Jesus, Take The Deal!

Send us a textIn this episode of Jesus Take The Deal, we sit down with Brandon Turner, a renowned real estate investor, entrepreneur, and host of The Betterlife Podcast. Best known for his expertise in real estate and his role in helping thousands achieve financial freedom, Brandon shares the lesser-known side of his journey: how his faith has shaped his approach to business, leadership, and life.Listen in as Brandon opens up about the challenges and triumphs of merging faith with entrepreneurship, the principles that guide his decision-making, and how he stays true to his values while building successful ventures. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned investor, or simply someone looking to integrate faith more deeply into your work, this conversation offers inspiration and practical insights.Follow @BeardyBrandon on InstagramTune in next week! Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

To round out the 2023 season, we welcome Becky Barrick, a legend in the real estate industry. She shares the highs and lows of nearly 20 years spent in real estate. Her insight brings us laughter, wisdom, and a reminder that God has us no matter what. Becky is a real estate survivor of the 2008 real estate crash - her focus and determination as the primary earner in her home, set her and her business apart. Stay tuned as SHE is soon to launch a podcast! Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

We've hit 40 episodes!! This week we are pleased to welcome a true renaissance man, Danny Smith, to the podcast! Join us as we talk through Danny's story of challenging beginnings turning into ongoing success, through his mantra of “Panic Doesn't Pay The Bills.” Follow Danny on Instagram @MRSMITH3701 Check out @nextstephomesnw and @evergreencleeningnwBe sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

This week we welcome fellow realtor and all around good dude - Danny Altizer, to the podcast! Our plan was to chat about generosity, WHICH WE DO… but only after accidentally jumping into the incredibly cool story of how Danny met the Lord. We were blown away at God's story of redemption in Danny's life, and the whole crew immediately agreed that Danny's story telling is absolutely bar-none. If you regularly wrestle with what it looks like to live a life of generosity, or just really love great stories - this episode might be for you!Check out jesusfilm.org for more information about The Jesus Film. Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

This weeks episode welcomes @ruthyanntaylor , a Pacific Northwest Real Estate legend that leads with her faith and focus on reflecting who Jesus is. We hear Ruthy's testimony, the moment she met Jesus. Prepare for a powerful story of how her entire world changed in a moment facing a painful health condition while selling books door to door. This story is unforgettable. She reminds us that there's a whole lot of life ahead of us and you can do hard things. Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

The gang is back together! This week, the JTTD crew has the privilege of welcoming in South Dakota Realtor, Doily Fulcher! Prior to packing up and moving to South Dakota, Doily worked as a Western Washington home inspector, and shares several ties with Nichole and Jake. Doily shares his experiences in moving his family across the country multiple times, while being led by God to keep the question of “what are we known for” at the center of his life. If you find yourself anxious about the idea of “starting over,” whether in a new job, a new home or anything in between, Doily's wisdom certainly offers some great insights!Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

Real Estate Investor, Small Business Owner, Follower of Jesus - Jake Furfaro shares a powerful story on overcoming imposter syndrome and feeling UNQUALIFIED. If you've ever felt not equipped, or that your past disqualifies your future, this one is for you! Jake transparently shares the good, the bad, and the ugly of leading your business with your faith!Check out Jake Furfaro on Instagram @jakefurfaroBe sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

You're right, it has been awhile. Nichole, Jake and Justin discuss the quickly changing real estate market and some of the bad news that comes with it. From agents leaving the industry to home sales at record lows. It's tough out there and maybe you've experienced it to.How do you cling to joy in difficult seasons? Where does your hope come from? Have no fear - it's not all bad news and the gang has laughs, opinions, and a few Jake stories to tune in for!!! Follow your hosts on Instagram: @loden253 and @nicholefrandanisa Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

This week on Jesus Take the Deal, we are thrilled to sit next to Realtor, Jamie Roberts! Jamie discusses her recent transition from the coffee and hospitality world, into a career in Real Estate, and how it's never to late to make a big change! Jamie encourages us that when it's time to make a change, there is great reward in having the courage to dive straight in! In other news - Merry Christmas, friends! Follow Jamie on Instagram at @JMELEIGHROBERTSBe sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

We welcome a dear friend, some would even say family to the podcast this week! AJFrandanisa, a man with no shortage of nicknames jumps two feet into the studio. If you're thinking that last name looks familiar, you are on to something! AJ is our host, Nichole's, husband. He has also made a career shift this year into mortgage lending with Fairway Mortgage Company and has an incredible story of the Lords timing! If you need a reminder that peace is possible and that God is working all things together for your good… this one's for you! To find out more about AJ, check him out on Instagram @Anthonyfran Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

It's Friday, and your favorite crew is BACK for another episode of Jesus Take The Deal! We've ditched the guests for this episode, and are taking the opportunity for a good ole' family-style chat around the table. If you've followed the clickbait online, and have questions about where our current Real Estate market is at - we take a somewhat spontaneous dive into what today's market is looking like, and how that's affecting us as real estate professionals. We conclude by chatting through the ways that each of us “keep our head above water” in tough work circumstances.Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

This week we are VERY excited to welcome your friend and ours, Jeremy Duplissey into the Jesus Take the Deal studio! Join us as Nichole and Jake chat with Jeremy through his journey of faith, and answer the question of how a guy has both a seminary degree and a home inspector's license! If you've ever wrestled with how to apply your faith to every category of your work life, you'll find some nuggets here. You don't want to miss this highly anticipated interview! Enjoy!Find out more about NW Premier Home Inspection at https://nwinspect.com/contact-us/Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

This week, we learn from everyone's “Hometown Hira”, Katie Hira of Katie Hira Homes. Katie shares about her successful career in real estate and why having a good reputation is so important. She discusses the necessity of authenticity in business and how you should be YOU no matter what. Katie reminds us about how celebrating one another in business only makes us better. Her story is certainly special!Find out more about Katie at Katiehirahomes.com and be sure to follow her on Instagram @KatieHiraHomes.Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

This week on Jesus Take the Deal, we welcome Pacific Northwest Real Estate mainstay, Mike Renard! In addition to consistently being one of the top-producing Realtors in the state, Mike has a reputation of making his business approachable and fun. Join us as we chat through Mike's origin story into Real Estate, and how significant challenges in his life have led him to the success that he finds today.Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

This one is for the hungry, excited, passionate business folks out there! We welcome 20 year veteran of real estate, Rebecca Del Pozo if Keller Williams to the podcast. Rebecca shared her heart to serve Gods people in Gods business. Through intentional methods of staying focused on the right things, Rebecca has had an incredibly successful career. She shares how visualizing your goals and simply MOVING towards them can move mountains in your business. To learn more about Rebecca and her business, follow her on Instagram @RDPHomes or her website rebeccadelpozo.com. Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

For episode 3, we welcome Puyallup Loan Officer Ben Bratrud into the studio! In addition to humoring us Washingtonians with hockey chatter, Ben talks through transitioning from Minnesota to the PNW, being a world class girl dad, getting into the mortgage business, and keeping his faith at the center of everything that he does. Ben shares that his drive to be a successful mortgage lender stems from his desire for people to steward their finances responsibly, and it shows! Jake also explains why Ben is the worst person who could guard you in basketball, just in case you ever find yourself in that situation! Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

A CAN'T MISS EPISODE with our very own, Producer Justin Argo! Justin shares more about his journey from Alabama to Washington and his roles with award winning companies in cinematography, graphic design, and marketing. Justin takes us through how he experiences his faith through gratitude. We don't always get to hear Justin on the mic on JTTD and this episode is an incredible treat! Pop in to this episode ready to laugh and learn from this marketing legend. Justin doesn't have social media and wants you to visit thepnwteam.com and like @Jesustakethedeal on Instagram. Be sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

JTTD is back for season 3!! Did you miss us? Yep, knew it. We are starting off the new season with a bang, welcoming long time friend of the show, and everybody's favorite loan officer - Steven Wright into the studio! Steven is a long time local mortgage lender, who got into the business in one of the trickiest times in history. Steven shares stories of big risks and big rewards, that all share a foundation of staying rooted in his faith. If you've ever found yourself in the tug-of-war of doing what you feel called to, while feeling the weight of providing for a family in a tricky marketplace, this one is for you!Find more about Steven Wright at his website - https://lo.movement.com/steven-wright/homeBe sure to like @JesusTakeTheDeal on Instagram and leave a review!

We're running it back one last time in season 2! Join us as we review our past guests, and chat through what made this past season a special one. We are taking a little break, but will be alive and kicking on social media for those who want to keep the conversation rolling! Stay tuned for season 3, and thanks for listening!!

This week, we welcome a local legend in the hustle game, Suzy Hoover! Suzy has an incredible gift of creativity and drive. Successfully leading multiple businesses, she finds joy in JUST DOING IT! Got a great idea? Do it! Want to start that small business? Do it! Suzy walks us through how this same courage took her to the stage of The Biggest Loser where she met her husband. These days, you can find Suzy and her whole family leaning into her most recent endeavor, Preston Design, a real estate staging company. You don't want to miss this week's episode!

This week on Jesus Take The Deal, we learn from Jill Green, founder of Hope House of Lakeland, Florida. Jill's vision for a volunteer lead space for expectant mothers to find hope and thrive is absolutely inspiring. The fact that she leads the way to fundraise over a half million dollars seemingly overnight is nothing short of a miracle worth hearing about! Talk about Jesus Take The Deal! Jill and her team of volunteers are accomplishing the impossible with faith in God's call! A dash of chaos, a lot of grace, and a refreshing outlook on embracing it all. Get ready for a ride!Learn more about Hope House at https://hishopehouse.com and follow the mission on Instagram at @Hope_House_FL

This week's episode is dedicated to those who graze. To those who go to the super bowl party simply for the snack table. To those who only respect the double dip rule while in a public setting. In this week's episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Catherine Floyd, owner of Milk & Honey Charcuterie. Join us as we learn about how deep hardship and difficulty led to great joy and inspiration in Catherine's life and business! We also talk about things like “salami blossoms” and room-temperature cheese. You won't be disappointed!Follow Milk & Honey on Instagram!@milkandhoneyco._

We've hit episode 20!! And to properly celebrate this milestone, we are having a pizza party! This week, we were honored to have Lee Taylor join us on the podcast! Lee is a full-time creative director at Armosa Studios, husband, dad, worship leader, and Alabama Pizza legend. Lee talks us through the past few years of his life, and how it's led him to take on a new business of making pizza! Lee reminds us that it's okay to have FUN with our side gigs and to not live and die on monetizing our hobbies. We also touch on Justin and Lee's man crushes (on each other), the fact that Jake thinks he makes pizza but really his wife does, and that Nichole spends a LOT of time researching (not stalking), each of our guests.Follow Lee on Instagram for some delicious pizza pics!!@itselectricpizza

Whether you're a long time listener, or just joining us - you are in for a treat! Join the JTTD crew as we welcome Charlie Davis onto the podcast! Charlie is a New York native, Cornell basketball legend and 39 year employee of the YMCA, currently as the CEO of Pierce and Kitsap County's branches. Charlie shares several amazing life stories with us, and also walks us through one of the darkest times of his life, as he navigates through the Covid season within his leadership role at the Y. Charlie's humility and selflessness is inspiring, and you'll love hearing from him on today's episode!Find out more about The Y at YMCAPKC.ORG. 

We are back! Our guest this week is Puyallup's very own, Andrew Farmer! Andrew is a local realtor, ex pastor, husband, dad of four, and an incredibly engaging story teller. Join us as Andrew shares about the spiritual side of his transition into real estate, and the often unspoken difficulties of staying obedient to a calling even through some very dark days. Andrew's story of calling, steadfastness and “partnering” with God is a huge encouragement to us, and will be to you too!

What lesson does God have for you? This week, Julian and Brittany Garcia share their story of a career in ministry turned marketplace all on top of a big cross country move! The Garcia's are no strangers to trusting the Lord to provide and we get to hear a candid take on life in the midst of job loss and big transitions.  As always, on Jesus Take The Deal, our deep conversations about God's call and purpose on our lives is quickly joined with chats about going hard at Disney Land and Julian's famous doppelgänger. Be sure to find out more about the Garcia family and their podcast at http://www.youngdumbandinlove.com and on Instagram @youngdmbandinloveSubscribe to keep up on all future episodes and always, we hope you've been blessed!

This week we welcome Jake's “friend?”, Jeff Cherry! Jeff has created a successful entrepreneurial career centered around building the platforms of others, and you are going to love listening in on his story! From sharing a bunk bed with an accidental viral YouTube star to having his work covered in business insider, Jeff has found success in an extremely unique way. Jeff lets us in on the wild ride of managing a touring country singer and shares the victories and struggles that come with building an organic, grassroots business within one of the most challenging industries out there. This one is SO. GREAT. - enjoy!

Jesus Take the Deal goes South once again! Join Jake, Nichole and Justin as they have the pleasure of interviewing Alabama's very own, Wes Wages! Wes owns and operates Armosa Studios - a video, photo and brand agency, which also happened to be Producer Justin's first employer after college. Wes takes us on a deep dive into the ins and outs of organically starting a business with his wife, and how they've been able to find success in a crowded marketplace by doing what they love and surrounding themselves with awesome people! Wes speaks openly about the challenges in faith and church through Covid, which most have experienced in one way or another. Jake and Wes also debate geographic locations, and work through settling whether or not Atlanta is in the South, or Portland is in the Northwest. There lot's in here - take a listen!Wanna keep up with what's going on in Wes's life & the Armosa Studios crew? Follow on IG! @weswages@armosastudiosCheck out Wes & Tera's Podcast - I Get It

This week we spend time with the GOAT of side hustles. Brian Flint of Oxford, Mississippi, has a few things to say about going after the good ideas you have and trusting the Lord in the process. Brian comes from a long heritage of business owners and his family has owned Flints Hardware for 133 years. He has journeyed through side careers in photography and video, wedding photography, and finally real estate. It seems that Brian has the special touch to make something successful! Join us as we learn more about his story and hear about how his faith has lead the way. Follow Brian on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter - @Brianflint. 

Join us this week as we welcome Danielle Kartes of Rustic Joyful Food to Jesus Take The Deal. As an author, cookbook writer, television chef, mother and wife, Danielle shares her special story of God using the toughest moments in her life to push her forward for the journey He had for her family. If you haven't heard of Danielle, prepare to fall in love. With an incredible sense of humor, she shares the journey of opening and closing her restaurant, persevering in marriage, and the joys of being an onscreen chef for great shows like the Kelly Clarkson Show and the Racheal Ray Show. Be sure to follow Danielle on instagram at @RusticJoyfulFood and be sure to catch her upcoming book release, “You Were Always There”. Visit her website at  http://rusticjoyfulfood.comLike and share, and as always, leave a review!

It's time to welcome our first guest of season 2! And by popular demand, we couldn't be more pumped to have south sound business legend, Bryan Reynolds! With 15 years of entrepreneurship under his belt, Bryan opens up about the ups and downs of what owning a successful business has meant to him. Not only do we dive deep into the origin story of Anthem Coffee and Tea, but Bryan shares in depth on the journey of growing organically into 7 brick & mortar locations. We talk about the realities of burnout, the importance of fighting for your own rest, and practical ways to lean on your faith through the everyday challenges that come with owning a business. This one has something for everybody! 

The listeners spoke, and your crew heard them - Jesus Take the Deal is back for Season 2! Tune in for a quick intro episode, where we highlight the big moments of season 1, and talk a bit more about what we have in store for season 2. Let the good times roll!

We made it! For the final episode of our inaugural season, we were joined by the one and only, legend of the World Wide Web, Jon Sweet, and you won't want to miss it! Jon traces the origins of his adventure of “accidentally” becoming a social media influencer. From the first IG post of his dad's dashboard on a road trip, to gaining over 200k followers seemingly overnight, Jon quickly realized that he had an opportunity! Jon discusses how his faith drives his focus towards people, and causes him to look different within his industry. If you've ever wondered how to monetize your platform on social media, or just like chatter about chest hair and shooting hoops, this one might be for you!Find out more about Jon here:Instagram - @jontaylorsweetWebsite - jontaylorsweet.com

In episode 9, we welcome fellow podcaster, tiktok influencer, and all-around great guy - Spencer Nakamura! Spencer shares his journey over the past year, in stepping out in faith and trusting God through humble beginnings. We talk about the importance of consistency, and maintaining focus and drive through every season in life, particularly when it comes to entrepreneurship! Also - Jake attempts to casually pick up a local sports team for show sponsorship, Nichole presents a hilarious Christmas gift, and we even have our very own “minute with producer Justin!”Leave us a review, subscribe, and slide into our Instagram DMs with what you thought about this week's episode! Find out more about Spencer and his podcast: The Future Is Now PodcastSpencer's Instagram

Episode 8 is here, and we are lucky enough to have Quincy Allen in the house! Quincy is a bit of a renaissance man - Realtor, Managing Broker, General Contractor, Aerospace Project Manager, Sewer Contractor, House Flipper, and probably a few others that we are leaving out. Quincy's unofficially life motto - “why hire someone else when you can learn to do it yourself!?” Quincy speaks about the importance of having a trusting partner, the power of communicating well, and his goal of “retiring” at 35! If you like what we are up to on JTTD, make sure to leave us a review on the platform of your choosing, and as always - the DM's are open!

It's the first official JTTD Episode of 2022, and we are thrilled to host Edgewood WA's longest-standing citizen (may or may not be true), Alex Haisch! Alex has spent a majority of his post-college years managing HOA's and helping run his family's electrical company, but today, he speaks honestly and authentically about his most recent season - referred to as “FUN-employment.” We talked in-depth about the power of language, and how the words we say and use can help dictate how we live. We also discuss the memory of a goldfish (shoutout, Ted), Jake and Alex's seemingly complex friendship, what it means to consider the Lillies, and what's next for our guest!

It's a HOUSE PARTY, and you're invited! In fact, you are the only one invited, because we totally skipped having a guest this episode in honor of bringing in the New Year together! Join your JTTD pals as we journey back in time and touch on each of our previous guests' stories and highlights. We take the opportunity to field a few questions that have been sent in from loyal listeners, and Jake accidentally Jake's takes a Jake's take! So whether you burn a vehicle or toot a horn to take in the New Year, we sure are glad that your bringing us along with you. Enjoy!

This week we have the pleasure of chatting with Western Washington's resident “chicken mom,” Katie Gruener. Katie and her family own and operate Gruener Farms in Eatonville. Katie walks us through the past decade of her life, from first taking on a few chickens in her backyard, to moving her family onto a full fledged operational farm. Katie speaks openly about the challenges and fears that come with trying new things, and the gifts that come in staying persistent. We talk stewardship, morning chores, staying positive and raising hardworking kids. Enjoy the first ever segment of Faith First, a small devotional at the end of this episode. Be sure to subscribe and review! Your feedback is always welcomed. Find out more about Katie Gruener and Gruener Farms here: Instagram : @Gruener_FarmsFacebook: Gruener Farms - https://m.facebook.com/gruenerfarms/?ref=page_internal&mt_nav=0

Episode “FORE” (golf pun) is here! Join Jake and Nichole as they trace the past decade of life with Salesman - turned Pastor, Chris Lumsden. Chris sheds light on the challenging, pressure-heavy side of commission-based sales, and his journey of transitioning into a life of ministry through challenging circumstances. There is a ton of good stuff in this one! Golf, Community College Basketball Broadcasting, Dogs with middle names, and probably more golf. Learn more about Chris's church, Gateway Chapel!https://gatewaychapelpnw.com/FB: https://www.facebook.com/gatewaypnwIG: @gatewaychapelpnw

In this week's episode, we throw some metaphorical logs on the fire with Idaho's favorite pitmaster - Kyle Deady! Kyle is a family man, dad of 8, Idaho Falls realtor, purveyor of deliciously smoked meats, and faith-forward businessman. We follow Kyle's story of packing his family of 10 into an RV, and transitioning from Washington to Idaho with big dreams! Kyle's story reminds us that often times the things that take the most time and commitment come with the biggest payoff.Follow and learn more about Kyle!Kyle's Instagram: @thecarnesseurKyle's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kyle.deady.5

In this episode, Nichole and Jake talk with Alicia Reynolds, who is a fellow real estate agent AND co-owner of a popular, local coffee chain, Anthem Coffee & Tea. Alicia's story is no joke, a POWERFUL one. After a battle with Lyme disease, she decided on choosing to do what she's always wanted to do: To become a real estate agent. Her perseverance and mantra of "not wasting this" is super inspiring so you don't want to miss out!Learn more about Alicia!Alicia's Instagram: @aliciareynoldsAlicia's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aliciareynoldsrealestate

We jump two feet into Jesus Take The Deal, learning more about vision, pivoting, and the haircuts that make us who we are. Join us as we hear from Joshua Meeks, owner, and founder of The PNW Team Real Estate, and perhaps discover what you WANT to do.

Meet your hosts, Jake and Nichole, learn more about their similarities and differences and find out what to expect for future episodes. Grab a pair of your favorite #Crocs and subscribe to stay in the know for the episodes ahead!