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Join General Counsel Melissa Murphy and Deputy General Counsel Shannon Widman for a conversation with Richard Swank, Associate General Counsel at Florida Realtors®, on hotline topics and when it might be best to phone a friend.

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This episode explores how technology is transforming the CRE deal process and much more with Adam Palmer (SIOR, CCIM), Principal and Managing Director at LQ Commercial.The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with top CRE professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate. In this episode, Yannis Papadakis interviews Adam as he shares his journey from software engineer to leader in commercial real estate, his unique insights on relationship building from his hospitality background, and lessons learned in transitioning from technology to real estate. They discuss Adam's perspective on the role of AI and technology in the industry, as well as practical advice for young brokers and seasoned professionals alike. Adam emphasizes the importance of hustle, client relationships, and staying nimble in a rapidly evolving market. Introduction to The Crexi PodcastGuest Introduction: Adam Palmer's BackgroundCareer Journey: From Hospitality to Tech to Real EstateLessons Learned and Career AdviceThe Role of Technology in Commercial Real EstateMarket Insights and Strategic RecommendationsRapid Fire Questions and Closing Remarks  About Adam Palmer:Adam Palmer's early professional experience began not in commercial real estate but instead, as a software engineer where he built field applications and databases for some of this country's largest police and fire departments. It was only thereafter that Palmer's focus switched over to Commercial Real Estate, where he has built a book of business that includes Fortune 500 companies and well-known institutional investors. He is widely recognized as a leader within the industry and around the community. Perhaps most notably, Palmer is the Global President-Elect of the CCIM Institute and has received dozens of industry awards. Adam also holds the SIOR Designation and is 1 of less than 200 Dual Specialists in the world after being recognized for his transactional volume in the Office and Industrial sectors. He is a past Executive Committee member of Florida Realtors, past President of the Commercial Investment Professionals, At-Large Board Member with the Horizon Council and regularly contributes to various philanthropic and charitable efforts.If that's not enough, he can also often be found contributing to the courts as an Expert Witness or speaking at various Real Estate Events, Business Functions and Universities. He has been covered by National media outlets such as FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC, CNN, CNBC, Bloomberg, Wall Street Journal, and others. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter and enjoy the next podcast delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi's blog. Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse 500,000+ available commercial properties for sale and lease. Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/​ https://www.crexi.com/instagram​ https://www.crexi.com/facebook​ https://www.crexi.com/twitter​ https://www.crexi.com/linkedin​ https://www.youtube.com/crexi

Florida is a longtime sunshine destination for Canadians because of its attractive beaches and opportunities for year-round activities. Margy Grant, CEO of Florida REALTORS® joins guest host John DiMichele, CEO of TRREB, to discuss the dynamics of real estate in Florida, and how they're working with policymakers to combat affordability and supply challenges in the Sunshine State.

Have you ever wondered what it takes to transition from corporate success to real estate excellence?  In this episode of the Real Estate Excellence Podcast, top-performing agent Danielle Wolbert. Helping others achieve their goals and dreams has always been a guiding light for Danielle Wolbert. Originally from Maryland, Danielle has spent most of her life in the Jacksonville area. She graduated from the University of North Florida with a degree in marketing and worked previously in banking sales. She bought her first home when she was just 21 years old, so she's thrilled to be helping others fulfill their own dreams of homeownership. Danielle discusses the critical importance of providing exceptional value to clients, continuous education, and active involvement in industry associations. She also emphasizes strategies for adapting to a changing market, the evolving nature of client relationships, and the impact of new buyer broker agreements. Tune in for actionable insights and personal experiences that highlight the power of a strong work ethic and legislative advocacy in achieving real estate success!   00:00 - 04:31 Today's Guest: Danielle Wolbert ·        Tracy welcomes Danielle Wolbert, a top-performing real estate agent with nearly 20 years of corporate experience before transitioning into real estate. ·        She shares her journey from purchasing her first home at 21 to becoming a consistent top performer in her region. ·        Danielle's background, her move from Maryland to Jacksonville, and the role of personalized client gifts in her business. 04:31 - 18:13 Managing a Spa: Early Leadership Experience ·        Danielle's personal and professional journey of an individual who starts working in a spa during high school ·        How she landed a managerial role while attending the University of North Florida. ·        Driven by a passion for business inspired by her father's career in sales, she gains extensive management experience early on. ·        Her pivots towards marketing before exploring corporate account management roles. ·        Her mother's involvement in real estate and her own interest in home decoration 18:14 - 35:13 Consistency in Real Estate Farming ·        Danielle's transition into real estate after COVID-19 halted her face-to-face interactions ·        She explores the initial fear and eventual courage required to leave a stable banking job, highlighting significant steps taken, including: o   Taking a real estate course; and o   Seeking mentorship. ·        Her journey from her first licensing steps to her rigorous approach in learning the market ·        Establishing client relationships, and navigating the challenges of her new career. 35:13 - 38:23 The Power of Word-of-Mouth Marketing ·        Effective strategies for real estate agents to build and maintain relationships within their communities to drive business growth. ·        The importance of finding a unique channel for engagement, whether through sports, church, or other community activities. ·        The benefits of personalized marketing, such as wearing branded apparel at events and utilizing newsletters, both digital and print. ·        The significance of a Buyer Broker Agreement is discussed as a tool to enhance professionalism and clear communication of value to clients. ·        The role of consistent word-of-mouth referrals and how to nurture these relationships through appreciation and continuous engagement. 38:23 - 01:12:22 The Value of Continuous Learning and Final Thought ·        The evolving practices in real estate, particularly focusing on how listing presentations have changed post-August 17th. ·        The need for sellers to budget for buyer broker compensation and the importance of high-quality marketing and presentation strategies, such as professional photography and staging. ·        The value of clear communication about industry changes and staying educated and involved in the industry. ·        The benefits of active participation in organizations like NIFAR and the Florida Realtors to stay informed and advocate for clients. ·        Focusing on client satisfaction and maintaining a growth mindset.   Quotes: "It's not just about selling this house and making a commission. It's about being a part of the big picture and really seeing change happen.” – Danielle Wolbert “I've always just been a super driven person. I've worked since I was 14 years old. The minute I could get a job, I had a job, and so, just always wanting to better yourself I think is the most important thing.” – Danielle Wolbert “Your goal is that you're giving people more than what you're receiving and that they feel like that at the end of the transaction, that they got more than they could ever pay you.” – Danielle Wolbert   To contact Danielle Wolbert, learn more about her business, and make her a part of your network, make sure to follow her on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Website.   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniwolbert Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmwolbert LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellewolbert Website: https://daniellewolbert.com/   If you want to build your business and become more discoverable online, Streamlined Media has you covered. 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Tiea Vincent, the Owner/Broker of Next Level Real Estate and Property Management, brings 21 years of experience to the real estate business and actively engages with Florida Realtors on advocacy efforts. Initially from a rural part of Tennessee, Tiea values work-life balance but is deeply committed to expanding her company's portfolio. Drawing on her extensive experience, Vincent highlights the complexities of managing rental properties and underscores the importance of balancing regulations with property owners' rights, all while navigating the practical challenges property managers face, such as maintenance issues and navigating HOA regulations.(00:07:13) The Influence of External Events on Choices.(00:13:27) Transitioning to Hawaiian Property Management Styles(00:17:31) Exploitative Rent-to-Own Property Agreements(00:18:20) Property Rights Debate: HOA Rental Restrictions(00:23:15) High-Yield Real Estate through Pad Splitting"When I drive home, I cross the Tennessee state line in Chattanooga, and it is like the world falls off my shoulders, and I just can breathe easy. The air seems cleaner. It's beautiful." - Tiea Vincent"

Florida Realtors® association General Counsel Juana Watkins recorded a video message explaining the repercussions of the newly implemented National Association of Realtors® $418 million settlement. Read the report: https://peterzalewski.substack.com/p/do-miami-condo-buyers-now-have-to The audio is AI generated based on the voice of Peter Zalewski, who authored this report. As a reminder, we crunch a lot of statistics each week and then publish the results byway of a series of reports posted on CondoVultures.com. If you want the reports emailed to you, just sign up for the Miami Condo Market Intelligence Report With Peter Zalewski™ newsletter at: PeterZalewski.substack.com If you are interested in participating in a community that shares realtime, actionable information on the latest real estate trends, opportunities and service providers in South Florida, we encourage you to join the Miami Condo Market Investing Club™. The Club is also ideally situated for Do-It-Yourself (DIY) condo buyers who can rely on our latest statistics, expert opinions and access to consulting services. Additionally, we encourage you to listen or view our podcast wherever you get podcasts. The podcast is available on Apple, Spotify and/or YouTube. As a reminder, we are always available for consulting, expert witness work and buyside brokerage services just as we have been since 2006. For South Florida condo resale information, please call 305.865.5859 or visit CondoVulturesRealty.com This information is believed to be accurate and complete but cannot be guaranteed or warranted.

How will the new Buyer's Broker Agreement requirement reshape the real estate landscape, and what unexpected challenges might agents face? This episode is sponsored by Remi Graphics! owned by Dunya Taylor, Remi Graphics offers stunning, personalized mugs perfect for closing gifts or client appreciation. With no minimum order and quick turnaround, it's easy to add a personal touch. Contact Dunya through Instagram or Facebook, or visit her website and make a lasting impression today!   In this special edition of the Real Estate Excellence Podcast, host Tracy Hayes dives deep into the upcoming changes in real estate practices with respected attorneys Rose Alberre and David Heekin of Landmark Title. The discussion centers around the Buyer's Broker Agreement, set to become mandatory on August 17th. The experts break down the intricacies of the new forms, potential pitfalls, and best practices for real estate professionals. From antitrust concerns to practical implementation advice, this episode offers invaluable insights for navigating the evolving real estate landscape.   [00:00:00 - 00:15:00] Decoding the Antitrust Dilemma   1. The antitrust lawsuit resulted in a $1.78 billion verdict due to alleged conspiracy to fix brokerage commissions. 2. The new requirements aim to increase transparency, especially for buyers. 3. Local MLSs are responsible for compliance and enforcement of the new rules.   [00:15:00 - 00:30:00] Navigating the New Agreement Landscape   1. Three types of agreements are now available: property pre-touring agreement, showing agreement, and exclusive buyer broker agreement. 2. Compensation must be objectively ascertainable and cannot be open-ended or range-based. 3. Agents must have a signed compensation agreement before or simultaneously with submitting an offer.   [00:30:00 - 00:45:00] The Open House Conundrum   1. Agents hosting open houses are seen as representatives of the seller. 2. A Buyer's Broker Agreement becomes necessary when providing services beyond basic property information. 3. Ethical considerations arise when listing agents request to see Buyer's Broker Agreements before showing properties.   [00:45:00 - 01:00:00] Contractual Clarity and Compensation   1. It's recommended to include agent compensation terms in the purchase contract for transparency. 2. Agents should be cautious about advertising blanket commission offers on their websites. 3. Existing listings and buyer broker agreements signed before August 17th need to be amended to comply with new rules.   [01:00:00 - 01:10:00] Education and Adaptation in the New Era   1. Continuous education and training are crucial for understanding and implementing the new requirements. 2. Agents should stay updated with the latest form versions and guidelines from Florida Realtors. 3. Providing value and adapting to changes are key to thriving in the evolving real estate landscape.   Quotes:   "This settlement did not prohibit sellers from paying. It did not prohibit listing agents from paying. It did not say that we can't do this anymore. So we're still getting, I mean, it's, the result is the same, the path is different." - Rose Alberre   "If you add value, you will always have a seat at the table." - David Heakin   Connect with Landmark Title:   Website: www.landmarktitle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/landmarktitlejacksonville/ If you want to build your business and become more discoverable online, Streamlined Media has you covered. Check out how they can help you build an evergreen revenue generator all  powered by content creation!   SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW as we discuss real estate excellence with the best of the best.  

Fitz is a cancer survivor, author, keynote speaker, and fitness expert for entrepreneurs passionate about guiding others to live better and longer through her company, Fitzness®, making great use of her master's degree in exercise and sport sciences. She has appeared on hundreds of national media outlets to share her fitness expertise. She has been a spokesperson and speaker for numerous corporations, associations, and non-profits, including Disney, Tropicana, Oakley, the American Cancer Society, the American Massage Therapy Association, and Florida REALTORS. Fitz has also inspired millions of kids to get active through her successful school running/walking program, The Morning Mile®. In our podcast, Fitz shares why it is so important for entrepreneurs and real estate agents to focus on their health and fitness through exercise, proper nutrition, sleep habits, and surrounding yourself with positive people. Fitz also shares her top tips and strategies on how busy professionals like real estate agents can maintain their health through proper exercise and eating habits even with a busy schedule.  You Can Find Fitz @: Website: http://www.fitzness.com

How is Florida Realtors, led by 2024 President Gia Arvin, addressing industry challenges and empowering agents to showcase their value?   This episode is sponsored by Remi Graphics!:   Owned by Dunya Taylor, Remi Graphics offers stunning, personalized mugs perfect for closing gifts or client appreciation. With no minimum order and quick turnaround, it's easy to add a personal touch. Contact Dunya through Instagram or Facebook, or visit her website and make a lasting impression today!   In this episode, Tracy Hayes welcomes Gia Arvin, 2024 President of Florida Realtors. Gia shares her experience as a second-generation realtor and discusses the importance of involvement in local boards, the realtor brand, and the code of ethics. She addresses industry challenges and highlights the resources Florida Realtors provides to its members.   ​​Gia Arvin, broker-owner of Matchmaker Realty in Gainesville, is the 2024 president of Florida Realtors®. A leader in regional, state, and national real estate associations, Arvin focuses on addressing Florida's real estate issues through her "Homegrown" approach. She advocates for affordable housing, adhering to high professional standards, and demonstrating the value Realtors® provide to their clients and communities.   (00:00:00 - 00:07:59) Growing Up in Real Estate: Gia Arvin's Journey to Leadership - Gia shares her background as a second-generation realtor and her initial resistance to joining the industry - The importance of getting involved in local boards and committees from the start of one's career - How Gia's mother instilled the value of giving back to the profession and serving others   (00:08:00 - 00:22:59) The Realtor Brand: Ethics, Professionalism, and Expressing Value - The significance of the realtor code of ethics in setting standards for the profession - Strategies for agents to effectively communicate their value to clients - The role of brokerages in providing training and support to agents, and the importance of finding the right fit   (00:23:00 - 00:38:59) Navigating the NAR Settlement: Florida Realtors' Response and Resources - An overview of the NAR settlement and its impact on the real estate industry - Florida Realtors' efforts to provide updated forms, training, and support to agents and brokers - The importance of adapting to change and maintaining open communication within the industry   (00:39:00 - 00:54:59) Advocacy and Education: Empowering Agents Through Florida Realtors - Gia's experience in various leadership roles and the lessons learned along the way - The value of RPAC and Florida Realtors' advocacy efforts at the state and national levels - Initiatives to promote professionalism and education, such as the Board Certified Real Estate Professional program   (00:55:00 - 01:19:00) The Future of Real Estate: Challenges and Opportunities - Addressing affordability issues and the need for innovative solutions in workforce housing - The potential impact of demographic shifts on realtor membership in the coming years - The wide range of resources and services provided by Florida Realtors to support its members, including legal and tech hotlines, market research tools, and educational content   Quotes:   "Realtors are unsettled because they don't have a clear understanding of what's expected and what the changes are going to be, but we're hoping to take that mystery out of it and really be their support system through this change." - Gia Arvin   "We're only as strong as our weakest link. Anything that I can do to help grow someone else and leave the profession better than I found it, we all have a responsibility to collaborate and work together." - Gia Arvin   Connect with Gia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gia.m.arvin   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arvingia/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gia-arvin-134a687/   If you want to build your business and become more discoverable online, Streamlined Media has you covered. Check out how they can help you build an evergreen revenue generator all  powered by content creation!   SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW as we discuss real estate excellence with the best of the best.

This podcast is directed to the home owner & home buyer.Our hosts Patty Wilson & Scott Cowart chat about Florida Realtors and the new rules!Why can't we have a coming soon listing? Whose water is it anyway! Governor DeSantis & the new bills moving in the state legislature.Patty's Playhouse, we talk about real estate and life in the small southern town.The conversations are consumer driven inviting entrepreneurs, real estate professionals and interesting people who make up our world of real estate. We talk real estate with some interesting and fun facts... Its like house porn! We talk lifestyle, staging tips, home buying selling and investing... all with a happy ending...House Talk with a Happy Ending Get bonus content on Patreon Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/pattysplayhouse https://plus.acast.com/s/pattysplayhouse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For agents, having great communication skills is imperative but many struggle to find the right words to say at the right time. In this hectic environment, miscommunication can be costly, and our weaknesses can impact deals and relationships. How often do we face communication breakdowns or just struggle with what to tell our clients?   With the power of AI and ChatGPT right at our fingertips, we can revolutionize the way we communicate. How can we use it to communicate clearly and provide tailored recommendations to boost efficiency and success rates? Can it help us strengthen our weak points?   In this episode, real estate professional and international speaker, Cyndee Haydon joins me to talk about leadership, AI, and how to leverage it to skyrocket business success rates.   Being able to bring connection to connection is the superpower that AI has when we harness it. -Cyndee Haydon   Three Things You'll Learn In This Episode    -The true appeal of AI Why is AI so attractive to different markets, and what features can agents use to run their businesses more smoothly?   -It's time to demonstrate real value The NAR settlement has a silver lining, it's a chance to elevate our professionalism. How do we shore up our value proposition?   -How to negotiate with ChatGPT  ChatGPT has so many abilities that are powerful for agents. How can it help us negotiate and neutralize situations?   Guest Bio Cyndee is a highly successful Realtor, International Speaker and Trainer in the Tampa Bay real estate market. Using her high-tech to high-touch approach, she has become a respected Broker Associate and International Speaker/Trainer with nearly 20 years of experience. Cyndee is consistently ranked in the top 1/2% of Realtors nationally and top 200 out of 26,000 in Tampa Bay for 2023. Known for her leadership and commitment to excellence, she's a trusted expert in the industry. With a keen focus on technology, particularly the potential of artificial intelligence like ChatGPT, Cyndee stands out as an innovative thinker.   She applies ChatGPT to improve real estate operations, enhance customer experiences, and foster business growth. A popular international speaker, she offers valuable insights and strategies, blending her passion for real estate with her technological acumen to help professionals thrive in a digital age. Cyndee's pioneering and practical approach is steering the industry towards a more efficient, client-focused future. Cyndee is also a candidate for Florida Realtors 2025 Secretary.   Follow Cyndee on Instagram @cyndeehaydon Find Cyndee on LinkedIn @Cyndee Haydon  Find Cyndee on Facebook @Cyndee for FR  

At the local, state, and national levels, investing in those around us by forging meaningful connections holds immense power. Tim Weisheyer, the 2024 president-elect of Florida Realtors®, believes that initiating change begins with the influence we have on those in our immediate circle and the empowerment of future leaders. By doing so, the cycle of leadership can remain impactful for years to come.You can watch the video of RworldTalk podcasts at: RWorldVideos.com

What does it really take to succeed in real estate, and how does one balance the pursuit of career excellence with personal fulfillment?   In this episode of the Real Estate Excellence Podcast, host Tracy Hayes sits down with Jeffrey Levine, a seasoned real estate professional and the current secretary of the Florida of Realtors. With over 25 years in the industry, Jeffrey shares his journey from starting in Brooklyn, New York, to becoming a leading figure in real estate. His story illuminates the path of entrepreneurship within real estate, the evolution of the industry, and the importance of leadership, mentorship, and personal growth. Jeffrey's insights into navigating the complexities of the real estate market, coupled with his personal anecdotes, offer invaluable lessons for both new and seasoned agents.   Jeffrey Levine, a Real Estate veteran since 1997, began his career in New Jersey, achieving Rookie of the Year by closing 48 buyer agency transactions in his first year. Since moving to Florida, he's been pivotal in over 10,000 sales and thousands of leases, totaling over $3 billion in volume. As a Broker Associate and Director of Productivity at Keller Williams Realty Services in Boca Raton, he leads the Lux Places & Spaces Group and oversees The School Of Advanced Realty. A Keller Williams University approved trainer, he's also served on the Florida Realtors® and National Association of Realtors® boards, contributing significantly to real estate policies and technology. Recognized with multiple awards, including Realtor® of the Year, Jeffrey holds several prestigious designations, emphasizing his extensive contributions and leadership in the field.   [00:00:00 - 00:01:27] "The Genesis of a Real Estate Journey"   Transition from entrepreneurship to real estate Importance of adaptability and seizing opportunities Insights into early career challenges and triumphs   [00:01:28 - 00:10:33] "Leadership and Influence: Beyond Titles"   Understanding true leadership in the real estate domain The impact of mentorship and continuous learning Strategies for effective team and personal growth   [00:10:34 - 00:22:41] "Mastering the Market: Strategy and Innovation"   The role of technology and internet in evolving real estate practices Embracing buyer agency and delivering value to clients Navigating legal changes and market dynamics   [00:22:42 - 00:33:01] "Cultivating Success: The Power of Networking"   The underestimated value of building professional relationships Leveraging agent-to-agent referrals to expand business Tips for effective networking and community engagement   [00:33:02 - 00:53:40] "Balancing Act: Business Growth vs. Personal Well-being"   The challenge of managing business success and personal life Implementing systems for efficiency and growth The importance of seeking coaching and mentorship for holistic development   Quotes "Leadership is not about titles or flow charts. It's about one life influencing another." - Jeffrey Levine   "Every single day, there's an opportunity in front of us. It's just realizing the opportunity and taking advantage of it." - Jeffrey Levine   Connect with Jeffrey:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffrey.levine.50 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjefflcc/ Website: https://www.levinecoachingcompany.com/ If you want to build your business and become more discoverable online, Streamlined Media has you covered. Check out how they can help you build an evergreen revenue generator all powered by content creation! SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW as we discuss real estate excellence with the best of the best.    

In this episode Ray, faith-based network marketing coach, founder of RankMakers and the Higdon Group, speaks with multiple-million dollar Realtor Jessica Higdon about how to maximize profits when selling a home in Florida as well as a special gift for other Florida Realtors.     Ray Higdon, is a bestselling author of several books, renowned inspirational speaker, earner of multiple seven figures in a multi-million dollar home based business and founder of the Higdon Group, a Fortune 5000 company, where he's helped clients generate over 500,000 new customers through his proven coaching programs (https://rayhigdoncoaching.com).   Partner with Ray: ★ Take the 1K RankUp Challenge: https://rankmakers.com ★ Apply for Coaching: https://higdongroup.com/coaching ★ Invite to Speak: https://higdongroup.com/speaking ★ Order his Books: https://rankmakershop.com/collections/books-journals/book   Connect with Ray: ★ Podcast: https://higdongroup.com/podcast ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rayhigdonpage ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rayhigdon ★ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rayhigdon ★ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rayhigdon   Thank you for watching and be sure to subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@HigdonGroup We believe in you! - Ray Higdon   ======================== More About Ray: Ray's, Home Business Profits, has had over 10 million downloads with approximately 160k downloads every month (https://higdongroup.com/podcast). The Higdon Group hosts annual events with as many as 2,000 people live and nearly 7,000 registered online for their Rank Maker community (https://rankmakers.com). As a top keynote speaker, Ray has shared the stage with world renowned thought leaders, including Tony Robbins, Les Brown, Brendon Burchard, Robert Kiyosaki, Bob Proctor, Gary Vaynerchuk, Grant Cardone, Magic Johnson and many more (https://higdongroup.com/speaking). Ray resides in Naples, FL with his wife Jessica, a prominent realtor, and he has four children. As a follower of Jesus Christ, Ray incorporates faith based principles into all of his decisions, life challenges and business successes. They have raised over $1,000,000 to support families in need, the battle against human trafficking and advancing alternatives to traditional health care.

John Sebree joined the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® as chief executive officer and state secretary in early 2022, overseeing the association's objectives, business development, strategic planning, legislative policies and creating products so that real estate professionals can remain at the center of the real estate transaction and succeed in today's rapidly changing real estate market.Sebree previously served as chief executive officer of Missouri REALTORS® for more than seven years. Prior to his move to Missouri, Sebree served as Senior Vice President of Public Policy for Florida REALTORS® for 11 years. Prior to that, he worked in the Government Affairs division of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (NAR) in Washington, DC for 13 years. Sebree was a Senior Legislative Representative working with the congressional delegations of eight states. Prior to NAR, Sebree worked for two years for the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs. A native of Kentucky, Sebree received a bachelor's degree in Business Management from Northern Kentucky University, where he was Student Body President. He earned an MBA from The George Washington University in Washington, DC. In this episode:John's career journeyThe Jeb Bush storyThe Burnett VerdictJohn's experience during the 2008 real estate crashC.A.R.'s sales projections for 2024John's message for 2024 to realtorsJohn's take on California legislatureThe Norris Group originates and services loans in California and Florida under California DRE License 01219911, Florida Mortgage Lender License 1577, and NMLS License 1623669.  For more information on hard money lending, go www.thenorrisgroup.com and click the Hard Money tab.Video LinkRadio Show

Prepare for an enlightening conversation with Mike McGraw as we delve into essential lessons that every aspiring leader should know. He'll also recount an inspiring story about assuming responsibility as a leader. So, if you want to enhance your leadership skills in both your professional and personal life, this episode is for you!     Key takeaways to listen for Reasons REALTORS® need to learn how to tell their story effectively What is RPAC, and what does it do for you? Winning strategies to increase membership engagement A story about responsibility aspiring leaders need to hear Importance of finding the right person for leadership succession     Resources mentioned in this episode RPAC Little League Baseball Cub Scouts Space Coast Association of REALTORS® Rosen Shingle Creek National Association of REALTORS®     About Mike McGraw Mike is the 2023 President of Florida REALTORS® and a broker associate at RE/MAX Central Realty. He has been a licensed REALTOR® since 1997 and served as the Past President of the Orlando Regional Realtor Association and Stellar MLS.     Connect with Mike LinkedIn: G. Mike McGraw Facebook: Mike McGraw Email: MikeMcGrawREALestate@gmail.com Phone: (407) 399-4823      Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops     Sponsors Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training How to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to learn practical steps for effective action, discover what to say, and ensure success in securing listings, assisting buyers, and expanding your business, regardless of market conditions.  Enroll today at: https://www.leighbrownuniversity.com/dominate-recession  Enter code: CSIRE20 at checkout for a 20% discount.

September is Safety Month at the NAR. We have a great episode with Andy Tolbert to help you stay aware and keep yourself safe as you do your job. I am so glad to have Andy Tolbert in this episode with me today. Andy lives in Florida, where she's a speaker, real estate investor, and safety professional! So, join us for this episode about safety while selling!   [1:17] September is NAR Safety Month. The dangers to real estate professionals seem to be increasing — or are we just knowing more about the dangers? [2:17] Andy has been in real estate for 20-plus years. She is a Florida broker associate, a state-permitted instructor, and an instructor and member of the Florida REALTORS® faculty. She has trained loan officers and real estate investors and is a self-defense and firearms instructor.   [3:29] Andy and her husband have written a book called The Safer Agent. It's the real estate agent's guide to make a ton of money and be safer doing it! [4:54] Andy discusses her number one safety rule.   [5:37] Andy also teaches REALTOR® Safety and body language to law enforcement officers in Florida. [7:08] Andy shares information about why certain people were targeted. Prisoners who have been charged with attacks were asked this question.   [9:07] Andy discusses the fight-or-flight physiological response of your body to danger.   [13:39] Andy discusses the four levels of awareness.   [14:37] Deciding where you need to be on that level of awareness scale involves three things: Where you are, whom you are with, and what you are doing.   [17:07] Andy says you need to train yourself not to ignore your gut feeling.   [20:58] Andy always tells her classes that she's using the pronoun “he”, but it could be “she,” a child, an old person, or an animal that is used to get you to drop your guard.   [26:33] Andy discusses the steps to take before you show a house.   [40:28] How do you keep safe when entering a damaged home, such as from flooding or fire? Make sure it has first been officially inspected and found safe to enter.   [44:02] Facebook Marketplace is starting to have scams.   [51:21] Andy bought a property in mountain country. She discusses that going to a rural property is a big commitment.     [53:04] A lot of people don't realize how serious a matter REALTOR® safety is. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in an average year, more than 50 real estate professionals die on the job for all reasons. [54:16] If you are a broker, Andy stresses that you bring safety standards and training into your office and be serious about it. Don't just make it a page in your new agent's manual.   [58:39] So, what was your takeaway thought? This may be a great episode to take to your broker to open or continue the safety conversation in your office.   [59:14] Please review your personal and office safety policy this month. It is Safety Month, so be thinking of safety this month and all the time!   [59:32] At Learning.REALTOR, the Center for REALTOR® Development offers a whole webinar series on safety for your benefit and you can use those if you need to develop a new policy. We want you to be safe.   Tweetables:   “They've gone into prison, and they've interviewed guys that are in prison for attacking people on the streets and they've said, ‘Why did you pick the person you picked?' And the answer is, ‘Because they weren't paying attention.'” — Andy Tolbert   “I'm never going to blame you for being a victim of something. However, let's look back at the situation. Was there something you could have done differently that wouldn't have made you a victim today? Usually, there's something you could have done differently.” — Andy Tolbert   “If you are a broker and you're listening to this, I want to super-duper stress to bring safety standards into your office. Bring safety training into your office. And be serious about it!” — Andy Tolbert   Guest Links: Andy Tolbert on LinkedIn The Safer Agent: The Real Estate Professional's Guide to Protecting Themselves & Their Customers, by Andy Tolbert   NAR Resource LinksNAR.realtor/technology NAR Safety Webinar Series “074: REALTOR® Safety Tips with Tracey Hawkins” “044: Safety Tips for REALTORS® with Donny Allen”   Additional Links:   FOREWARN®   Microcourses found at Learning.REALTOR. Use the coupon code PODCAST to obtain 15% off the price of any microcourse!   CRD@NAR.REALTOR Crdpodcast.REALTOR Learning.REALTOR — for NAR Online Education Training4RE.com — List of Classroom Courses from NAR and its affiliates CRD.REALTOR — List of all courses offered   Host Information: Monica Neubauer Speaker/Podcaster/REALTOR® Monica@MonicaNeubauer.com MonicaNeubauer.com FranklinTNBlog.com   Monica's Facebook Page Facebook.com/Monica.Neubauer Instagram Instagram.com/MonicaNeubauerSpeaks   Guest Bio   Andy Tolbert Andy has been in real estate for 20-plus years. She is a Florida broker associate, a state-permitted instructor, and an instructor and member of the Florida REALTORS® faculty. She has trained loan officers and real estate investors and is a self-defense and firearms instructor. About ten years ago, she was asked to bring safety training to the real estate world. She is now a real estate safety professional.

Delve into the pressing insurance issues in Florida with industry experts Trey Goldman, Legislative Counsel at Florida Realtors, and Cyndee Haydon, Chair of the 2023 NAR Insurance Committee. Brace yourself for an engaging discussion that offers a glimpse of optimism in the Sunshine State.You can watch the video of RworldTalk podcasts at: RWorldVideos.com

Katrina Discusses the Q2 housing data report from Florida Realtors and why the Tampa Housing market is so strong and why rent prices are so high.  Don't miss this in depth episode where we talk about the current housing market and the forecast into the rent of 2023

Florida might be the third most populous city in the US, but it has the most Realtors - a whopping 238,000. Serving as the president of such a large contingent of agents is a huge responsibility and privilege.   You have a pulse on the concerns of the industry and a voice in shaping the lives of both Realtors and consumers.   What does this role entail, and what's this year's president advocating for? In this episode, Mike McGraw shares what goes into the role and what he's passionate about.   Real estate is relationships. Take care of other agents and even if the agents are new, hard-headed or lacking in professionalism. -Mike McGraw   Three Things You'll Learn In This Episode    - Sharpen your sword If you're an agent selling homes and doing well, why would you spend more time doing more education?   - The Airbnb debate What do the governing bodies in real estate think of short-term rentals?    - Advocating for the empowerment of homeowners What are some of the initiatives and causes the Realtor boards support and what effect do they have?    Guest Bio  Mike McGraw is the 2023 President of Florida REALTORS. A lifelong resident of the Orlando area, Mike has been involved in Real Estate all of his life and he has been a licensed Realtor since 1997. Connect with Mike on LinkedIn .

On this episode of Breakfast with the Broker, we spoke with Jeff Levine! Jeff currently works at Keller Williams Realty, and he has been in the real estate business for over 26 years! He currently serves on Florida Realtors and the National Association of Realtors Board of Directors. He is the chair of the MLS and Emerging Technologies for NAR and is running for the 2024 Florida Realtors Secretary. Tune in to learn important real estate and leadership skills from one of the best! This is an episode you are not going to want to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Top of Mind podcast, Mike Simonsen sits down with Ines Hegedus-Garcia, the current Chair of the Miami Association of Realtors, to talk about the dynamics behind Miami's thriving real estate market. Ines shares her perspectives on why the Miami market has stayed strong through recent economic turmoil, looks at the opportunities and risks for the market, and discusses industry insights from her leadership roles in Miami's 60,000+ member real estate association. She also gives us her take on the region's distinctive architecture and what design and technology trends to watch. About Ines Hegedus-Garcia Ines Hegedus-Garcia is a REALTOR from Miami and Executive Vice President at Avanti Way Realty. Ines is at the forefront of the property technology industry due to her industry leadership and hands-on approach to technology adoption. She is the current Chairman of the Miami Association of Realtors and was the 2019 residential president. She is also a Director of Florida REALTORS, as well as a Director of the National Association of REALTORS. She chaired the 2020 Emerging Technology Committee and 2022 Communications Committee at Florida Realtors and is The Vice Chair of The Board Leadership Forum. Ines is also the chair of NAR's Federal Technology Committee and sits on the board of directors of Second Century Ventures. The National Association of REALTORS identified her as a leader in forward thinking real estate ideas. Today she is invited to participate in conferences around the world to educate others about the power of new media and Ines' participation in leadership, as well as the early adoption of social networks have earned her recognition and respect among her colleagues and clients. An architect by training with a passion for out-of-the box thinking, she's also a Miami architecture + historic properties expert, and her Miami architecture and history articles are read by thousands each month on Miamism.com. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:  Why Miami real estate is still thriving, and why this year's market changes have been positive for buyers and sellers in South Florida Insights into the international political and financial dynamics that drive Miami real estate Opportunities and risk around the booming construction market, including some surprising new approaches to meeting rental demand Which exciting architects in Miami to pay attention to, which buildings in Miami are her favorites, and why  Which technology and policy changes to note for Miami's climate change risks Her perspectives on running one of the largest realtor associations in the country, with over 60,000 members  How she uses market reports on the popular Miamism blog to engage readers. Featuring Mike Simonsen, President of Altos Research A true data geek, Mike founded Altos Research in 2006 to bring data and insight on the U.S. housing market to those who need it most. The company now serves the largest Wall Street investment firms, banks, and tens of thousands of real estate professionals around the country. Mike's insights on the market have been featured in Forbes, New York Times, Bloomberg, Dallas Morning News, Seattle PI, and many other national media outlets. Resources mentioned in this episode: Ines Hegedus-Garcia on LinkedIn Ines Hegedus-Garcia on Instagram Miamism Avanti Way Realty Mike Simonsen on LinkedIn Altos Research Follow us on Twitter for more data analysis and insights: https://twitter.com/altosresearch https://twitter.com/mikesimonsen See you next week!

Review of weekly market report of housing numbers for Tampa from Florida Realtors

Tampa city council help a meeting to look at allowing ADA or Accessory Dwelling units to ease rental concerns in Tampa Tampa international Airport has won some awards Sun Runners 1st Rapid Bus transportation options for Tampa

October is part of National Hispanic Heritage Month! Gonzalo and I are excited today to have this conversation that needs to be discussed, but not everybody knows how to talk about it. On this podcast, we talk about a lot of things real-estate-centric and I‘m so excited about what has come out in the last few years of having conversations about different people groups in America. Today we're going to talk with Gonzalo about the group that we refer to as Latinx. There are different terms and we'll dig into what they mean with Gonzalo.   [1:04] Monica presents the topic. [6:04] Gonzalo explains neither Hispanic nor Latino is a race. It is a culture and ethnicity, not a race. [7:02] Hispanic is a term used by the government. Hispanic is somebody who descends from a country or culture where Spanish is the main language. [8:53] What matters is how the person identifies, as Latinx, or Hispanic. People often identify as Latinx. People talk about Latin culture, not Hispanic culture. [10:31] It is important never to label somebody else; let them label themselves. [11:05] Latinx is new. The intention of Latinx is to make it non-gender-specific. [16:23] National origin can be a tricky topic for Hispanics. It is a point of pride. Never assume where somebody is from. [20:12] Also, national origin is a protected class, so be very careful asking people where they are from. [22:11] Highlight things that you have in common instead of things you don't have in common. Always consider how the receiver of the question would feel about the question. “Tell me more” is a neutral question. [26:21] Whether a person is first-generation or has been here for generations makes a difference to them. It's important not to make assumptions about people based on their appearance. [28:28] A mistake real estate agents make is asking the client if they would like an agent who speaks Spanish. That is the customer's choice to request, not the agent's choice. [32:00] An agent who is having communication issues with a customer should look for a remedy. [33:15] The most important part is understanding the customer's needs. Language isn't the top priority. The decision-making should be similar to any other customer call. Gonzalo explains a non-discriminatory approach. [35:16] There have been conversations going on about race in the United States for several years. Race is an unspoken important element in our culture and our lives. [41:17] In most Latin American countries, home ownership is not as accessible as it is here in the States. [42:44] Many people come to the States and don't realize the opportunities they have for homeownership. Education about opportunities is important. In the U.S., you have to borrow money first before you qualify for a mortgage, which will take education in the Latinx communities. [44:12] Gonzalo talks of high-context and low-context cultures. In the U.S., we tend to be very transactional, especially around real estate transactions. In Latin culture, people like to be friends and want to feel connected. [45:35] Communication is important. In conversation, they don't go into business right away. Friendly small talk comes first. A Latinx customer may feel mistreated by a U.S. agent's directness. [48:22]  We are all humans and we all care about our customers. Be sure that you show that care. [50:48] Gonzalo has made greater connections with his customers. He feels he had become more sensitive to the customer's cultural needs.     [51:32] Throughout Gonzalo's career, he has had customers around the world. He likes going and meeting customers in other countries and it's such a good experience. [53:54] Multi-generational housing is common in Latin culture. It has to do with access to homeownership. [58:29] It is important to remember the diversity of the Latinx community. There are different cultures in each country. [1:00:50] Monica invites you to expand and start getting to know your Latinx neighbors. [1:02:01] Gonzalo recommends biographies in general for learning about people from different cultures. [1:03:34] Monica thanks Gonzalo for sharing and being such a needed voice in our industry. Monica invites you to look at additional resources to continue this important conversation.     Tweetables:   “We are in the middle of National Hispanic Heritage Month and we at NAR are thrilled to share this conversation with you.” — Monica   “What's going on at the border is such a small part of this conversation and it's dominating the conversation.” — Gonzalo   “Neither Hispanic nor Latino is a race, meaning that Hispanics or Latinos come in all shapes and colors. Many people tell me, ‘Oh, you look Latino,' when really Latinos look so different [from each other].” — Monica   “We don't say, ‘I'm a Hispanic,' we say, ‘I'm a Latino.' … We talk about the Latin culture. We don't talk about the Hispanic culture.” — Gonzalo   “Sometimes that's a challenge when you deal with people from a culture that you are not familiar with. You tend to say or ask questions that you didn't think through if it was right or not.” — Gonzalo   “Don't ask a question if you don't really care about it.” — Gonzalo   “When I go to another country and people laugh at me, I laugh with them. I try not to take myself too seriously. I'd rather throw it out there and try and have them laugh. I'm OK with that.” — Monica   “The Hispanic/Latino community is so large, that doesn't mean everybody has to get along and they're all the same.” — Gonzalo   “In most Latin American countries, home ownership is not as accessible like it is here in the States.” — Gonzalo   “In America, sometimes, it's even the opposite. It's like, ‘Oh, don't do business with your friends, then you're going to deteriorate your friendship relationship.” — Monica   “Even though I grew up in the South, I continually have to remind myself and train myself just to slow down.” — Monica   “A lot of my … U.S. customers have created greater connections with me because I have treated them with that kind of extra care that I showed to my international customers that they felt like I offered something different that other agents weren't offering.” — Gonzalo   “The future is customer care and customer service because if a computer can do it, a computer will. So be a better human.” — Monica   “The diversity … is so important. [There are] different cultures, even inside each one of our countries. … We are not all the same in any way, shape, or form. We come from so many different places. The geography … is also very diverse. Never make assumptions!” — Gonzalo   “As the world becomes more computerized, we need to keep our focus on being exceptional humans. Take one of these NAR Diversity classes to expand your understanding of people who are different from you. … We can all use a bit more understanding and compassion.” — Monica   Guest Links:   Garcia Mejia https://gonzalom.watsonrealtycorp.com/   Additional Links:   Micro courses found at Learning.REALTOR. Use the coupon code PODCAST to obtain 15% off the price of any online class!   Crdpodcast.com   Learning.REALTOR for NAR Online Education Training4RE.com — List of Classroom Courses from NAR and its affiliates   crd@nar.realtor   Host Information: Monica Neubauer Speaker/Podcaster/REALTOR® Monica@MonicaNeubauer.com MonicaNeubauer.com FranklinTNBlog.com   Monica's Facebook Page Facebook.com/Monica.Neubauer Instagram Instagram.com/MonicaNeubauerSpeaks   Additional Bio: Gonzalo Mejia is an 18-year veteran of the real estate industry. He has been an agent, broker associate, managing broker, and now team leader of the Dream Home Team in Jacksonville, FL where they are one of the top producing teams in their market. One of their specialties is global business, and they work with customers from all over the world.   Gonzalo has a background in financial controlling and used to work for multinational companies in the USA and South America.   With over 25 years of experience as a leader, instructor, and speaker, Gonzalo is a licensed real estate instructor in Florida and an approved instructor for REBAC, RRC, REBI, and Florida REALTORS®. He has been a featured speaker at several national and international events.   HBO — The Latin Explosion Monica Neubauer www.nar.realtor/nar-en-espanol NAHREP.org Fairhaven.REALTOR®

Orlando landlords are suing Orange County, Florida, to challenge a rent cap proposal that's headed for the November ballot. Attorneys for two major real estate groups filed the lawsuit in mid-August and are seeking an injunction to keep it from going before voters. They say the proposal violates state law which bans rent control under most circumstances.Hi, I'm Kathy Fettke and this is Real Estate News for Investors. If you like our podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review. If the measure is approved, it would not apply to single-family rentals or vacation homes. It would only apply to multi-family units, and cap any rent increases to the rate of inflation as determined by the Consumer Price Index. The ordinance would last one year, and would need to be renewed by another vote to continue.But there's a very high bar that the county must reach to get this approved. According to state law, a city or jurisdiction must prove there's a housing emergency and that rent control would solve the problem before it can impose any kind of rent control.Ballot Measure Approved by Slim MarginIn a 5 to 4 vote, county commissioners approved the ballot measure about a week before the lawsuit was filed. It was discussed and debated four times before it went to a vote. Both tenants and landlords went before the commission to argue their sides of the situation.Tenants cited skyrocketing rents that many say they can no longer afford. Landlords argued that higher tax bills, insurance premiums, and other expenses are forcing them to increase rents.Landlords Say Rent Control Will Make Matters WorseFlorida Apartment Association representative, Amanda White, told the Orlando Sentinel that the proposed ordinance is “fundamentally flawed.” She says: “It is unfortunate that a majority of the Orange County Commissioners disregarded (state) law and instead moved to place this measure on the ballot.”The CEO of the Florida Realtors group, Margy Grant, told the Sentinel: “Studies show that rent control has unintended consequences that can make matters worse.” She says: “A better solution would be to pursue public-private partnerships that result in more affordable housing units.”Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings voted against the proposal, saying it will probably trigger a lawsuit that would be difficult for the county to defend because of the state law. And he was right. The county now faces a lawsuit, and attorneys representing the plaintiffs want to fast track the case to get the issue resolved before the election.Tenants Say They Can't Afford Rent IncreasesAmong the arguments offered by tenants and rent-cap supporters is a 32% average increase in rent over a two-year span, from June of 2020 to June of this year. The average rent went from $1,357 to $1,799, according to rent-tracker CoStar.Tenant advocates also cited a high level of requests for rental assistance in Orange County. It was reportedly more than $200 million in federal, state, and local rental assistance funds, and the most among all of the counties in Florida.This is the first time that a local government in Florida has tried to impose rent control since the state law against rent control took effect. Lawyers arguing against the proposal say: “It is extremely unlikely that the shortcomings of the current residential rental market in Orange County… be deemed the type of dire emergency which must exist before a local government in Florida can adopt an enforceable rent control ordinance.” Of course, this lawsuit is being closely watched by other jurisdictions. A headline in another publication asks whether Miami will be next. The city of Miami Beach does have rent control that was implemented back in the 60's and 70's before the state law was passed. (2)You'll find a link to the Orlando Sentinel article in the show notes at newsforinvestors.com. If you'd like to learn more about owning single-family rentals, please hit the join link on our website. And please remember to hit the subscribe button, and leave a review!Thanks for listening. I'm Kathy Fettke.Links:1 -https://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/orange-county/os-ne-orange-rent-control-lawsuit-20220817-4bmmdtmq5zbq3e4zj5tij4imti-story.html2 -https://fortune.com/2022/08/20/florida-landlords-try-to-halt-rent-control-initiative/

Christina Pappas_ Show Notes Did you know that relationship-building is, if not the most, then ONE of the most essential skills a Realtor must possess? Christina Pappas, our guest for today's episode, is a third-generation Realtor, 2022 President of Florida Realtors, and Vice President at The Keyes Family of Companies, the legacy real-estate business founded by Ken Keyes in 1926. Joining us at the Florida Realtors 2022 Real Estate Bar Camp today (with a couple of hundred members in the audience!), she speaks about the importance of relationship-building and knowledge transition in the real estate world, reminiscing how it has helped her garner the success she has today. With the Keyes Family of Companies nearing its 100th anniversary in three and a half years, Christina also takes us back to her time discovering her love for the hospitality sector, venturing into real estate, volunteering to give back to the industry, and becoming the Vice President of the family business. Christina emphasizes that the real estate industry thrives on community and relationship-building, expressing that giving back is not just a good option but a responsibility and necessity. She says, "Realtors build communities, and we need communities to sell something. If we don't have a community, and we don't have something to build on, we don't have anywhere for people to move."  You'll also learn her take on buying and selling with international clients, the changes (if any) brought in by the real estate pandemic, and why Realtors always need to prepare for changing market conditions. Success clues: ● Why should you engage in volunteering as a Realtor? Because real estate is a community business, you need a community to stay relevant and sell. ● Real estate is always a shifting market. You must prepare for changes every day. ● As a Realtor, you're also responsible for educating your consumer about what's happening in the market.  ● It is vital to understand customer motivation before suggesting buying or selling options to them. ● To succeed in the industry, find yourself a mentor and someone else who's at the same point in terms of progress as you. While a mentor will help you climb the success ladder quicker, a fellow realtor will be able to motivate you and help you understand that the process takes time and that you're doing well. ● The pandemic has made us more connected globally. While real estate in Florida always meant plenty of international buyers, the process has become more accessible to many since the pandemic. Meet The Guest! Christina Pappas is the 2022 President at Florida Realtors and VP, The Keyes Company Connect with Christina   ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cm_pappas/ (@cm_pappas) ●     Twitter: https://twitter.com/cm_pappas (@cm_pappas) ●     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christina.pappas (@Christina Pappas)

Schedule a conversation with Greg Brooks at  Rocket Station to see you can accomplish more in your personal and professional live without doing the tasks your self! There is more to do in your business that you or staff have time to do. The fastest, simplest and most cost effective way to more time and profit is to outsource important yet burdensome tasks to a virtual assistant or VA.Greg Brooks is the master of placing the right person with the right skills in the right position at the right price.A discovery call with Greg is FREE and worth a fortune!As a media-active educator,  show host Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series “House Detectives”, co-hosted of the DIY Network series “Finders-Fixers”, is host of “The Home and Garden Show” radio show on WOKV and host of "SOLD in St Augustine" on WSOS Wally writes routinely and authored #1 Amazon Bestseller “Home Inspection Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector”.   Wally is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, retired Navy Pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert, and entrepreneur who founded HomePro Inspections in 1994. As Founder/President of HomePro Inspections , Primo Pest Control and Monument Commercial Building Inspections, Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. Monument and HomePro Inspections combined with Primo Pest have performed over 40,000 inspections!  Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI Instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer. Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbecue Society Certified Barbecue Judge.

Careers in Real Estate  -  Your Five Minute Monday explores the many areas in the real estate industry to participate in and if it is the right career for you.  I delve deep into the dozens of niche's and specialty areas that many people never new existed.  I also bring listeners up to date with the most relevant real estate market news and trends to be sure that new real estate professionals clearly understand how and why we work in our industry.  Each episode is time sensitive to the market at that moment in time.I hope you enjoy this episode and don't forget to share it with friends.  Thank You

Careers in Real Estate  -  Your Five Minute Monday explores the many areas in the real estate industry to participate in and if it is the right career for you.  I delve deep into the dozens of niche's and specialty areas that many people never new existed.  I also bring listeners up to date with the most relevant real estate market news and trends to be sure that new real estate professionals clearly understand how and why we work in our industry.  Each episode is time sensitive to the market at that moment in time.I hope you enjoy this episode and don't forget to share it with friends.  Thank You

Will Harding of Marcus & Milichap brings a unique background to the practice of commercial real estate.  The Stetson graduate was trained in marshal arts for focus, discipline and grit. And as a competitive J/24 sailor knows how to start fast and hold his position!As a media-active educator,  show host Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series “House Detectives”, co-hosted of the DIY Network series “Finders-Fixers”, is host of “The Home and Garden Show” radio show on WOKV and host of "SOLD in St Augustine" on WSOS Wally writes routinely and authored #1 Amazon Bestseller “Home Inspection Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector”.   Wally is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, retired Navy Pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert, and entrepreneur who founded HomePro Inspections in 1994. As Founder/President of HomePro Inspections , Primo Pest Control and Monument Commercial Building Inspections, Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. Monument and HomePro Inspections combined with Primo Pest have performed over 40,000 inspections!  Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI Instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer. Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbecue Society Certified Barbecue Judge.

In many industries and professionals, women are still vastly underrepresented in leadership positions. In today's episode of IntHerrupt, Linda is joined by Juana Watkins, General Counsel and Vice President of Law and Policy at Florida Realtors, to discuss her experiences and methods to stay empowered in a man's world. Women are empowered to do well in real estate.  From a basic perspective, 61% of real estate brokers in America are women, up from just 21% in 1978. Sales associates haven't changed as dramatically, but women overall represent a substantial percentage of real estate decision-makers. The industry is designed to be conscious of equal opportunity for everyone. So while the industry isn't perfect, there's consciousness.   The law side is not as advanced: Half of law graduates are women, but only 19% of managing partners are women.  There is a tremendous amount of progress in law schools, but the actual profession itself doesn't seem as influenced by diversity, equity, and inclusion. Sexual harassment in real estate and law: Juana sees it much more frequently on the law side because of the equal opportunity in the real estate industry, it's less common. However, it still happens. For example, there are documented incidents where male landlords accept sexual favors for rent. As lawyers for realtors, we must train members to look for that type of abuse and know how to report it. Juana has been impacted by other female leaders: Particularly, women who taught the importance of quiet power. The same stereotypical mindset that contributes to holding women back is what we have to overcome, even when faced with discrimination or harassment. While unfair to the recipient, we have to consider how our actions and mindset can be interpreted by others around us. Give people what they're looking for - you can send a message without saying a word. What can you do to feel empowered when faced with a setback? Juana comes from humble beginnings, and she didn't share that story with others until a real estate conference. When you reach a place of success after overcoming obstacles, you feel accomplished.  Even when doing everything right, you can experience negativity that prevents you from reaching your goals. Because of her personal experiences with this, Juana experienced self-doubt in her work and her profession. She decided not to let that feeling define her professional work, and she encourages other people to do the same. Juana's parting thoughts? Persevere and stay focused, because there is nothing we can't overcome. For more great content from Juana, connect with her on LinkedIn to stay up-to-date on her work.  Do you have stories to tell? Connect with Linda to share them. This podcast is produced by TSE Studios. Check out other podcasts by TSE Studios, including this episode's sponsor, The Sales Evangelist, helping new and struggling sellers close more deals and achieve their sales goals. Subscribe to the IntHERrupt Podcast so you won't miss a single show. Find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, and Stitcher. Audio created by Ryan Rasmussen Productions.

THE REAL ESTATE SESSIONS PODCAST Episode 291:  Host: BILL RISSER Guest: Dr. BRAD O'CONNOR Episode Summary   Meet our guest in this episode, https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-o-connor-81824226 (Dr. Brad O'Connor), Chief Economist at the Florida Association of Realtors, currently based in Orlando, Florida. Live at the Florida Realtors Convention 2021 at the REBarCamp in Orlando, I sit with Brad, who grew up in Dayton, Ohio, and he expounds deeply on the real estate and housing markets. He shares his perspective on the economics surrounding the market over the years and how it relates to the pandemic and current trends. Top Takeaways:  “Prices are rising very fast… but you've got to go a little deeper into why that's happening; prices don't always rise for the same reasons.” – [Dr. Brad O'Connor] “The best thing you can do is read; read a lot.” – [Dr. Brad O'Connor] Don't try to get there overnight; you're not going to – [Dr. Brad O'Connor] Episode Highlights: [00:30] Intro to this live episode [01:24] Meet today's guest “Dr. Brad O'Connor.”  [03:20] Did you always plan to become an economist? [07:20] Building the connection with Florida Realtors.  [10:10] What were you thinking would happen as the pandemic started on “March 20th, 2020”? [13:10] Discussing the reasons for the current housing shortage. [16:00] How long before the builders catch up with population growth? [18:10] Comparing the current rise in home prices with a similar occurrence in 2005. [23:56] What do you see in the next five years? [26:32] What advice would you give a new agent? [28:51] How to contact Dr. Brad. [29:49] Outro Episode Notes:  Brad shares he didn't particularly plan to become an economist but had several things he wanted to try out in college, which he did till he finally decided on Economics. After school, he knew he wanted to become an Economics professor. He later moved with his wife to Orlando when she got a job there, after which he got a job opportunity with the Florida Association of Realtors and is now the Chief Economist there.  Before the pandemic hit the U.S, Brad had started to prepare for the possible impact on the economy, and the initial expectation was for prices to remain stable. Fortunately, what was not expected was the speedy recovery of the market, with Florida being at the forefront in the U.S.  The current housing shortage, however, started before the pandemic. This occurred because, at some point, people got the idea that the cost of housing would continue to go up and consequently built a lot more houses than the demand at the time. After the great recession, many building companies were put out of business, while the few that remained have been very conservative in building. Due to the population growth afterward, most of the housing from the previous cycle was absorbed by 2013, and builders have been struggling to keep up with population growth. The pandemic only made the situation worse. The decline in construction due to inadequate building companies, workers, and skilled labor has been a significant factor in this housing shortage; hence the government is now creating incentives and awareness for more people to get involved with this line of business. Another long-term constraint is the inadequate supply of land for building as the population grows.  Brad compares the current rise in housing prices to a similar event in 2005, followed by a massive drop in price. Since 2011, the statewide median sale price of houses has not been down yearly. First, there is an increase in demand for housing because the millennials are more prominent in population size than the previous generation. Secondly, following the pandemic, people now prefer to relocate to other areas because of the flexibility to work from home. So, unlike the previous situation where demand for housing was going up due to business speculation that the price will...

You won't want to miss this exclusive footage from the year's premier real estate event, our annual Growth Summit! This episode features a panel of top-producing Florida real estate agents, including social media guru Mari Juliette, savvy realtor, and army veteran Nicole Stabra, and luxury real estate specialist Jimmy Branham. Listen to discover tips on scaling a successful real estate business, hiring the right people, and acquiring organic leads to build a sphere of influence. Join Mari Juliette, Nicole Stanbra, Jimmy Branham as they discuss… ∙  How gift giving, collaborating with other agents, and finding a mentor can transform your business ∙  How to go about strategically pricing homes in today's market ∙  Tips on hiring the right team of people to support your business ...and much more!   QUOTES TO SHARE

My name is Jeff Copeland, and I partner with investors from all over the U.S. and abroad to expand their multifamily investment property holdings here in the Tampa Bay Area. I help investors like you find, analyze, inspect, negotiate, acquire, and manage multifamily investment properties here in Florida. I have sold and managed millions of dollars' worth of investment property in St Petersburg, Tampa, and Clearwater. I'm an active real estate investor myself, so I truly understand the numbers, and how they impact the goals and objectives of real estate investors when it comes to analyzing the cap rate, cash on cash return, financing, repairs, and other costs of an investment property…as well as the critical importance of maintaining high occupancy rates at full market rent. I am a member of the Pinellas Realtor Organization, Greater Tampa Realtors, Florida Realtors, National Association of Realtors, National Association of Residential Property Managers, and St Petersburg Chamber of Commerce. My investment property listing listings have been featured on HGTV's House Hunters, Loopnet, and other media, and I've been a featured guest on the Rental Income Podcast and Active Duty Passive Income podcast. I'm also a frequent flyer on Bigger Pockets. In addition to my experience as a real estate investor, real estate agent, and broker, my education and executive management experience in business and the public sector are a tremendous asset to my real estate investor clients. I hold a master's degree in public administration, and a bachelor's in management and international business. I also hold advanced certifications in risk management and human resources. What You Will Learn: Who is Jeff Copeland? How did he get into the Real Estate industry? What are the types of property Jeff is into? What to expect of a Copeland Investor? What is a Snow Bird type rental? Jeff shares short-term rentals, long-term rentals, and Airbnb. There are a lot of different ways to make money in rental properties. What are the methods they use in property identification? Having acquisition and management under the same roof is a tremendous benefit. Their goal is to find their clients a property that could be a success and perform well. Believes in working on your business not working in your business.  Jeff shares how he can be contacted. Additional Resources from Leonard Cabral: Website: copelandmorgan.com, copelandmorgan.com/podcast, fivesimpleformulas.com, and themultifamilyguy.com Phone: 1-727-235-7988 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CopelandMorgan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonardcabral Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/copelandmorganllcvideos

Auto parts retailing is an important niche is commercial real estate.  Stand alone buildings vs. strip centers as an example can greatly impact bottom line profits as well as equity building.As a specialist in auto parts retailing real estate Kevin Baez of Prime Realty in Jacksonville Florida offers unique insights for retailers as well as landlords of commercial space.As a media-active educator,  show host Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series “House Detectives”, co-hosted of the DIY Network series “Finders-Fixers”, is host of “The Home and Garden Show” radio show on WOKV and host of "SOLD in St Augustine" on WSOS Wally writes routinely and authored #1 Amazon Bestseller “Home Inspection Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector”.   Wally is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, retired Navy Pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert, and entrepreneur who founded HomePro Inspections in 1994. As Founder/President of HomePro Inspections , Primo Pest Control and Monument Commercial Building Inspections, Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. Monument and HomePro Inspections combined with Primo Pest have performed over 40,000 inspections!  Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI Instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer. Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbecue Society Certified Barbecue Judge.

Sara Brand Estrada has just won the 2021 Nabor Rising Star Award with over 7,000 members and she also just won the 2021 Florida Realtors Newcomer award which has over 210,000 members. Both are amazing feats! Sara is a force to be reckoned with and she shares her story and how she found her passion in real estate. Not only is she a young entrepreneur and powerhouse she dedicates much of her free time to giving back and helping out in the community. Sara speaks with us regarding her experience and what she did to win these awards. We discuss real estate of course and a Doors Open Connect app. success story involving one of her listings! Sara also offers some great advice when it comes to networking and she also shares how she vets potential buyers and sellers who may just be wasting her time or have interests other than real estate. There are red flags you can look for to protect yourself and your time.  If Sara was to start all over what would she do differently in this market?  Be sure to Listen, Like, Follow and Share! "Go Follow" IG: sara_brand FB: Sara Andrea Brand Phone: 407-730-1372 Email: sarabrandrealtor@gmail.com -- Doors Open Connect: IG: @doorsopenconnect FB: Doors Open Connect, LLC Email: Doorsopenconnect@gmail.com

Billy Wagner earned his business chops as a restaurant GM prior to building a large insurance agency with Brightway.Beyond business Billy is a solid family guy with a strong sense of community with commitments to Big Brothers and Rotary among other service interests.As a media-active educator,  show host Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series “House Detectives”, co-hosted of the DIY Network series “Finders-Fixers”, is host of “The Home and Garden Show” radio show on WOKV and host of "SOLD in St Augustine" on WSOS Wally writes routinely and authored #1 Amazon Bestseller “Home Inspection Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector”.   Wally is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, retired Navy Pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert, and entrepreneur who founded HomePro Inspections in 1994. As Founder/President of HomePro Inspections , Primo Pest Control and Monument Commercial Building Inspections, Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. Monument and HomePro Inspections combined with Primo Pest have performed over 40,000 inspections!  Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI Instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer. Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbecue Society Certified Barbecue Judge.

What can a stand-up comedian share with you to built your brand as a commercial real estate agent?Off the stand-up stage Deena Baikowitz is a business and career coach with a strong background of success as a commercial real estate agent and business development expert in related fields.Her company Fireball Network can help you transition from invisible face in the crowd to the go to expert in your field.As a media-active educator,  show host Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series “House Detectives”, co-hosted of the DIY Network series “Finders-Fixers”, is host of “The Home and Garden Show” radio show on WOKV and host of "SOLD in St Augustine" on WSOS Wally writes routinely and authored #1 Amazon Bestseller “Home Inspection Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector”.   Wally is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, retired Navy Pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert, and entrepreneur who founded HomePro Inspections in 1994. As Founder/President of HomePro Inspections , Primo Pest Control and Monument Commercial Building Inspections, Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. Monument and HomePro Inspections combined with Primo Pest have performed over 40,000 inspections!  Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI Instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer. Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbecue Society Certified Barbecue Judge.

Growing up in Chile as a tennis prodigy created a path for Jorge Suazo to America.  As passion for people and commercial property led him to a fascinating career.Now Managing Broker with Keller Williams Commercial Atlantic Partners, his is a story that you won't want to miss!As a media-active educator,  show host Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series “House Detectives”, co-hosted of the DIY Network series “Finders-Fixers”, is host of “The Home and Garden Show” radio show on WOKV and host of "SOLD in St Augustine" on WSOS Wally writes routinely and authored #1 Amazon Bestseller “Home Inspection Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector”.   Wally is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, retired Navy Pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert, and entrepreneur who founded HomePro Inspections in 1994. As Founder/President of HomePro Inspections , Primo Pest Control and Monument Commercial Building Inspections, Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. Monument and HomePro Inspections combined with Primo Pest have performed over 40,000 inspections!  Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI Instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer. Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbecue Society Certified Barbecue Judge.

In your commercial building there are likely hundreds of chemicals that the EPA as well as other agencies require you to have awareness of and responsibility for.  But how's an owner, manager or occupant to know what there responsibilities are and how to be compliant?Chip Hughes has a lifetime of experience in Pest Control as an operator, owner, manager and in manufacturing.  See a void in how chemical compliance was managed he founded LabelSDS.com to solve the problem.As a media-active educator,  show host Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series “House Detectives”, co-hosted of the DIY Network series “Finders-Fixers”, is host of “The Home and Garden Show” radio show on WOKV and host of "SOLD in St Augustine" on WSOS Wally writes routinely and authored #1 Amazon Bestseller “Home Inspection Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector”.   Wally is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, retired Navy Pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert, and entrepreneur who founded HomePro Inspections in 1994. As Founder/President of HomePro Inspections , Primo Pest Control and Monument Commercial Building Inspections, Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. Monument and HomePro Inspections combined with Primo Pest have performed over 40,000 inspections!  Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI Instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer. Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbecue Society Certified Barbecue Judge.A

Jessica Smith with Florida REALTORS and Alex Barnett with the Tech Helpline join Carrie and Allison for this week's podcast. They both discuss how they got started in the real estate industry and their respective backgrounds, what the tech helpline is (a free member benefit!) and how to contact the helpline, some of the issues you can call the tech helpline for, how covid-19 impacted REALTOR technology, and finally what are some up-and-coming trends in the real estate tech industry.

Enjoy as Eric Tatro, Senior Property Manager with Commonwealth Commercial Partners shares his journey starting with industrial properties to office high rise buildings in San Francisco, Dallas and now Jacksonville Florida.As a media-active educator,  show host Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series “House Detectives”, co-hosted of the DIY Network series “Finders-Fixers”, is host of “The Home and Garden Show” radio show on WOKV and host of "SOLD in St Augustine" on WSOS Wally writes routinely and authored #1 Amazon Bestseller “Home Inspection Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector”.   Wally is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, retired Navy Pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert, and entrepreneur who founded HomePro Inspections in 1994. As Founder/President of HomePro Inspections , Primo Pest Control and Monument Commercial Building Inspections, Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. Monument and HomePro Inspections have performed over 34,000 inspections!  Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI Instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer. Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbecue Society Certified Barbecue Judge.

 Philanthropist and commercial real estate investor, Tim Horvath also has his doctorate in nursing and works full-time in the healthcare space. He first entered real estate investing on the residential side, but soon saw the potential return on the commercial side and made the transition. On today's episode, we discuss his speciality in co-op and office spaces, the affects from COVID-19, and what the future looks like in this industry.As a media-active educator,  show host Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series “House Detectives”, co-hosted of the DIY Network series “Finders-Fixers”, is host of “The Home and Garden Show” radio show on WOKV and host of "SOLD in St Augustine" on WSOS Wally writes routinely and authored #1 Amazon Bestseller “Home Inspection Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector”.   Wally is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, retired Navy Pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert, and entrepreneur who founded HomePro Inspections in 1994. As Founder/President of HomePro Inspections , Primo Pest Control and Monument Commercial Building Inspections, Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. Monument and HomePro Inspections have performed over 34,000 inspections!  Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI Instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer. Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbecue Society Certified Barbecue Judge.

Luis Perez Roman is a commercial agent with Momentum Realty has over 10 years of experience in the real estate space and is an expert in retail and restaurant spaces. He joins Wally in today's episode to discuss transitioning from a residential agent to commercial agent, the impact and state of commercial real estate post COVID-19, current common trends, and what nice Luis specializes in himself. As a media-active educator,  show host Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series “House Detectives”, co-hosted of the DIY Network series “Finders-Fixers”, is host of “The Home and Garden Show” radio show on WOKV and host of "SOLD in St Augustine" on WSOS Wally writes routinely and authored #1 Amazon Bestseller “Home Inspection Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector”.   Wally is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, retired Navy Pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert, and entrepreneur who founded HomePro Inspections in 1994. As Founder/President of HomePro Inspections , Primo Pest Control and Monument Commercial Building Inspections, Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. Monument and HomePro Inspections have performed over 34,000 inspections!  Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI Instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer. Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbeque Society Certified Barbeque Judge.

Recorded LIVE in the Monument Commercial Building Studio in Jacksonville Florida!Whitney Ricci, CEO of Ricci Insurance Group is among the most experienced insurance agency owners  in America when it comes to guiding residential real estate investors to proper insurance coverage.Proper insurance coverage goes beyond the properties to insuring the business risks associated with owning tens, hundreds or thousands of leased properties.Licensed in multiple states, Whitney can help you understand how to protect your investments as well as personal assets.As a media-active educator,  show host Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series “House Detectives”, co-hosted of the DIY Network series “Finders-Fixers”, is host of “The Home and Garden Show” radio show on WOKV and host of "SOLD in St Augustine" on WSOS Wally writes routinely and authored #1 Amazon Bestseller “Home Inspection Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector”.   Wally is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, retired Navy Pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert, and entrepreneur who founded HomePro Inspections in 1994. As Founder/President of HomePro Inspections , Primo Pest Control and Monument Commercial Building Inspections, Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. Monument and HomePro Inspections have performed over 34,000 inspections!  Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI Instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer. Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbeque Society Certified Barbeque Judge.

This is the second episode from the January 15th PodMAX event! As a media-active educator, Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series "House Detectives," co-host of the DIY Network series "Finders-Fixers," and is host of "The Home and Garden Show" radio show on WOKV as well as "SOLD in St. Augustine on WSOS.   He hosts the "Commercial Real Estate Today" podcast featuring experts in commercial real estate from agents to lenders and developers to renovators. Wally is always in search of the next great guest, it would be awesome if it were YOU!  Wally writes routinely and authored #1 Amazon bestseller "Home Inspection Secrets of the Happy Home Inspector."  Wally is a graduate of the US Naval Academy, retired Navy pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert and entrepreneur who founded HomePro inspections in 1994, rebranding the commercial division as Monument Commercial Building Inspections in 2017.  Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. HomePro Inspections and Monument combined have performed over 40,000 inspections. Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer.  Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbecue Society Certified Barbecue Judge.  Follow us on Instagram: @TheMorningSpotlight Email us at: themorningspotlight@gmail.com www.themorningspotlight.com For title insurance inquiries contact Mike at michael.ham@ctt.com Join the Fat Brother Soap Family! Use code "MIKEH10" at fatbrothersoap.com

**This is a Podmax Special Podcast** As a media-active educator, Wally Conway has been a regularly featured expert on the HGTV series “House Detectives”, co-hosted of the DIY Network series “Finders-Fixers”, and is host of “The Home and Garden Show” radio show on WOKV as well as “SOLD in St Augustine on WSOS. He hosts The “Commercial Real Estate Today” podcast featuring experts in commercial real estate from agents to lenders and developers to renovators. Wally writes routinely and authored an Amazon #1 best seller. Wally is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, retired Navy Pilot, licensed contractor, home inspector, energy auditor, media expert, and entrepreneur who founded HomePro Inspections in 1994 and rebranding the commercial division as Monument Commercial Building Inspections in 2017. Wally has personally performed over 5,000 home and building inspections, numerous energy audits and infrared evaluations. HomePro Inspections and Monument combined have performed over 40,000 inspections! Wally serves on the education staff at Florida Realtors, is a GRI Instructor and a One Thing Certified Trainer. Credentials earned include LEED AP, LEED Green Rater, HERS rater, AEE Commercial Energy Auditor, RESNET HESP, BPI Building Analyst, and Kansas City Barbeque Society Certified Barbeque Judge. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rafael-agliata/support

The Floridaville Get to Know the People Behind the Florida Names You Know Juana Watkins worked her way to the top of Florida's largest trade association, the Florida Realtors.  She is the granddaughter of a sharecropper, a public-service minded attorney, and mother to two incredible children, one of whom has autism.