Corcoran has talked about before, such as not hiring "fancy degrees" and opting for hustle and attitude, instead. Corcoran famously "doesn't look at resumes." Others are new, like what Corcoran says is the "most important part of your budget," what she calls "mad money," or the money "you spend on yourself to feel like a million bucks." Corcoran recommends setting money aside to look the part — in 2023, she told viewers that she spent her first-ever commission check on a $320 peacoat at luxury retailer Bergdorf Goodman, despite not being able to afford it. She said it was the best purchase she ever made. Here are some other rules to being rich, according to Corcoran. Spend less than you make. "You can't grow wealth if you're always playing catch-up." Learn to love rejection. "The most successful people I know all have one thing in common: They spend little time feeling sorry for themselves, and they get right back up. Keep swinging!" Related: Barbara Corcoran Needed to Make Job Cuts. Here's Why She Fired Her Mom First. Start before you're ready. "The best time to move on an idea is the moment you think of it. You don't have to get it right, just get it going." Have a vision of where you want to go. "I saw myself as the queen of New York real estate, clear as day, and that's what I became. If you can imagine it, you can build it." Join top CEOs, founders and operators at the Level Up conference to unlock strategies for scaling your business, boosting revenue and building sustainable success.
