Jeffrey  Barkstall

Jeffrey Barkstall

GRI, SRS

License #: 475.128819

Heartland Real Estate Of Central Illinois, Inc.

Mobile:
217.637.0374
Office:
217.352.4288 ext. 54
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Agents feel equipped to meet real estate’s consolidation moment

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Mon, 2026-06-08 04:00
While agents Intel surveyed in May were divided on how listings should be shared, they weren't concerned about their own ability to compete.

‘My 1st addiction was achievement’: A conversation with luxury agent Shelton Wilder

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Mon, 2026-06-08 03:35
James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with luxury's Shelton Wilder to answer the question, "What happens when relentless ambition becomes its own addiction?"

Instagram has a subscription now. Is it worth it for agents?

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Mon, 2026-06-08 03:19
Instagram launched a $3.99-per-month subscription this week, and it's not the only platform putting features behind a paywall. Here's what changed, what it means for your marketing and whether any of it is worth paying for.

Learn how to read the real estate market’s vital signs

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Mon, 2026-06-08 03:11
When the news is gloomy and the crowd goes silent, Darryl Davis writes, the real estate professional who keeps reaching out is the one who gets heard.

Buyers, sellers and the current market moment: The Download

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Mon, 2026-06-08 03:08
Location, location, location may no longer be the cardinal rule of real estate when it comes to finding a market that's both attractive and affordable.

10 agents show how to win on social media (without a huge following)

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Sun, 2026-06-07 04:00
The best social media marketing, Jimmy Burgess writes, is coming from agents who have figured out how to create content that resonates with the people they actually want to serve.

What are the Most Successful Brokerages Getting Right Today?

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Fri, 2026-06-05 13:33

For a recent lunch meeting, I walked into a restaurant I had not been to in years, and before I even sat down, the owner greeted me by name. He remembered where I liked to sit, asked about my family, and introduced me to a few new staff members who had joined since my last…

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The longevity habit that’s reshaping what buyers want

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Fri, 2026-06-05 13:21
From a 217 percent ROI on lawn care to the longevity habits of centenarians, outdoor space is reshaping what buyers want — and what agents should know before advising clients.

Labor Market Posts Another Strong Month Amid Economic Uncertainty

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Fri, 2026-06-05 12:22

The labor market remains in good standing, beating out economist expectations for another month in May as the rest of the economy continues to waiver under the pressure of geopolitical uncertainty. The latest Employment Situation Summary from the Bureau of Labor Statistics saw the U.S. add 172,000 jobs in May, “well above forecasts ranging from…

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