Home Sweet Home Radio

Show Month and Year: November 2022 Show Number: 120 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guests: Leslie Bitterman - Real Estate Broker at Keller Williams Realty NCW in Wenatchee, WA Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company   Summary: This episode Leslie Bitterman joins us and shares her impactful story transitioning from hospitality to the real estate business. With the last segment, Michael from PrimeLending comes in to give us an update on mortgage and market rates.   Home Sweet Home will be moving to video podcasts very soon. Look forward to Real Estate Madness this coming January 2023!   Key Topics Covered: CRRO - Community Realtor Referral Opportunity From hospitality service to real estate Benefits of getting your license and doing referrals Expectations vs Reality Being driven to change Market Update with PrimeLending Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/ https://kscore.kw.com

Show Month and Year: November 2022 Show Number: 119 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guests: Leslie Bitterman - Real Estate Broker at Keller Williams Realty NCW in Wenatchee, WA Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company   Summary: This episode Lesle Bitterman joins us and shares her impactful story transitioning from hospitality to the real estate business. With the last segment, Michael from PrimeLending comes in to give us an update on mortgage and market rates.   Home Sweet Home will be moving to video podcasts very soon. Look forward to Real Estate Madness this coming January 2023!   Key Topics Covered: CRRO - Community Realtor Referral Opportune From hospitality service to real estate Benefits of getting your license and doing referrals Expectations vs Reality Being driven to change Market Update with PrimeLending Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/ https://kscore.kw.com

Show Month and Year: November 2022 Show Number: 118 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guests:   Lynn Thorpe Zielasko - Team leader at LIV RIT Real Estate - Keller Williams North Sound Loren Meloy - Team Leader of Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company     Summary:  This episode we have Lynn and Loren with us to discuss how Real Estate isn't as easy as most people think. Joining us in the last segment is Michael of PrimeLending to update us on market rates and opportunities for buyers.   Key Topics Covered: Gratitude Kills Pessimism The Great Recession The big WHY Real Estate Relationships Mindset before skillset Leads, Listing, & Leverage Market Update with PrimeLending Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: November 2022 Show Number: 117 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guests:   1) Loren Meloy - New Team Leader of Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington 2) Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company     Summary:  New Team Leader, Loren Meloy joined Russ in this episode to tackle today's shifting market. In the last segment, Michael of PrimeLending gives us an updates on rates and opportunity for buyers.   Key Topics Covered: Shifting market nowadays Motivation to buy house Are you a fiduciary? Limiting beliefs Changes in the philosophy of real estate Market Update with PrimeLending Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: October 2022 Show Number: 116 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guests:   1) Lynn Thorpe Zielasko - Team leader at LIV RIT Real Estate - Keller Williams North Sound 2) Sharon Crockett - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company     Summary:  Guest Lynn, single mom of 3 and a veteran real estate agent who's been in the industy for 17 years shares her story on how she gets into the business. Authenticity, vulnerability and flexibility are some of the other topics they talk over. Later on the show, is an update from PrimeLending.   Key Topics Covered: How did Lynn get into real estate Vulnerability and Flexibility You are your own boss Limiting beliefs Going back to basic  Market update with PrimeLending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: October 2022 Show Number: 115 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guest:   1) Sharon Crockett - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company     Summary:  In this episode, Russ was alone on some practical subject matter- what is really going on and in the real estate business and reflecting on all the things that he've been through in the last 30 plus years in the business.   Key Topics Covered: You are what you believe Playing the blame game Consistent attributes to the NCW Adversity breeds clarity Being grateful and helpful is success We have a choice Market update with PrimeLending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: September 2022 Show Number: 114 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington     Guests:   1) Sarah Lopeman - mentor and licensed realtor at KWNCW 2) Hunter Lopeman - Sarah's son and future real estate agent with KWNCW 3) Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company     Summary:  Russ started there conversation by asking Hunter his perception in real estate and how it changes over the course of time by observing his mom Sarah Lopeman killing the game in real estate. After the 3 segments, Michael of Primlending shares an update on the mortgage market. Key Topics Covered: Perception vs. Realty of Real Estate Difference Between Stress and Anxiety Difining Moments Mindset, Mindset, Mindset Market Update with PrimeLending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: September 2022 Show Number: 113 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guests:   1) Loren Meloy - Interim Team Leader and MCTT of at Keller Williams Realty 2) Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company     Summary:  In this episode, Russ was joined by KWNCW's new Interim Team Leader, Loren. They start with having a real, authentic, and frank conversation about the business of real estate. They also talk more about the challenges and opportunities in the shifting market in North Central Washington. In the last segment, Michael talks about the Market Update and Interest Rates. Key Topics Covered: What It Takes To Be In Real Estate  Shifting Real Estate Market Around NCW Challenges and Opportunities Embracing the Fear Market Update with Primelending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/  

Show Month and Year: August 2022 Show Number: 112 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guests:   1) Maria Lopez - Realtor at Keller Williams Realty 2) William and Aiden - Maria Lopez's Sons 3) Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company     Summary:  In the first part, Maria talks about how she overcame her fears and doubts upon entering Keller Williams. She then talks about leaning into someone that's positive and letting go of negativity. In the last part, Michael talks about the Market Update and Intrest Rates.    Key Topics Covered: Taking a Leap of Faith Herd Mentality Giving Affirmations to yourself Market Update with Primelending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: August 2022 Show Number: 111 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington     Guests: 1) Aaron Weiss - Real Estate Agent at Aaron Weiss + Ashley Cormier Real Estate Group 2) Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company   Summary:  On the first part Aaron talks about how he found and transitioned to Keller Williams. Then, Aaron talks about how you can own your time and be your own boss in Real Estate. In the last segment, Michael Maher from PrimeLending will give us an update about the mortgage industry.   Key Topics Covered: Why Keller Williams? The flexibility of being in Real Estate. The opportunity to be in charge on your brain. Making Grace, Forgiveness and Generosity part of your business plan. Mortgage update   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: July 2022 Show Number: 109 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guests: 1) Fletcher Ellingson - Life coach, writer, speaker, TV show host, and entrepreneur with 25 years of speaking and performing experience 2) Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company   Summary:  On this episode Fletcher Ellingson talked about the definition of Mindset and how to understand that our brain is designed to match what we are focused on. Then Michael Maher of PrimeLending talks about interest rates and the market shift.    Key Topics Covered: Defining Mindset Paying attention to what you are focused on Interrupting the pattern The opportunity for buyers   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://fletcherellingson.com/ https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: June 2022 Show Number: 108 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington     Guests: 1) JR Cooper - Recently Licensed Real Estate Broker, REALTOR® at  Keller Williams NCW 2) Isis Baena - Team Leader at Keller Williams NCW 3) Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company   Summary:  In this episode, we'll know how JR Cooper shifted from a mechanic to a Real Estate agent. The specifics of coaching and how it can greatly help new agents to be more productive. In the last segment, Michael Maher from PrimeLending will give us an update about the mortgage industry.   Key Topics Covered:   Career and Market shift   How a market shift is the best time to get into Real Estate Productivity coaching Think like a CEO Mortgage Industry update   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: April 2022 Show Number: 107 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guest: Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company   Summary:  On this episode, Russ talked about the effect of COVID 19 to the real estate world. Then on the second part, Russ talked about the tactics and strategies on overcoming the current market shift. Then Michael Maher of PrimeLending talks about interest rates and how to overcome market shift.    Key Topics Covered:   Real Estate Market Shift Etch a Sketch Approach Get Real In Overcoming Change Tactics On How To Overcome Market Shift Market and Interest Rate Update   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: April 2022 Show Number: 106 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington     Guests:  1) Armando Bendito -  Real Estate Broker, REALTOR®  Keller Williams 2) Lupita Bendito -  Real Estate Broker, REALTOR®  Keller Williams 3) Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company   Summary: In this episode, Armando and Lupita talk about the great career shift they did during the pandemic and how they get into real estate. Then Michael Maher of PrimeLending talks about interest rates and the interest payment of renting.    Key Topics Covered:   Oppotunity in real estate during uncertain times. The importance of Interest rate.  Free Schedule Sealing of achievement In every shift when there's challenges there are opportunities.   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: May 2022 Show Number: 105 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington     Guests:  1) Mason Roy McClellan - Russ' Son and a Marine Corp. 2) KC - Representative of Succession Winery. 3) Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company   Summary: In this episode, we're going to explore how Mason Roy McClellan bought a house and turned it into his dream home. We'll learn how he used an Enhancement Rehab Loan to get a great deal on an ugly house and remodel it. Then Michael Maher of PrimeLending will come on to talk about interest rate points—what they are, how they work, and when it makes sense to choose a higher rate for fewer points.   Key Topics Covered: Debunking Real Estate Myths Enhancement Rehab loan Sweat Equity Buying ugly houses.  CRRO (Community Realtor Referral Oppurtunity) Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: April 2022 Show Number: 104 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guests:    1) Joana Avila - Real Estate Broker, REALTOR®  Keller Williams - Alpine Group 2) Billie Bohannon -  Real Estate Broker, REALTOR®  Keller Williams - Alpine Group 3) Sharon Crockett -  Sr Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company       Summary:  In this episode, Joana Avila and Billie Bohannen talk about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. They also share how immigrants can get into the real estate business without a social security number (SSN).   Later on the show we'll also hear from Sharon from PrimeLending who will talk about interest rate points.   Key Topics Covered: Finding people are unique  The culture of millennial latinos Convenience, familiarity and Security   Why did you join Keller Williams? Profit Sharing in Keller Williams How to buy a home with interest rates points.  Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.kwalpinegroup.com/ https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: April 2022 Show Number: 103 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guests:    1) Lisa Boyle - Rockstar Agent of KW NCW and Owner of Boyle Real Estate Group 2) Sharon Crockett - Sr Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company     Summary:  In this episode, rockstar agent Lisa Boyle shares her reason for joining Keller Williams NCW and how she is dominating the market. She explains how she's built a strong team and how it has helped her grow her business. She also shares some of her best advice for new agents, including why you should never stop learning and why it's essential to be proactive in your business. Later on the show Sharon gives an update about the market rates.   Key Topics Covered: Sense of Security Authenticity & Vulnerability Recommitting to Your Words Some of Lisa's Challenges Building Relationship in Real Estate Competing with yourself Market Update with Primelending Mentioned Resources and Links: https://fletcherellingson.com/ https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: March 2022 Show Number: 102 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guests:    1) Fletcher Ellingson - Life coach, writer, speaker, TV show host, and entrepreneur with 25 years of speaking and performing experience     2) Sharon Crockett - Sr Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company     Summary:  Sitting down with Russ in this episode is Fletcher Ellingson who is a Life coach, writer, speaker, TV show host, and entrepreneur. Fletcher is also the author of the book "The Ultimate Success Formula" which goes over how people can create the marriage of their dreams and financial abundance. They talk about mindset and real life examples such as resistance and how you can overcome such adversaries.   Key Topics Covered: Overcoming Resistance. Creating a very inspiring story to empower yourself.  The practice of getting around with people who are courageous. Market Update with Primelending Mentioned Resources and Links: https://fletcherellingson.com/ https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: March 2022. Show Number: 101 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington.   Guests:    1) Fletcher Ellingson - life coach, writer, speaker, TV show host, and entrepreneur with 25 years of speaking and performing experience       2) Sharon Crockett - Sr Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company     Summary:  In this episode, Russ was joined again by the mindset ninja, Fletcher Ellingson to talk more about Appreciation, Acknowledgement and Gratitude. How it increases the value of ourselves and the people around us.   Key Topics Covered: The practice of appreciation The practice of acknowledgment Being present and seeing people at a deeper level Grateful, Gratitude and Appreciation Market Update with Sharon Crockett  Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: February 2022 Show Number: 100 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guests:    1) JP Suokup - Production Director/On-air announcer of at Cherry Creek Media - Producer of “Home Sweet Home with Russ McClellan” - License Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams NCW       2) Michael Maher - Mortgage Loan Officer at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company     Summary:  In the first part of the show, Russ talks about mind setting and how it can help propel your success in ways you never thought was possible. Next, producer, JP Suokup shares his journey in passing the real estate examination and becoming a licensed real estate agent with KW NCW. Then Michael Majer from Prime Lending gave an update regarding Inflation and how it affects the real estate market.   Key Topics Covered: Mind Setting The 6 Personal Perspectives of KW 4 levels of competency  Time Management JP's experience in taking the exam and becoming a licensed agent Inflation and market update by Michael Maher of PrimeLending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: February 2022 Show Number: 99 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Summary:  Russ is going to dive deep into the topics of mindset, goals, and personal perspectives. He will also share practical and tactical strategies that you can use to overcome some of your biggest obstacles now, while setting yourself up for long term success.   Key Topics Covered: The power to upset you The 6 Personal Perspectives Understanding your big why? 80/20 Rule Difference between being busy and being productive Market Update with Michael Majer or PrimeLending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/  

Show Month and Year: January 2022 Show Number: 98 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guest/s:    1. Sarah Lopeman - Productivity Coach and Rain Maker of Team Ignite at Keller Williams Realty NCW   2. Isis Baena - Team Leader at Keller Williams Realty NCW   Summary:  This episode is part 2 of “Changing lives to the life that you deserve using real estate”, with Sarah Lopeman and Isis Baena. Talking about new opportunities in real estate, limiting beliefs and mindset.    Key Topics Covered: Understanding the fundamentals and mindset of people There is enough business for you The Rule of 168 Dependent Independent and Interdependent Believe and invest in yourself Join us at KW NCW Market update with Michael Majer of PrimeLending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: January 2022 Show Number: 97 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guest/s:  1. Sarah Lopeman - Productivity Coach and Rain Maker of Team Ignite at Keller Williams Realty NCW 2. Isis Baena - Team Leader at Keller Williams Realty NCW   Summary:  In this episode, we have Sarah Lopeman and Isis Baena talk about their role and goals in the market center. On the last segment of the show, Michael Majer of PrimeLending shares about rates and other mortgage updates.   Key Topics Covered: CRRO (Community Referral Realtor Opportunity) It's not about sale Isis Baena's goal as the Team Leader Limiting Beliefs in Real Estate Practical ideas on how to step out of what you are now Interdependent, Dependent & Independent Market update with Michael Majer of PrimeLending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: January 2022 Show Number: 94 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guest/s:    Fletcher Ellingson - Writer, Speaker, TV Show Host, Life Coach and Entrepreneur with 25 years of speaking and performing experience.   Sharon Crockett - Sr Loan Officer at PrimeLending   Summary:  In this episode, we have Fletcher Ellingson to talk about goals, commitment, and personal growth. Then we have Sharon Crockett from PrimeLending share her take on a solution-based mentality, and talk about inflation, refinance and mortgage updates.   Key Topics Covered: Mindset, strategies and tactics Take responsibility for commitment Hardwired to for personal growth Greater sense of capacity and ability Confidence and self-esteem issues Disempowerment and self-doubt  The core of confidence Good work ethic and forward thinking Inflationary market   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/ https://fletcherellingson.com/

Show Month and Year: December 2021 Show Number: 93 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington   Guest/s:  Dan Beardslee - Operations Manager at Erlandsen & Associates based in East Wenatchee. Previously, Dan was a Board Member at Building North Central Washington Sharon Crockett - Sr Loan Officer at PrimeLending   Summary:  In this episode, we are joined by the godfather of land planning, Dan Beardslee, as we discuss about government, rental business, land usage and planning. In the last segment, Sharon Crockett from Prime Lending talks about the statistics and rates   Key Topics Covered: The local government in Chelan, Douglas County What is going on with short term rentals and where it is headed Affordable housing crisis STR regulations and enforcement The pressures of growth and changes in economy and technology Growth Management Act of Washington State Positivity and solution-based mentality Interest rates and mortgage insurance with PrimeLending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: October 2021 Show Number: 91 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Guest/s:  Isis Baena - the new Team Leader of Keller Williams Realty NCW   In this episode, Isis Baena shares her story of how she breaks barriers by overcoming adversities and turning them into success.   Key Topics Covered: Hiring somebody with no real estate license Accepting fear and choosing to be brave Translating adversity into a path of success Helping people with their mindset Creating positive impact to people 80-20 Rule and assassinating people's limiting beliefs Process of buying a house Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: September 2021 Show Number: 90 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Guest/s:  Jason Brooks - Outdoor Writer, Photographer and Field Editor at Western Hunting Journal Kyle Hurst - License Real Estate Agent and New member of Keller Williams Realty NCW Fletcher Ellingson - Writer, Speaker, TV Show Host, Life Coach and Entrepreneur with 25 years of speaking and performing experience.   In this episode, outdoor lover, Jason Brooks, Real Estate Gangster, Kyle Hurst and Life Coach, Fletcher Ellingson have joined Russ and their conversations centered about outdoor adventures, orchard lifestyles, and the art of feeling good.   Key Topics Covered: So much outdoor to explore in North Central Washington Setting yourself up for success Working with farmers vs Having horticulture degree Big gap between real life and what is being taught in universities  The practice of feeling good Market Update with PrimeLending Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/ https://fletcherellingson.com/

Show Month and Year: September 2021 Show Number: 89 Hosted by Russ McClellan, founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Guest/s:  Emily Ostrem - Licensed Real Estate Agent and a native Washingtonian who grew up in Kirkland.   After being burned out for working 8 years in the hospitality and marketing industry, Emily decided to get her real estate license and in this episode, she shares her journey and knowledge in real estate.   Key Topics Covered: How Emily got into Real Estate? Expectations in real estate and how it turned out Concept of Restriction Smart Growth vs No Growth Mentality The best thing about Keller Williams Being a Referral Agent How much inventory we have vs the demand Mortgage Minute with Prime Lending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/ https://www.emilysellsleavenworth.com/  

Show Month and Year: August 2021 Show Number: 88 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Guest/s:  Seth Stevens - Licensed Real Estate Agent and Founder of Steven's Home Group Riggs Mischke - Licensed Real Estate Agent and member of Steven's Home Group   Joining us in this episode is the Renaissance Man and Founder of Steven's Home Group, Seth Stevens and his team member Riggs Mischke. They talk about how they took Steven's Home Group off the ground while still in high school and 3 and a half years later closing Millions of transactions a month.   Key Topics Covered: Knowledge is infinite Having a team vs being a solo agent Leads, Listing and Leverage Keller Williams Resources Where the Steven's Home Group is heading in the future Perception vs Reality Market Update with Primelending Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/ www.stevenshomegroupwa.com

Show Month and Year: August 2021 Show Number: 87 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Guest/s:  Sarah Lopeman - Licensed Real Estate Agent and Keller Williams Realty NCW's Productivity Coach   Sarah Lopeman, a single mom with 3 kids and a server/bartender who was burned out and looking for a change, shares her story with Russ on how she overcame her fears and became a licensed Realtor and Keller Williams NCW's Productivity Coach.   Key Topics Covered: How important is an office? Getting over the fear of moving forward Motivation of being a Productivity Coach You don't know what you don't know Every challenge creates massive opportunity Basic steps on how to get into Real Estate Knowledge is power Accountability Mirror What it means to be team player as a mortgage company Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: July 2021 Show Number: 86 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Guest/s:  Fletcher Ellingson - Writer, Speaker, TV Show Host, Life Coach and Entrepreneur with 25 years of speaking and performing experience.   In this episode, Fletcher Ellingson joined Russ and talked about helping people with their Mindset, Natural Practices and Values. Key Topics Covered: How you feel determines how you do Making powerful decisions Fear the unknown, scrambled for control, judge and don't trust Values vs Standards Bully Mentality Dreamers and Doers Focusing on the journey not the destination Forbearance Update with Primelending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/ https://fletcherellingson.com/

Show Month and Year: July 2021 Show Number: 85   Guest/s:  Mason McClellan- Ex Marine Corp, Russ's son and 5th Generation of McClellan's Conner Stevens- Owner of Sunrise Watercraft Rentals and 4th-5th Generation of Steven's   Russ was joined by his son, Mason McClellan and his friend Connor Stevens. It's a fun show as they talk about their hometown and their perspective of where their town is going.    Key Topics Covered: What was Mason's childhood like? - 3:48 Kids growing up today vs. kids growing up in the past- 7:12 Like and dislike growing up in Lake Chelan Valley - 15:35 What the towns gonna look like 5 years from now - 23:15 Inspiration, Respect and Adversity 29:00 Market Update with Michael Maher of PrimeLending - 43:00   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: June 2021 Show Number: 84 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Help people find an avenue to get them unstuck.   In this episode, Russ share's his goal to “Help transform people's lives to the life they want and deserve using Real Estate as a vehicle” with guest couple, Brian and Lisa Boyle who also tells their story of where they are in life and where they hope to go.   Key Topics Covered: Culture, Flexibility and Support in KW Unpredictability and Infinite Learning How to overcome fear and handle stress What separates KW from other group Putting aside procrastination Leads, Listing and Leverage Market Update with Michael Majer of Primelending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: June 2021 Show Number: 83 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Are we really getting through the world pandemic?   Coming from a professional athlete family with positive beliefs and risk taker, Lois Daigneult who's a coach for 30 years came over to Northwest and started to work in the marketing industry but 4 years later she felt it wasn't enough for her. She met Russ and recruited her to become a real estate agent. Fast forward, she's a successful real estate agent and happy to share her process with everyone through Home Sweet Home Radio Show with Russ McClellan and friends.   Key Topics Covered: Being open to growth The difference between inspiration and motivation How to change your world? Process of making a change Taking first step and having the support Learning curves in Keller Williams Flexibility and balance Market Update with Michael Maher of Primelending   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year:  April, 2020 Show Number: 55 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   What does Fletcher and his company do in a nutshell?   Russ and co-host Michael Maher of PrimeLending invites Fletcher Ellingson to give advice to people on how to create freedom around health, wealth, and relationships. Founded Ellingson Enterprises LLC, a coaching and training company. He has dedicated his life in helping business owners, organizations, and individuals tap into the time-tested principles of success.   Key Topics Covered: Fletcher's take on the current COVID situation What to focus on in life and how to leverage it? What does it mean by being good on demand? Magic of contribution and its response to our life Creating emotions to demand Lenders perspective on mortgage loan Where are we right on the interest rate compared to 4 decades ago?   Mentioned Resources and Links: http://wenatchee.org/list/member/ellingson-enterprises-llc-11466 https://fletcherellingson.com/

Show Month and Year: May 2021 Show Number: 82 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Confusion and COVID go kinda hand in hand; should we mask up, should we not mask up? Should we get a vaccination, should we not get a vaccination?   After moving away for a short 3 years of island life in Hawaii, Ethan moved back to the Valley to pursue his dreams of reconnecting family as a foster parent and helping people with their real estate needs. In just 5 months, he has proven to do it in the shortest amount of time assisting more than 10 families with their goal of selling or buying their dream homes. And in this episode he openly shares how he started and what stimulates him in this industry. Key Topics Covered: Ethan's entrepreneurial spirit and how he gets into real estate Opportunity and flexibility Teams - Keller Williams Exciting and revolutionizing transition Getting Pass Through Limiting Beliefs Market Update with Michael Maher   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/ https://linktr.ee/KWNCW

Show Month and Year: May 2021 Show Number: 81 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Reminiscing the time before COVID, when everything was normal.   The COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic recession have negatively affected many people's mental health and created new barriers for everyone. Just like anybody else, Brooke Baker who worked as a server at a restaurant lost her job, but instead of getting distressed and wait for everything to settle down, she takes action to make her life better. Now, she's one of the promising agents of Keller Williams NCW and she's happy to share her motivation in today's show.   Key Topics Covered: Helping people get unstuck Taking action to get results Dreams, Actions and Reality Reasons to join KW Coming in without expectation If I can do it, you can do it The Big WHY Primelending: Financial Update   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: May, 2020 Show Number: 57 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Who is Amanda? How did she get started?   Amanda Light, MAPS Leadership Coach at Keller Williams Realty, Inc. shares her story of how she got into the business. For someone who grew up on a farm in Arkansas she learned a lot of lessons, even so, Amanda wanted to be something different from her siblings who have their own farms. She was impelled by her dreams of serving people in the medical field and Real Estate and right now she's been in the industry for 13 years.   Key Topics Covered: Amanda's ups and down in the industry The Misconception of Real Estate Keller Williams Avenue for Career Growth The Science of Real Estate Where we are in this crazy uncharted Lending territory Urgency factor of KW North Central Washington Macroeconomics vs. Microeconomics   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/ https://www.kw.com/ amandalight@kw.com

Show Month and Year: April 2021 Show Number: 80 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Happy to announce Home Sweet Home's 80th episode and glad to introduce today's guest, his old time friend and expert in real estate development, Jeff McCann.   Calling in from the other side of the mountain, Jeff McCann, a professional instructor at the University of Washington and a highly skilled real estate development consultant joined Russ on this episode to talk about his classes and his thoughts in real estate business. Key Topics Covered: Forced Adoption of Technology Jeff's 2 Real Estate Program 100 Versions of Reality Real Estate Feasibility Potential Curve Balls The Sliced of Heaven Mentality Affordability Factors Demand of Inventory   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/ https://jeffmccann.net/

Show Month and Year: April 2021 Show Number: 79 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   The difference between scarcity and abundance, and what comes to mind when you get stressed?   On this episode Russ talks with Monica Bergman who recently joined the KWNCW family in January. Monica shares her experience, challenges, and opinions with Real Estate, and what to expect moving forward. Later in the episode, Sharon Crockett from Prime Lending explains how things are going with the competitive market   Key Topics Covered: Finding joy in what you do Scarcity Mindset VS Abundance Mindset Trust your inner strength What makes KNWCW stand out Inventory boost this Spring Adjusting, Analyzing, and Improving Courage cannot be present without fear Gap between the demand for inventory and the number of buyers Communication between Lenders and Agents   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/  

Show Month and Year: March 2021 Show Number: 78 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   We are growing rapidly with 75 people in our market center   On this show, Russ is doing solo for the whole 3 segments and not just talking about real estate but having to step back and also to talk about life, vulnerability and gratitude.   Key Topics Covered: The impact of vulnerability and selflessness How gratitude can be the answer Loneliness, Gratitude and emotional baggages Rejection is real estate, rejection is life, rejection is in your mind Who am I? The 30-day challenge Focusing on what we want Interest rates update   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: March 2021 Show Number: 77 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Russ is excited to introduce his guest, a good friend and fantastic guy Gavin Johnson.   On this show, our host Russ McClellan was joined by Gavin Johnson, Group Leader of KW Alpine Group, headquarter in Leavenworth, Washington. Their conversation revolves around inspiration and how Gavin started his business and their goals in real estate.   Gavin's thought process of Keller Williams Allocating big funds to do big things Transitioning from a boutique brokerage to managing a group under KW Umbrella Creating opportunity for others What is family lines? Mending Lines Alpine Group's Vision Seller's stepping forward and capitazing the market Competition drives a free market Interest Rate Updates   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/ www.kwalpinegroup.com

Show Month and Year: February 2021 Show Number: 76 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   What are you doing right now?   The Inspirational, Educational and Motivational way to start your day! Expert Realtor and Home Sweet Home Show host, Russ McClellan explores the mindsets, habits, and tactics of harnessing your creative ambitions and how take control of your future in “The Land of Covid”   Key Topics Covered: “You are what other people think you are” Self Awareness and Taking Responsibility What is generational intelligence? Russ's Rodeo Life  Failure is a big part of the real world State of Income Loan Forbearance and The Future of Mortgages   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: February, 2021 Show Number: 75 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   With Russ promoting his Youtube channel "Russ McClellan's Radical Realty" and him being inducted as 2020's North Central Washington's Association of Realtors' "Hall of Fame"   This episode is all about the past, present and future of real estate and how to pivot in the surreal “Land of Covid.”    Key Topics Covered: A look back on Russ's young life and his parents Supply and Demand Curve then and now Non Farm / On Farm Income Unprecedented Run in 2000-2008 Supply constraints Real Estate Property Tax based on your assessed value What technology means to real estate? Microeconomic Climate Prediction Indicators   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: June, 2020 Show Number: 59 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Getting the most out of the KW Realty App and the implementation of the forbearance program on home buyers' mortgages.   Russ and Taylor discuss the Keller Williams App and how users can utilize the features to get the most out of it. They also go over the details of their newly launched Agent Stimulus package that benefits agents more than before. Russ is later joined by Sharon Crockett from Prime Lending to explain the forbearance program and how it affects real estate.   Key Topics Covered: Keller Williams Realty App Exploring the KW App Features  What you can get from Keller Mortgage Save up to 30% of insurance with Keller Coverage Agent Stimulus Package Taylor's role as an Innovation Coordinator The Effects Of Mortgage Forbearance   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.kw.com/   Call us at 509-682-1111 or email russ@frontlinerealestate.com

Show Month and Year: January 2021 Show Number: 74 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   A little reflection on 2020   Russ asked his two friends, Luke Groen who's also his business partner, and CEO, Taylor Stimmel, to join him in this episode to talk about their story in Keller Williams NCW and how anybody can accelerate their career in real estate. Key Topics Covered: How KW NCW Started? Keller Williams Value Proposition What Can Someone Accomplish in Real Estate? Keller Williams Culture Profit Sharing Mortgage Forbearance Update   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: December 2020 Show Number: 73 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   We are launching 2021 with awesome radio shows this January   Russ was honored to be joined by two of the amazing people he knows, Luke Groen, business partner in Keller Williams NCW and Agent509's owner, Jeff Hallman. Their selfless conversation centered around helping others help themselves, within the Keller Williams Realty NCW platform.    Key Topics Covered: Risk Return Concept Being Competitive and Collaborative Key Factor that Turns 2020 Experience into Positive Transforming Life As a Mission How to Inspire People During Tough Times Maximizing Keller Williams Technology Changes in Loan Limits   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/ https://www.agent509.com/

Show Month and Year: December 2020 Show Number: 72 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   Despite the challenges this 2020, Keller Williams almost doubled the size of our growth in agents and revenue between 2019 to 2020.   This episode's special guests are Life Coach Fletcher Ellingson and Ottie Holcomb who openly share her thoughts about happiness, personal challenges, and Fletcher Ellingson's coaching that may be helpful in these challenging and uncertain times.   Breaking the cycle of negativity Inadequate time as a common excuse Unlocking the limiting beliefs that you can do things Hitting the marks of it is not your fault belief Redefining transformation Fletcher's perspective on the interpretation Playing the game of fair and unfair   Mentioned Resources and Links: www.primelending.com fletcherellingson.com

Show Month and Year: December 2020 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   “Tough times don't last, tough people do.”   Just like any other small businesses, Brooke and Bella Fritz, who's bread and butter is their wedding photography business, were affected by the COVID. And in today's episode they shared  how real estate, in the land of Covid, has truly made a positive difference for them.     Key Topics Covered: Abundance Mindset How COVID affected people like Brooke and Bella Fritz Myths and Apprehension in Real Estate Realtor's common challenges  Adversity breeds clarity Getting over limiting beliefs The Rule of 168 Down Payment Assistance Program   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/

Show Month and Year: October 2020 Hosted by Russ McClellan founder of Frontline Real Estate fueled by Keller Williams.   We are on our 70th episode and Russ is looking forward for more shows to do   Russ introduces his long time friend, Jan Ellingson, a certified safety instructor and a veteran Realtor who manages a team in Mount Vernon, Washington. With 30+ years of experience in real estate and as an instructor, Jan shares her experience and awareness about Realtors safety.   Key Topics Covered: Staying safe during this unprecedented time Practical things that Realtors can do to stay safe Buyers agent tips Some safety red flag indication How to handle an independent person Reinvesting equity from combined interest rates and appreciation   Mentioned Resources and Links: https://www.primelending.com/