Real Estate Reality

What do you get when Real Estate Agents, Inspectors, Cats, Brothels, Stripper Poles, and Dead Bodies show up to the Real Estate Reality Podcast Show? We'd say a hell of a story... Be prepared to be entertained as we sit down with Kempton Rimes and "LJ" John Evers of Cypress Home Inspections of SWFL. We cover the many things they've seen throughout their time as home inspectors. Hoarders? They have some stories but one, in particular, stands out. Plus Kempton covers a time when he found an envelope with money in it. What did he do with it? Listen in you won't believe it! Murder house? Emily "Kills" it with her story.  LJ and Kempton found some unexpected toys and what they thought was a cute wedding book that turned out to be so much more interesting... How long should it take to inspect a 3,000 sq ft home? Better pack breakfast, lunch, and dinner for one of Emily's horror stories. Tune in!  Go LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW & SHARE: IG: @cypressinspection FB: Cypress Inspections of SWFL https://www.facebook.com/CypressInspectionSWFL Hosts: Jess Morris & Emily Konopasek IG: @realestatereality 

Season 2 is here! Join us as we sit down with top producer Adam Sheets of The Sheets Team of RE/MAX Realty Team. Ever have a client not listen to their lender or agent's advice and then have it backfire then proceed to threaten to burn down their building? Adam goes into detail. How about having buyers back out at closing?  Adam goes into every agent's worst-case scenario nightmare turned reality. In this market, there are a lot of buyers buying sight unseen and have buyers remorse post-closing. We discuss. Emily, Jess, and Adam all have a recent story of how they almost become victims of Buyer/Seller scams! Agent's beware and take note of the red flags it can happen to the best of us!   Go LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW & SHARE: IG: @adamsheets @thesheetsteam FB: Adam Sheets Web: www.sheetsteam.net Hosts: Jess Morris & Emily Konopasek IG: @realestatereality 

Welcome! Ashley Simonelli of the Simonelli Real Estate Group and of Royal Palm Property Management. Ever have to evict a tenant and find out you need to clear and shut down 10 blocks due to live explosives?  Ashley has a story for you! Tune in, you won't believe it! Why does Ashley prefer property management vs Airbnb or Vrbo?  Jess and Emily trade shares Airbnb horror stories. What are some of the other things people leave behind when moving out? Turns out animals are a things. Fleas? Bed Bugs, Rats and Iguanas? Why not? Find out if you're traveling where you SHOULD NOT place your suitcase, Jess explains. Is gratitude in Real Estate a thing?  Emily almost gets fired again! Go LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW & SHARE: IG: @ashleythebroker @thesimonellirealestategroup FB: Ashley Simonelli Web: www.royalpalmpm.com  www.thesimmonelligroup.com  Hosts: Jess Morris & Emily Konopasek IG: @realestatereality 

Is Real Estate any less exciting in Arizona than Florida? We are sure to find out, as we call up Ashley Schranz-Nagy a Luxury Real Estate agent with NORTH&CO. Real Estate in Scottsdale Arizona.  What does sweaty golf socks, dirty bath water, Ferrari, a "Man Fupa" and a boner all have in common? If you said Ashley Schranz-Nagy you guessed it! Dick pics? Ashley's no stranger and just when you thought you heard it all, Ashley shares an interesting story involving sweaty golf socks and creepy client requests. Dirty bottled bath water? But not just any kind of dirty bottled bath water... Ashley elaborates and explained in more detail. Ever had a prospective buyer show up in a Ferrari and get turned on at an Open House? Evidently Ashley's so good at pointing out the selling details in a house it becomes visibly apparent. In all seriousness, we discuss and share some insight and similarities to being successful Realtors and what it takes and also what a typical work week looks like. Think you have what it takes? Be sure to listen in!  Have some crazy stories of your own that our listeners might find entertaining? Reach out! Go LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW & SHARE: IG: @ashleysellsscottsdale FB: Ashley Nagy (Schranz) Web: www.teesandkeys.com Hosts: Jess Morris & Emily Konopasek IG: @realestatereality 

Nicholas Spano from Equity Realty drops in to share some stories and drop some knowledge. Whats the craziest thing you've seen at a final walk through? Nick has some clients that decided to celebrate behind his back at one of his! Be sure to tune it for some entertainment. Nick discusses listing price strategies and offers some tips. How hard is it to buy in this market? We discuss. They discuss frustrations and pet peeves when working with other agents. We discuss the "What IF Video" regarding a big company and what they have been up to in possibly manipulating the market. (Video Link Below.) https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMRE96TDr/ Jess and Emily are not lawyers... BUT! Listen in to find out what. What happens when one of the parties on a contract passes away? Not fun... Jess had to get a deal signed and closed during labor... Fun story, tune in! This episode is very informational and full of stories! Don't miss out and be sure to download now! Go LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW & SHARE: IG: @nic_spano @naples_park_nic FB: Nicholas Anthony Spano Web: www.naplespark.com Hosts: Jess Morris & Emily Konopasek IG: @realestatereality 

Looking for the best Cuban coffee Barista east of US-41? Look no further, Cid Fernandez, loan officer for the Maxwell Mortgage Team and  NAHREP President (National Association of Hispanic Professionals) stops in to chop it up with Emily and Jess. Looking for entertainment? This episode does not disappoint and is absolutely wild. Cid shares some crazy stories regarding things that have come up during the lending process. Looking to purchase a home with your significant other and have separate bank accounts that you both will need to show statements for? Do you also have an "Only Fans" account and love to show your support for other accounts by subscribing and tipping? You may want to give your significant other a heads up about some of your questionable purchases prior to the loan process otherwise heads may roll. An entertainment pole in the living room and in the appraisal pictures? We question if it adds value or is negative towards value. Also does room placement matter? They discuss. How about walking your clients into an unsuspected brothel for a showing? This conversation is a journey unto itself and has a whole lot of twists and turns that spark some unexpected creative ideas. "S" Corps are for strippers. Cid explains. Go LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW & SHARE: IG: @cidswfl FB: Cid Fernandez Web: https://crosscountrymortgage.com/Maxwell-Mortgage-Team/Cid-Fernandez/  Hosts: Jess Morris & Emily Konopasek IG: @realestatereality 

Join Emily and Jess as they sit down with Broker Associate and Real Estate instructor Hank Bertodatto of eXp Realty and Larson Educational Services along with his wife and business partner Jeana Bertodatto. Hank had no idea what he was getting into! We know he had a lot of fun and let it all out on the table! Ever walk into a showing faced with an intimating homeowner and a loaded gun? Hank has! Be sure to tune in as he shares this crazy story. We find out Jeana is the glue that keeps it all together and keeps Hank out of trouble! It turns out extracurricular activities, high heels, and wooden floors don't mix. Ever been locked in a garage in the summer? Hank has... Hank has a message for appraisers... Listen in to hear it. They discuss ethical violations, share stories, and also working with bad agents, etc. This episode is super fun and entertaining! Don't miss it! Go LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW & SHARE: IG: @you_florida_realtors FB: The Bertodatto Network- YOUR Florida Realtors- EXP Realty Hank Bertodatto/Jeana Bertodatto  Hosts: Jess Morris & Emily Konopasek IG: @realestatereality 

Join Jess and Emily as we dial in on Brett Sikora from NJ with the largest EXP. Team in all of New Jersey with over $200 Million in sales.  We discuss everything from wigs, squatters, recruiting strippers, Gotham Brokerage, and Batman.  Ever eat at a strip club? Brett has. Jess Morris's ankles are burning guess why? Ever pull the real estate agent card like a badge? We've all done it. Can't disarm the alarm? We've got some police stories for you! Be sure to listen in! Stalkers from a real estate transaction? Why not... Brett goes into detail. Bee sting in the butt as an Agent while showing? Interesting story. Brett goes NJ after being T-Boned with a client in the car. Emily breaks into her own home and the neighbor has a surprise for her! Don't miss this episode! Go LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW & SHARE: IG: @brettsik @sellwithsikora FB: Brett Sikora Web: www.sellwithsikora.com Hosts: Jess Morris & Emily Konopasek IG: @realestatereality 

Closing in the same room!? How about a seller taking the batteries out of the garage remotes in front of the buyer while staring them in their eyes at signing?  Bart Lewis of Atlanta Georga has. Bart started at 21yrs old after quitting college and has been in the real estate business for over 6yrs and does over $5mil a year in real estate transactions. Bart owns a portfolio of rental properties and even section 8. Emily's 82 minute Walk Through. "That's 19 seconds per square foot". Emily explains... A turf battle during a deal? No, literally Bart has a story for you. Stolen A/C? Why not Bart goes into details. Hiscox/Morehead...Can't make this Sh*t up. Jess has a contract with that title between buyers and sellers.  Sometimes it's 2+2 Equals 5... Jess & Emily touch each other... Get in on the action by downloading now! Another educational and truly entertaining podcast. #tuneintoenjoy Go LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW & SHARE: IG: @bartlewisrealtor FB: Bart T Lewis Hosts: Jess Morris & Emily Konopasek IG: @realestatereality   

Join Jess and Emily as they work through common real estate issues and thought processes with Dr. Kelly L. Bushéy who has a PhD in psychology and is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), and a Board Certified Tele-mental Health Counselor (BC-TMH). She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and helps individuals with stress, anxiety, anger, rage, sadness, and grief (among other needs).  Additionally, Dr. Bushéy is the Founder of Cherith Counseling & Conference Ministries and is a motivational speaker for conferences, workshops, and seminars. In addition, she is one of an esteemed few to be an Authorized Instructor for the Taylor-Johnson Temperament Analysis (T-JTA), which enables her to provide counselor certification training for the T- JTA.  She enjoys working with diverse cultures. As a result of her extensive work with Native American Indian youth, Dr. Bushéy was recognized as an Associate Member of the National Congress for American Indians (NCAI). She is recognized as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Native Americans and is also a member of the Society of Indian Psychologists.  Dr. Kelly Bushèy is also Co-Host of "Bringing Intimacy Back" https://link.chtbl.com/KWevwnVq  Go LISTEN, LIKE, FOLLOW & SHARE: IG: drkelly247 FB: Kelly L. Bushéy www.drkellybushey.com  Call Dr. Kelly Bushéy and mention the "Real Estate Reality" podcast and get 25% OFF of 6 Sessions! Hosts: Jess Morris & Emily Konopasek IG: @realestatereality  Producer: DeShawn Robinson  IG: @dluxnaples @doorsopenconnect FB: DeShawn Robinson  

Want to become a real estate agent?  "What does your husband or wife think about bringing a third person into your marriage?" -Emily Konopasek Enjoy this episode as Jess and Emily go through some of the many funny and crazy quotes by other agents in the field and then they discuss. Ever get locked out of a house? Have trouble gaining access during showings to a house?  Have you ever had an inspector, inspect the wrong house and then turn it into a sale!? Emily shares this crazy story! Cellophane over the toilet while showing and buyers have to use the bathroom? Because why not!? You don't want to miss this one! Ever offer to buy your clients dinner with no money? Emily pulls off a miracle! Realtor: "How did it go?"  Jess Morris: "The number 2 or the showing?"  Getting caught vandalizing and removing signs... So many funny and crazy stories! You don't want to miss this episode! Go LIKE, LISTEN & SHARE then FOLLOW US: Jess & Emily  IG: @realestaterealitypodcast

This episode could've had multiple titles! Like "He Shoots and She Scores" With Keith Isaac or "The Whole Truth and Nothing But The Truth" With Keith Isaac! Either way, we sit down with professional photographer Keith Isaac who has over 15 years of experience and has grown his business and reputation "shot for shot" and "house for house" in SWFL organically. Keith is a legend in his own right and a go-to in real estate photography in South Florida. He's even been accused by some in the business including Emily for being "Too Good" that she now tells him "Do a Good Job, Not a Great Job!" Over those years Keith has accumulated quite a few stories and has seen some things from one extreme to the next. Nazi Shrine? Clown Porn? Ever witness a live Deer murder? Keith has. We also find out Keith is very observant and also has an amazing memory. Neighborhood whack job? Jess shares a story. We discuss everything from dolls... jugs, panthers, and cougars to covering up grandpa. You can't miss this episode!  Be sure to Listen, Like, Share and Follow: Keith Isaac IG: @keithisaac @keithisaacfaces FB: Keith Isaac Web: www.keithisaac.com Email: KeithIsaacPhoto@gmail.com Jess & Emily  IG: @realestaterealitypodcast

How low will you go to sell a home? According to Joe Epifanio or "Real Estate Joe" of the Epifanio Team, it's 6ft deep in a business suit. How far will Joe go to sell a home? Apparently to Italy. Listen in as Joe shares with us some crazy remarkable stories and the lengths he had to go to close the deal. Ever seen side-by-side toilets at the top of the stairs? Joe has, you can't miss this. House of a thousand dolls? Creepy right? Jess shares a crazy story from one of her deals. Sweaty bloody nipples... Because why not? Emily has a fun story with them staring her right in the face. Emily and Jess square off over fireworks! Have any animals that need to be rescued? Joe and his wife Ally are animals lovers and may be able to help! Reach out! So much jaw-dropping entertainment to unpack in such a little time you won't be disappointed. Be sure to Listen, Like, Share and Follow: Joe Epifanio  IG: @realestatejoe_naples FB: Joe Epifanio  Web: www.realestatejoe.com Jess & Emily  IG: @realestaterealitypodcast

The queen of mortgage herself Lauren Maxwell of the Maxwell Mortgage Team swings by to drop knowledge and share some crazy stories.   Lauren is a powerhouse in her own right and has done over 300Million personally in closed loan volume and over half a billion with her team. Have you ever had satan look you in the eyes? Lauren may have. Listen to this story! What's Lauren's outlook in this hot market? "Buy and Buy Now" Here's why... Renting Vs Buying... We dive into the details  The comeback of the century! Lauren discusses how she lost everything and had to build it all back during the crash. Emily's unintentional appraiser bribe... we'll give you a clue... it was see-through and blue lace... Everyone's a real estate agent and everyone's an MLO, how do we stand out in this business and not get discouraged?  Thinking about hiring a credit repair company? Warning! Better listen to Lauren's take on it. What's Lauren's bread and butter and why? Why you should never say no or judge a book by its cover and how that advice Lauren gave Jess years ago translated into multiple deals and a long-lasting friendship. Emily can also attest to this as she shares a success story. Bankruptcy? Foreclosures? New Construction Loans? Manufactured Home Loans? Zero Credit? It's all here! Experience, success, advice, and knowledge aside Lauren also give back! Join her in giving back to the community as she has already committed to purchasing 200 backpacks for kids in need for school with the Immokalee backpack drive. She will also match whatever brought in. Lauren also picks out a family in need every month to give them a $1,000 check. Know a family who could use help? Listen in to see if they might qualify. Go Follow: FB: Lauren Maxwell IG: @laurenmaxwellteam @maxwellmortgageteam Web: https://crosscountrymortgage.com/Maxwell-Mortgage-Team/Lauren-Maxwell/ IG: @realestaterealitypodcast 

So Top Real Estate Producer Chris Lecca joins Jess and Emily and shares some of his crazy stories and encounters that he has had in Real Estate... Ever had a wooden survey stake thrown at you by a client? Chris, has been stabbed in the chest...Press Play. Murder/Suicide Houses? Nothing to joke about but why not? Listen in for more. We apologize but we left our "Fax" machines back in 2005. No name drops but dealing with other agents and biggest pet peeves? Tune in...We guarantee you'll cringe. Listings full of bud light? Red solo cups full of bourbon at 10am? Ok.. "No Contingent Seas" The boat, the myth the legend and WAP... Last but not least realtor photo staging 101... NEVER OPEN THE TOP DRAWER... Chris, knew better, but just couldn't help himself and had to learn the hard way tie dyed vibration style. Be prepared to be entertained. You can't miss this episode. Follow us: IG: @chris.lecca FB: Chris Lecca Web: www.letsmovetonaples.com IG: @realestaterealitypodcast  

Ever been shot in the head with a paintball gun? Join Emily and Jess as they sit down and trade war stories with MLO (Mortgage Loan Originator) and wild man Steven Calabrese. Steve shares his story and his first mortgage deal ever where PTSD almost literally gave him PTSD... What are some of the craziest things Steve has seen on bank statements when trying to get clients approved? You'll have to tune in and listen. Emily has been fired again!?  What you shouldn't do when trying to get a mortgage... How do you handle your frog problems?  Be sure to show "love and support" "Listen, Like and Share"  this week's craziness and episode on the Real Estate Reality Podcast! Follow us: IG: @realestaterealitypodcast @stevenmichaelcalabrese  FB: Steven Calabrese  Equitable Mortgage NMLS#:39843   

Jess and Emily celebrate 300+ Downloads with special guests and top producers Nick and Chris Sweat. Emily got fired for the first time! Ever have buyers or sellers negotiate a purchase to include their pets?  Have Nick and Chris ever pull the twin switcharoo on deals and pretend to be one another? Did Nick get kicked out of Lab Coat Agents or did he quit? Chris received a 400k loan as a starting teacher one day before the market crash! Starting to see home purchases in bitcoin and or cryptocurrency? How nice is it to work with agents that are Naples Natives and know and understand the community and have seen it grow over the years? Follow us: IG: @realestaterealitypodcast @sweatequitynaples FB: Nick Sweat/ Chris Sweat 

Confused by the title? You should be, but should you dare to listen it will all come together.  In this episode, Jess Morris and Emily Konopasek are joined by Raquelle Judge a Real Estate agent and builder in Fort Worth Texas. Also joined by DeShawn Robinson an Associate Broker and partner in Marzucco Real Estate. Together we celebrate over 100 downloads only a few episodes in! Ever have someone steal your seller's landscaping only a few days before closing? How about take your seller's ring camera off and you'd never believe what they do with it. You'll have to listen but here's a hint... it involves the seller's cat... How a few glasses of wine and daughters desire for her mother to download TikTok lead to a match made in heaven. So many stories and laughs you just can't miss this entertaining episode full of stories from start to end. Believe it or not, you may learn a thing or two as well. We drop some knowledge with the current market and Raquell covers what she's seeing with new construction along with some future trends and predictions. Follow us: @realestaterealitypodcast  @raquellejudge @judgedfwgroup www.facebook.com/judgedfwgroup/  @dluxnaples

Enjoy this wild and fun episode with special guest Denny Bowers of The Bowers Group with Compass Florida. In this episode, we discuss the devastating effects of Hurricane Irma among the many others in real estate deals. How low will Emily go to find a roofer post-hurricane? Find out... Election result contingencies? Why not. Follow us: @realestaterealitypodcast  @thebowersgroupnaples.com  

Want to know what NOT to do while entering into the mortgage process to purchase a home? How about buying a Mercedes among many other things like quit your job after a "Clear to Close"! How can "love" affect your closing? Emily has a story for you! You can't miss this episode! Why you shouldn't use an out-of-state lender. How about unexpected things they've seen during showings! Illegal drug activity? Why Not? Special Guest Host Jess Logan of Marzucco Real Estate has a few stories share. Don't forget to Like, Listen and Share! Have feedback or a crazy story? Share it with us. Follow us: @realestaterealitypodcast  Guest Host: Jesse Logan @jess_logan

"Good enough to kill but not good enough to slice up..."- Emily Konopasek Jess and Emily go over crazy stories where the law, criminals, and real-estate have collided in their past deals and you can't make this stuff up. Real Estate, Grow Houses, Plants, Dead Bodies... A S.W.A.T and US Marshals Shoot Out. #tunein Go Follow: @realestaterealitypodcast @jess_morrisrealtor @emilykonopasekrealtor

Join Jess Morris and Emily Konopasek on their debut podcast about the realities of real estate. Together they share crazy behind the scene stories and the antics leading up to the closing table!